iMessage, a chat and instant messaging service for iPhone, iPad and Mac devices is currently facing an outage at many locations. Speaking of iMessage, it is offered by Apple and is considered a free alternative to text messages or SMS.
Many users have taken the route of of Twitter to express their concerns and ongoing issues have a look at some complaints down below.
https://twitter.com/RicoSantiago716/status/1209244275906449408
So @Apple iMessage games not working today
— YaKillinMeMarz🤍 (@Sh3ILL3r) December 24, 2019
Is anyone having problems with imessage or is my phone broken
— G ↯ (@deathheartbreak) December 24, 2019
Also a popular outage tracking website Down Detector confirms that there are some technical glitches with iMessage right now.
Outage Start Time
Issues with iMessage started at PST 18:30
Major Issue
- Messages not receiving
- Pics not sending
Any official word on the matter? No, not yet. We’re not able to obtain a word from the official service channels or their social media handles.
Rest assured, we’re keeping a close eye on all related developments, and will update the story with relevant info as and when we come across any. So in case, you’re encountering the issues discussed here, stay tuned for updates.
Update 1
Apple Official status page confirms the issues with the following
1) iCloud Backup – Issue
2) iCloud Bookmarks & Tabs – Issue
3) iCloud Contacts – Issue
4) iCloud Drive – Issue
5) iCloud Notes – Issue
6) Photos – Issue
Have a look at the official status page down below.
Check official status – Here
Update 2
Issues with iMessage added to official status page.
Check official status – Here