We frequently use our phones to send texts to friends and family members. But it’s also critical to consider our right to privacy. We want our messages to be private, just like when we speak to someone in person. Data privacy then becomes important. Exactly why Google is making texting better for everyone. Do you know how we use SMS to send messages? Well, Google wants to replace it with something better called RCS. They’ve been working on this for a while. Similarly, now Google enables RCS for all Messages users to make chats more secure and encrypted.
Now, Google has some good news. They’re making RCS work for everyone without you needing to do anything. Also, the messages you send will be super safe from anyone trying to sneak a peek, like Google or the people who run the cellphone towers. This is like a big lock on your messages. Additionally, Google has stated that group chats in Messages is end-to-end encrypted.
What is RCS Messaging?
RCS is an abbreviation for Rich Communication Services. RCS is the upcoming messaging technology that will replace SMS text messaging and MMS. RCS allows you to communicate more information in a message quickly and easily. This includes enhanced text features, higher-resolution photos and videos, and other enhancements.
Before, you had to do some stuff to get RCS, like signing up with your phone number. But now, Google is making it happen all by itself, like magic in the background. You don’t have to do anything.
This new safety feature and better texting come with some cool extras. You’ll know when someone is typing a message to you, and you’ll be sure when they’ve seen the messages you sent. Plus, you can share really clear photos and videos with your friends.
This is making Google Messages a strong rival to Apple’s iMessage, which is famous for good texting on iPhones. Google wants more companies to use RCS, but Apple hasn’t joined yet. If they do, texting between iPhones and Android phones will be even better than before.
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