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iMessage service
With the Messages app and the built-in iMessage feature, you can send text messages over
Wi-Fi to others using iOS 5 or later, or OS X Mountain Lion or later. Messages can include photos,
videos, and other info. You can see when people are typing, and let them know when you’ve
read their messages. If you’re signed into iMessage using the same Apple ID on other iOS devices
or a Mac (OS X Mavericks or later), you can start a conversation on one device and continue it on
another. For security, messages you send with iMessage are encrypted before they’re sent.
If you have an iPhone (iOS 8) signed into iMessage using the same Apple ID, you can also send
and receive SMS and MMS messages on your iPad. Charges may apply to the text messaging
service for your iPhone.
WARNING: For important information about avoiding distractions that could lead to dangerous
situations, see Important safety information on page 150.
Note: Cellular data charges or additional fees may apply for you, and for the iPhone and iPad
users you exchange messages with over their cellular data network.