How Apple Invites Function on Android [Gallery]

Apple has unveiled its new application, Apple Invites, designed to streamline the process of sending event invitations. But what does this mean for Android users? After testing the service, we found it surprisingly effective for those without Apple devices.

Apple Invites operates through the iCloud platform. According to our sister site DMN, the app provides users the ability to create and manage events directly through their iCloud account or via the Apple Invites app on iOS. Notably, Apple confirms that recipients don’t need an iPhone to receive these invites.

After exploring this feature, we can say that the web experience of Apple Invites does hold up quite well.

When an iPhone user sends you an invitation, it can be delivered via email or a direct link. By opening the invite, you will need to confirm your email address before proceeding. Following verification, you can indicate your RSVP status and access the event details, which will also show weather forecasts as the date approaches. Additionally, a map location and attendee list are provided.

Within the settings, users have the option to exit the event or report it, in addition to managing notifications. Any updates or messages related to the event are sent as email notifications with a link provided.

Since you’ll likely close the invitation webpage after some time, Android users have the alternative of downloading a calendar file to include in their preferred calendar app. It works adequately, though we observed that the link for iCloud invites appears generic, unlike the specific event link provided in Apple’s calendar on iOS.

A limitation is that viewing or using photos is unattainable without an iCloud account. This poses a hurdle, particularly since photo sharing is a major feature of Apple Invites. If you do log in, however, you’re able to both view and upload images directly from your Android device’s file selector without requiring an iCloud subscription, though signing up for a free account is necessary.

Moreover, if enabled for the event, you can also view playlists from Apple Music.

In addition to accepting invites, you can create invitations using the web interface if you hold an iCloud+ subscription.

The process for creation diverges slightly from the iOS app, yet encompasses all necessary functionalities.

While Apple Invites may not offer a flawless experience for Android users, its performance is on par with existing e-invitation platforms. It’s promising to see Apple broaden this service, as a stricter restriction would complicate the “green bubble” encounters even further.

Android users should get accustomed to these invites. With a low entry fee of merely $0.99/month for iCloud+, which many iPhone users already use for backups, this app is likely to gain popularity quickly.

What are your thoughts on Apple Invites? Stay tuned to DMN for ongoing updates about Apple’s latest application.

Max Weinbach contributed to this post.

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