I don't see Apple ever capitulating to opening iMessage unless absolutely forced, which will take a while even if it succeeds.
Almost everyone I know (less than 30 and outside of tech, in the south Florida area to be specific) uses an iPhone, specifically for iMessage. If you don't have an iPhone, people will avoid talking to you over text. Your social standing will also take a hit.
While I personally think it would be cool, since it would basically open the door to buying an Android phone Apple is not going to let it happen voluntarily.
Almost everyone I know (less than 30 and outside of tech, in the south Florida area to be specific) uses an iPhone, specifically for iMessage. If you don't have an iPhone, people will avoid talking to you over text. Your social standing will also take a hit.
While I personally think it would be cool, since it would basically open the door to buying an Android phone Apple is not going to let it happen voluntarily.