iMessages can be muted by turning on the "Do Not Disturb" feature on your iPhone or iPad. This will prevent notifications from appearing on your screen and vibrating when you receive a new iMessage. Additionally, you can also mute specific iMessage conversations by selecting the conversation, tapping on the "i" icon, and then selecting "Hide Alerts." This will prevent notifications from that specific conversation from appearing on your screen. **

Yes, iMessages are stored in iCloud if you have enabled the Messages in iCloud feature on your Apple devices. This feature allows your iMessages to be synced and stored in iCloud, making them accessible across all of your Apple devices. It also helps save storage space on your individual devices by storing the messages in the cloud. However, it's important to note that enabling this feature means that your iMessages will be stored in iCloud, so you should consider the privacy and security implications before turning it on. **

No, iMessages require an internet connection to send and receive messages. iMessages are sent over the internet using a Wi-Fi or cellular data connection. Without an internet connection, iMessages will not be able to be sent or received. **

No, iMessages require an internet connection to send and receive messages. iMessages are sent over the internet using a Wi-Fi or cellular data connection. Without an internet connection, iMessages cannot be delivered or received. **

No, the iPhone has not deleted all messages, SMS, and iMessages. Messages are typically stored on the device unless they are manually deleted by the user. However, it is important to regularly back up your iPhone to prevent any potential data loss. Additionally, there are options to retrieve deleted messages through iCloud or third-party data recovery software. **

iMessages from unknown numbers do not appear on the phone's lock screen by default. This is a privacy and security feature designed to prevent unwanted messages from being immediately visible to the user. However, if the user has enabled notifications for iMessages from unknown numbers, then they may appear on the lock screen. It is always a good idea to exercise caution when receiving messages from unknown numbers and to avoid clicking on any links or providing personal information. **

If you want to delete iMessages that have not been delivered yet, you can simply press and hold the message bubble, then select the "More" option. From there, you can choose to delete the message before it gets delivered. Keep in mind that once the message has been delivered, you will not be able to delete it from the recipient's device. **

To send iMessages with pictures and other media to someone abroad, you can simply open the Messages app on your iPhone or iPad, select the contact you want to message, and then tap the camera icon to select a photo or video to send. iMessage will automatically send the media content over the internet to the recipient's device, as long as they also have iMessage enabled. Keep in mind that if the recipient does not have iMessage, the message will be sent as a regular SMS and may incur additional charges if sent internationally. **