iMessage AI: Connect OpenClaw to Apple Messages

Your iMessage inbox is probably one of the highest-signal communication channels you have. Team members, family, clients — all mixed together in one place. And right now, your AI agent can't touch any of it. That changes with OpenClaw's iMessage integration. Whether you want an AI that triages messages while you're heads-down, a personal assistant that drafts replies for you to approve, or a fully autonomous agent that handles support requests from a dedicated Apple ID — it's all possible. This guide covers both the recommended path (BlueBubbles) and the legacy approach (imsg CLI), with real config examples and the gotchas that will bite you if you skip ahead. Two Paths to iMessage OpenClaw supports iMessage via two different mechanisms. Which one you use depends on your setup: BlueBubbles (recommended) — A macOS helper app that exposes iMessage via a local REST API. OpenClaw talks to it over HTTP. Richer API, easier setup, better attachment support. imsg CLI (legacy) — A command-line