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Floating conversation bubbles might be coming soon to Google Messages
By Chris Wedel last updated
Facebook Messenger has had a floating notification for a long time, and now it looks like Google Messages will soon offer its own take on this feature.
Smart Replies and new attachments UI seen in Android Messages
By Joe Maring last updated
Android Messages has recently been spotted with a new Smart Reply feature and attachments UI, and this is what they look like.
Android Messages for web gains Duo video call integration
By Babu Mohan last updated
Google now allows users to make Duo calls from Messages for web.
Freedom Mobile is rolling out RCS support for Android Messages
By Joe Maring last updated
Canadian wireless carrier Freedom Mobile has confirmed that it now supports RCS features in Android Messages.
Every country and carrier that supports Google RCS
By Samuel Contreras published
RCS has modernized messaging on Android with chat features reminiscent of standalone chat apps and the iPhone-only iMessage app.
Google pushes RCS forward by rebranding Messenger to Android Messages
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated
Google Messenger has picked up an update that renames the app to Android Messages. The app will now be installed on default on handsets from over 20 phone makers as Google pushes ahead with RCS.
Google prepares to turn Android Messages into a true iMessage competitor
By Joe Maring last updated
New code within Android Messages v2.9 hints at a desktop client, iMessage-esque features, and the ability to make payments.
Android Messages is Google's best chance to compete with iMessage
By Joe Maring last updated
Google's been struggling to compete with Apple's iMessage for years, but upcoming features in Android Messages reveal this might not be the case for too much longer.
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