Color Text Messages Climbs 69 Spots in US Social Networking Charts

Overview

As of September 28, 2026, the United States App Store has seen significant shifts in the Social Networking apps category. Notably, Color Text Messages for iMessage has made a remarkable leap, climbing 69 positions to secure the #23 spot. This report delves into the top climbers, new chart entries, and notable drops that define this week's trends.

Top Climbers

The following apps have shown impressive growth in their chart rankings:

• Color Text Messages for iMessage: #23 (was #92, +69 positions)
• LimeChat - IRC Client: #18 (was #60, +42 positions)
• SMS Signature+: #22 (was #58, +36 positions)
• Control Panel for Twitter: #21 (was #42, +21 positions)
• Watch for Discord: #30 (was #49, +19 positions)

New Entries

This week also welcomed several new apps into the chart. Here are the latest additions:

• Stompin' Ground Dance HQ: entered at #12
• V2er-只为V2EX: entered at #24
• Bourbon Buddy: entered at #25
• Auto Hashtag Maker Pro: entered at #26
• zcalcu: Chat & Calculator: entered at #27

Top Performers

Among the established leaders, the following apps continue to dominate the top positions:

• Threema. The Secure Messenger: #1
• imo video calls and chat HD: #2
• TeleGuard: #3
• TeamSpeak 3: #4
• iFake - Funny Fake Messages Creator: #5

Notable Drops

Conversely, several apps have experienced declines in their rankings:

• Wrist for GroupMe: #28 (was #13, -15 positions)
• WeTalk Pro- WiFi Calling Phone: #29 (was #16, -13 positions)
• Goguma IRC: #16 (was #10, -6 positions)

Overall, the App Store charts reflect a dynamic landscape in the Social Networking category, with significant movements indicating changing user preferences and engagement trends. As developers, staying attuned to these shifts can provide valuable insights into market behavior and opportunities for growth.