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From: Alan Browne <singularity@blackhole.org>
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Subject: Re: Finally iOS 18 will be able to schedule messages
Date: Thu, 13 Jun 2024 14:21:05 -0400
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On 2024-06-12 23:09, Peter wrote:
> Andy Burns <usenet@andyburns.uk> wrote:
>>> I use scheduled messages as kind of an alarm for others.
>>
>> OK, that's two takers for scheduling reminders to other people, nothing
>> that I would ever need ...
> 
> For anyone who runs a business from their iPhone - or people who only
> remember the important things they need to text while laying in bed at 3
> a.m. - the new scheduling feature will be a much-welcomed addition. Beyond
> simply making life easier, like when you want to text someone across time
> zones without disturbing them, Apple's screenshot suggests you could also

Most people have their phones set to do-not-disturb for their sleep 
period.  And should unless in some sort of "on call" status.

> use the feature to ensure you don't miss sending someone a birthday
> greeting.
> 

Already have calendar reminders for B'days - most of whom I call 
personally to remind about their inexorable submission to entropy.

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