Archive · 7 Dec 2025
Justin Bieber vents over iMessage bug
Justin Bieber is upset about a bug in Apple's iMessage app.
The dictation button is too close to the send button, and he keeps accidentally tapping it, which stops his music.
He jokingly said he would 'choke' the Apple engineers to fix it.
Elon Musk shared Bieber's post on social media, showing he might have the same problem.
Apple hasn't said anything about it yet.
This bug is part of the iOS 26 update, which has gotten other complaints too.
Justin Bieber expressed frustration with the iMessage dictation button's proximity to the send button on iPhone.
Accidental taps on the dictation button interrupt music playback, disrupting user experience.
Bieber humorously threatened to 'choke' Apple engineers to fix the issue.
Elon Musk reposted Bieber's tweet, indicating he might also face the same problem.
Apple has not yet publicly addressed the concern.
- Who
- Justin Bieber, Elon Musk
- What
- Frustration over iMessage bug on iPhone
- When
- December 6, 2025
- Where
- Social media
- Why
- Accidental taps on dictation button disrupt music playback
Users
Apple
iMessage UI Design
Users
The current design is frustrating and leads to accidental taps, disrupting user experience.
Apple
No official statement from Apple on the matter.
- Celebrity Involved
- Justin Bieber
- Issue
- iMessage dictation button proximity to send button
- Platform
- iPhone
- iOS Version
- iOS 26
- Update Release Date
- September 2025
- Elon Musk's Reaction
- Reposted Bieber's tweet with fire emojis