The Beeper versus Apple saga, akin to a David and Goliath matchup, appears to be reaching its conclusion. The Beeper Mini chat app has released another fix after Apple once again disabled access to the iMessage platform, with the company asserting that this will be the final fix. In a recent blog post, Beeper stated that it is no longer interested in engaging in a cat-and-mouse game with the tech giant.
The company expressed confidence that its latest software release creates a solution that Apple can tolerate. Beeper has no current plans to respond if this solution faces disruptions. The workaround involves a more intricate process, requiring users to pair their existing mobile device with a Mac or an older iPhone. For Mac users with Beeper Cloud, updating and reconnecting should be straightforward, although not all macOS versions will support the software update. Another option is to request an iMessage registration code from a friend with a Mac and Beeper Cloud, which can then be utilized with the desktop app.
To access Beeper Mini after Apple’s repeated disablement of iMessage, users now have the option to jailbreak an older iPhone (6/6s/7/8/X). By doing so, they can install Beeper’s tool to generate an iMessage registration code and then update to the latest Beeper Mini app to input the code and use the service. Beeper also offers the option of renting or purchasing jailbroken iPhones for users who find the jailbreaking process challenging, especially for beginners.
The positive aspect of these fixes, as stated by the company, is that they work effectively and even restore blue phone numbers to the Beeper Mini experience. However, for individuals without access to a Mac or an older iPhone, these solutions may not be viable. Beeper notes that it will retain users’ chat history in case they come across an older device in the future.
The battle between Beeper and Apple has stretched over a month, originating with the launch of the Beeper Mini app. This app initially provided genuine iMessage support to Android devices through a software exploit. However, Apple promptly blocked the exploit, causing disruptions. Beeper responded with increasingly complex fixes, including one that required an official Apple ID and another necessitating a Mac computer. Apple managed to counter each workaround, prompting U.S. lawmakers to call for a Department of Justice investigation.
With this latest and purportedly final fix, Beeper Mini’s fate hangs in the balance. If Apple manages to block it, Beeper Mini may cease to function. Nevertheless, Beeper has made the software open-source, allowing others to explore and potentially continue its development. While Beeper might be relinquishing its pursuit of iMessage integration, the company remains committed to advancing its primary chat app. The company has declared its intention to tirelessly work throughout 2024 to transform it into what they claim will be the “best chat app on Earth.”
