I made a command-line iMessage interface

In plain words

This is a command-line iMessage client for Mac OS X that allows users to send and receive iMessages directly from a terminal or over SSH. It's designed for developers and power users who prefer working in the command line rather than using Apple's native messaging application. The tool enables iMessage communication without leaving the terminal environment.

written from the facts on this page · September 2026

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