DOORDASH LAUNCHES TEXT MESSAGE ORDERING VIA IMESSAGE

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WED, SEP 30, 2026

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DoorDash is rolling out an AI agent that lets users order food directly through Apple's Messages app, eliminating the need to open the delivery platform's app.

The new feature builds on DoorDash's Ask DoorDash AI chatbot, which launched in the main app last June. Users can now text orders, get food recommendations, and complete purchases without leaving iMessage. The text-to-order capability represents DoorDash's strategy to embed itself into Apple's ecosystem as competitors race to integrate personal AI assistants into daily workflows. Beyond messaging, DoorDash is expanding other services this November. The company is rolling out its Dasher returns feature nationwide, allowing customers to process retail returns through the platform. The company is also advancing drone delivery capabilities. These moves position DoorDash to compete with rivals adopting AI-driven interfaces while streamlining the ordering experience for users who prefer messaging over app-switching.

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