The capability to pre-arrange the sending of communications on a future date and time is anticipated for Apple’s iOS 18. This functionality would enable users to compose a message and designate when it should be delivered, providing convenience for situations such as sending birthday greetings at a specific time, reminding someone of an appointment, or coordinating messages across different time zones.
Introducing the ability to time-delay the delivery of messages offers several advantages. It increases user efficiency by allowing for batch composing and scheduling of communications. This is particularly useful in professional contexts or when managing personal interactions across different schedules. The feature aligns with user expectations for modern communication platforms and addresses a previous gap in Apple’s messaging ecosystem.