After a long wait, Messages in iCloud has arrived with the release of iOS 11.4 today. Follow along for how to turn this feature on for a more clean and simple Messages experience.

Messages in iCloud brings a range of benefits as we described today:

Keep in mind you’ll need to update your iPhone and iPad to iOS 11.4 if you haven’t done so already (Settings → General → Software Update).

How to turn on Messages in iCloud for iPhone and iPad

  • Open Settings and tap on your name
  • Tap on iCloud
  • Look for Messages and tap the toggle to turn it on

Here are the release notes on the new feature:

Messages in iCloud

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