Planning events just got a little easier for Apple users. Meet Apple Invites , the tech giant’s new app designed to help you send out event invites without the usual fuss. Whether you’re organizing a backyard BBQ or a formal dinner party, this app has your back. And yes, even your Android friends can join the fun via a web link—no awkward exclusions here.
Using Apple Invites feels refreshingly simple. Open the app, tap the plus button, and fill in the basics: event name, date, time, and location. That’s it. But if you’re feeling fancy, you can jazz things up with custom backgrounds, personal photos, or even AI-generated images through Apple’s Image Playground (if your device supports Apple Intelligence).
Sending out invites? Easy-peasy. Choose from your contacts, manually enter emails or phone numbers, or just copy a link to share wherever you like. You’re also in control—decide if guests can bring a plus-one and send follow-up messages when needed.
Once your event is set, Apple Invites keeps things organized. It pulls in helpful extras like weather updates, interactive Apple Maps for directions, and the option to create a shared photo album or add an Apple Music playlist. It’s smooth sailing most of the time, though there are occasional hiccups—like invites not loading correctly or photo albums acting a little buggy.
Competitors like Partiful might give Apple Invites a run for its money. Partiful works smoothly across devices and even lets people RSVP with GIFs and emojis , adding a fun, casual vibe. Their CEO, Shreya Murthy, couldn’t resist pointing out the similarities between the two apps, subtly hinting that Partiful did it first—and without the platform restrictions.
Bugs and all, Apple Invites has potential. It’s especially handy for those already deep in the Apple ecosystem, looking to ditch endless group texts and clunky social media invites. Apple calls it a way to “bring people together for life’s special moments.” Sure, that sounds nice, but it’d be even better if everyone could enjoy the full experience, no matter their device.
