Over the holidays, something that surprisingly had an impact on our relationship, was my partner’s decision to get an iPhone as a gift for herself.
It was surprisingly one of the best things that could happen in my opinion.
Now this one is going to be a bit different and is going to lean a little heavier on the stuff side of relationship stuff.
A welcoming community
Even for my own onboarding into Apple’s ecosystem, it was easy and seamless. My friends who all had iMessage roared as my conversation bubble switched from green to blue.
It was the same thing for my partner.
I was not only happy, but actively excited for her new membership into the iPhone community.
With the beautiful phone, it also brings you the convenience and access to a lot of other people. Perhaps those who communicate exclusively on iMessage.
Maybe they’re not from the same country so you’re not able to call them with your cell plan.
Facetime audio and iMessage removes that problem.
Along with this welcoming army of blue bubble advocates, the community who raves about facetime is excited to welcome new people into their groups.
Communication is a big win for iPhone
As silly as it sounds, the main reason is the communication aspect.
We used to switch between text message and another third party app. It didn’t feel as smooth because I only used that app to call.
With IMessage being so convenient, it’s allowed not only for a lot more conversation that is consistent, but new ways to communicate.
It might seem childish, but look at memojis. It’s one of the best ways that have allowed communication to be enhanced between two people.
Maybe it’s silly to put a lion or a pig on your face, but it encourages a bit more lightheartedness.
As well, sending anything is a breeze.
The convenience of the ecosystem also makes it very accessible from our other Apple devices.
Since her new phone, we’ve actually chatted a lot more, and it’s been very consistent.
I know it’s sounding like an ad, but I have actually been really impressed with their ecosystem and community.
I feel like moving forward, this will continue to be a strong builder for our relationship.
Technology and relationships
It’s weird to think that a purchase of a new phone can somehow make a relationship better.
Well not better but improved a certain aspect of it.
And that’s exactly what happened.
The two of us in the same ecosystem made it very convenient to communicate through audio, text and video, and it’s something we’ve both been enjoying.
Do you think technology can help relationships?
Let me know in the comments!
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Thank you so much for reading.
Love always,
Alex
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