Beeper's iMessage For Android Faces Another Breakdown, Affecting Over 60% Of Users
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Beeper's services, which enable iMessage on Android and other platforms, have faced another significant outage affecting over 60% of its users. Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) has been blocking the method used by Beeper to provide these services, leading to repeated disruptions. The latest outage began on Dec. 17, and there is no clear timeline for a resolution. This continues the ongoing conflict between Apple and Beeper over the latter's iMessage for Android solution.
December 18, 2023 | 7:47 am
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Apple Inc.'s actions to block Beeper's iMessage for Android service have led to significant outages, affecting user experience and potentially impacting Apple's reputation for interoperability.
Apple's consistent efforts to block Beeper's service may be seen as anti-competitive or as protecting its ecosystem, which could lead to negative sentiment among consumers and investors. However, the direct financial impact on Apple is likely minimal given its size and diversified product base.
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