Get the Inside Scoop on Google Messages Update
RCS badge features of Google Messages steadily approaching wider release to general public.
Get ready to navigate your messaging world with ease! Google is making it a breeze to tell RCS conversations apart from the ordinary SMS/MMS chats. Here's the latest scoop:
- Badges Galore: Soon, you'll spot small RCS badges beside your contact names, indicating those connected via the enhanced RCS service. No badge will appear for your SMS/MMS contacts. This handy feature is currently being tested among Google Messages app beta testers and is expected to reach the stable build soon.
- Colorful Conversations: Accompanying the RCS badges, Dynamic Color theming will ensure a more vibrant visual experience for your RCS chats. This update is set to enhance the distinction between new and classic messaging options by serving as another eye-catching cue.
- New Chat Screen: The revamped New conversation page, now dubbed New chat, will make an appearance on your screen after tapping Start chat. This redesign will eventually be rolled out to the public, separating RCS users from their SMS/MMS counterparts more evidently.
While the feature is still under wraps in the stable Google Messages app, the widespread availability for beta testers suggests it's close to hitting the public stage. This update is all about making your messaging adventures more secure, feature-rich, and hassle-free, with the ability to send high-quality video, reactions, and read receipts—all features that RCS offers but SMS/MMS lacks.
It's essential to know whether the chat you're starting supports RCS or not, as sending long videos over RCS might be more advantageous than over the traditional MMS. Keep an eye out for this exciting update in the upcoming builds of the Google Messages app!
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- With the upcoming Google Messages update, technology will allow for a more streamlined messaging experience, as RCS conversations will be differentiated from ordinary SMS/MMS chats through small badges.
- The inclusion of Dynamic Color theming in the RCS updates is an example of how technology is transforming messaging, offering users a more vibrant visual experience for their enhanced RCS chats.
