The Vergecast The better, smarter future of messaging
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Oct 16, 2023 
In this episode, Eric Migicovsky, co-founder of Beeper and former founder of Pebble, dives into the future of messaging. He discusses the frustrations of juggling multiple messaging apps and presents Beeper’s vision to unify them into one seamless interface. The conversation touches on the challenges of innovation in a landscape stuck in traditional silos, the importance of user control, and how privacy concerns shape future designs. With insights on the potential of a consolidated messaging experience, Eric opens a doorway to a smarter, more connected future.
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GroupMe Woes
- David Pierce's wife dislikes downloading new apps for group chats.
- She questioned why messaging apps couldn't work together, mirroring the podcast's theme.
Mobile's Impact on Messaging
- Mobile's rise killed old chat apps; new ones prioritized individual experiences over interoperability.
- This shift, driven by mobile's always-on nature and features like end-to-end encryption, wasn't necessarily wrong.
The Walled Garden Approach
- Companies aimed to create universes within their apps, neglecting the potential of interconnected messaging.
- Ironically, messaging isn't profitable for these companies, yet they maintain siloed networks.