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Google opts for a different approach to get iMessage to support RCS

By Nickolas Diaz Published

Another push Google and several EU companies have penned a letter to the Commission in hopes of pushing Apple to adopt RCS.

Another push
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Don't text Drake from an Android phone

By Derrek Lee Published

Shruti made me Drake has a song on his new album that mentions Android and green bubbles. But there could be something deeper there... or not.

Shruti made me
Beeper app on Galaxy Z Fold 5 propped up on iPhone 14 Pro Max
Beeper bringing iMessage to Android is great, but I can't help but feel nervous

By Andrew Myrick Published

Many have been wanting the ability to use iMessage on Android for years, but Apple hasn't budged. This opened the door for other options to fill the gap, such as Beeper which offers a whole lot more.

Apps & Software
Beeper app on Chromebook Spin 714 and Galaxy Z Fold 5 with iPhone 14 Pro max
How to use iMessage on Android and Chromebooks with Beeper

By Andrew Myrick Published

Beep, Beep You don't need an iPhone to enjoy iMessage on Android and Chromebooks

Beep, Beep
Google Pixel 7a next to iPhones
EU ruling lets iMessage live another day without RCS support

By Nickolas Diaz Published

Keep an eye out In listing the first six Gatekeepers, the EU's core platform service ruling leaves Apple's iMessage out for now.

Keep an eye out
An iMessage chat showing blue and green bubbles
iOS 17 swerves around Android to fix green bubble group chats for iPhones

By Vishnu Sarangapurkar Published

Apple announced iOS 17 this week, and the users who installed the latest beta saw changes when messaging Android users.

Apps & Software
Google Messages RCS chatting on a Pixel 4a.
RCS vs. SMS vs. iMessage: What's the difference?

By Joe Maring Last updated

Versus We break down the current state of the RCS vs. iMessage detente, the history of these messaging services, and how SMS fits into the mix.

Versus
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Google Messages appears to test a way to react to texts from iPhones

By Derrek Lee Published

Some users have received the ability to send reactions to SMS messages sent from iPhone users. This appears to be part of a beta test.

Apple iPhone
Google Messages and iMessage icons
Google pressures Apple to stop being stubborn and adopt RCS — and you can join in

By Derrek Lee Published

Google has launched a new "Get the Message" campaign to try and convince Apple to bring RCS support to iMessage.

Apple iPhone
AirMessage on Chromebook with iPhone
How to use iMessage on Chromebooks

By Andrew Myrick Published

Thanks to this app, you can finally use iMessage on Chromebooks.

Chromebooks & Laptops
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