Apple users will be able to edit and even cancel recently sent messages from later this year when the next version of its iPhone software update is available.
The company confirmed the update to the Messages app at its annual Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) event in California.
The tech giant added that this is one of many improvements Apple users will see in their latest software overhaul.
Computers
At WWDC, Apple announced plans to release a redesigned MacBook Air laptop and a new MacBook Pro - both of which would house the second generation of Apple’s own-built computer chip - the M2 which the firm says dramatically increases power and performance.
WWDC is used each year to preview the new versions of software that power Apple’s most popular devices – the iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad and Mac computers.
iPhone
IOS 16, the next version of Apple’s software to power the iPhone, will also include a redesigned lock screen which users will be able to more broadly customise with different fonts, photo filters and interactive notifications.
The Messages update will enable users to recall a message for up to 15 minutes after sending it, the company said.
The software will also include an update to Apple Pay called Apple Pay Later, which the company said would enable users to split the cost of an Apple Pay purchase into four payments split over six weeks with no interest or additional fees to be paid - which is being introduced in the US only at first.
Among the other notable announcements at the event was a new personal safety tool called safety check, which will allow users to review and reset account and data access granted to others, including location sharing, if they are leaving an abusive relationship.
Passwords
The technology giant also shared more details on its previously confirmed plans to move away from typed passwords by announcing a new feature called passkeys, which will replace typing out a password with authentication through either a fingerprint or a face scan when logging in on their Apple device.
VR headset
Despite strong rumours suggesting the company’s first augmented reality headset might be previewed, there was no mention of the technology or any such device during the keynote.
Apple chief executive Tim Cook said he was “confident” that the firm’s “incredible products and innovative platforms will inspire developers to do the very best work of their lives”.
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