Dot Adds Two-Way Texting via iMessage and RCS

Key Info

Users can now text their dot like any other contact, sending tasks, photos, or voice notes, and the dot will text back proactively with relevant updates over iMessage or RCS.

Highlights

• Texting works via iMessage or RCS, described as safe and secure
• Users can assign tasks or things to monitor using text, photos, or voice notes
• The dot sends proactive updates rather than only responding
• Only the owner can text the dot, per the quoted announcement
• Supports creative use such as asking Siri to text the dot with a request