For example, you’ll see something like, “Loved I have a surprise for you!” When you’re in a group chat and lots of iPhone users “love” your comment, you’ll see many duplicate versions of your text. If you want to avoid seeing copies of your same text, you can ask your friends to install a “cross-platform” app designed for all phones, like WhatsApp. You can also remind your buddies with iPhones that you can’t see the heart from their “love” reaction. Newer Android phones may translate an iPhone reaction like a “love” into a heart emoji if the Show iPhone reactions as emoji featured is turned on. [2] X Research source
A heart or “love” reaction is called a “Tapback” because you can quickly give or receive a response with a single tap of your finger. iPhones also allow you both to “love” the images or gifs that you share. A “love” reaction usually sends a stronger message than a “like” or “thumbs up” reaction. For example, if they “love” a picture of your cat, they’re a huge fan of it.
When you’re sad or need support, they may also “love” a text that’s really emotionally vulnerable to prove that they sympathize for you and are always on your side.
Since they’re so excited, they’ll probably also follow up with a comment that gives more context. For example, they might say, “That’s hilarious!” or “You look incredible!”
They may also announce how thrilled they are that you helped them see the world in a new light or in a similar way you do. For instance, they might make a comment like, “That’s so mind blowing!” or “You’re totally right!”
They might also make a brief, generic reply like, “lol wow” or “OMG!” to tell you they’re amazed. They may also throw in emojis and make a confession like, “😊 I’m speechless!”
In some cases, someone might “love” your text as a way to “soft ghost” you. “Soft ghosting” happens when anyone—such as a crush or an acquaintance—reacts to your message but doesn’t intend to ever say anything after that. They may chat with you way later down the line. [4] X Research source
