Young people in the US care about the color of their iMessage bubbles.

This may be a way to express their individuality and personal style within a standardized messaging platform.

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iMessage allows users to choose the color of their message bubbles.

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The color of their message bubbles may reflect their favorite color, mood, or personality

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This phenomenon may be more prevalent in certain social circles or online communities.

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Personal preferences and behaviors can vary widely among individuals.

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