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apps-and-software4 days ago•127 min saved

Galaxy users hit RCS snag after Smart Switch transfer, Google blames cached data

Samsung Galaxy owners who migrated to a new device with Smart Switch report Google Messages’ RCS failing, sometimes showing error 3100. Google says corrupted cache files transferred during Smart Switch may cause the issue and suggests updating Google Messages, turning off and on RCS, clearing Carrier Services data, rebooting, and re-enabling RCS, though not all users see relief and some have only resolved it via factory reset; carrier porting issues may also play a role.

via Android Central|

#apps-and-software #error-3100 #galaxy

technology4 days ago•4 min saved

RCS Struggles Hit New Android Phones, Google Messages Users Report

Reddit users report that Rich Communication Services (RCS) stops working on newly switched Android devices using Google Messages, with error code 3100 indicating a server connection issue; Google advises updating the app, turning RCS off and on, clearing Carrier Services data, rebooting, and sending diagnostics if needed. Some users claim a VPN workaround (connect to a VPN, turn RCS off/on, then disconnect) helped, but downgrading Google Messages is not advised. The issue appears during device transfers and may relate to cache/data from the switch or incomplete number porting, with cross‑platform RCS requiring carrier support and up-to-date software.

via PhoneArena|

#android #error-3100 #google-messages

technology6 days ago•8 min saved

Google Messages Trials iMessage-Style Pinned Chats With Fewer Pins

Google Messages is testing an iMessage-inspired pinned-chats UI in a beta, introducing a top circular row of pinned chat icons that become square previews when new messages arrive, reducing the pin limit from 20 to six and allowing manual reordering to keep important conversations easily accessible.

via PhoneArena|

#android #google-messages #imessage

technology6 days ago•12 min saved

Google Messages gets a six-pin limit and a fresh UI

Google Messages is set to cap pinned chats at six and roll out a redesigned UI that displays six large contact icons with message previews replacing the icon when new messages arrive; users can rearrange pins and they’ll stay put, though the changes aren’t live yet.

via Android Authority|

#android #google #google-messages

technology20 days ago•7 min saved

Google Messages beta adds customizable shortcuts and fullscreen attachment grid

In the v20260731 beta, Google Messages lets you reorder the 3x3 attachment shortcuts by long-pressing and moving icons, and adds a caret at the top of the attachment sheet to switch the grid to fullscreen for easier access to icons like Schedule Send and Stickers.

via PhoneArena|

#android-beta #attachment-sheet #fullscreen-grid

news1 month ago•9 min saved

Google Messages tests a smarter multi-recipient sharing flow

Google Messages appears to be testing a smarter sharing flow that adds a 'Send to a group' option alongside 'Send separately' when sharing to multiple recipients. The feature can reuse an existing group chat if the selected contacts already form one, and it warns you to remove MMS numbers if you mix RCS and MMS. It seems to be a limited, server-side rollout, so it may not be visible to all users yet.

via Android Authority|

#android #google #google-messages

technology1 month ago•4 min saved

Google Messages adds on-the-fly group sharing for multi-recipient messages

Google Messages is testing a new sharing flow that lets you send a message or photo to multiple contacts more easily by choosing 'Send to a group' or 'Send separately' and creating a group on the fly; if the recipients are already in a chat, it opens that chat instead. The feature appears in server-side tests and isn't widely available yet, as Google continues to migrate users from Samsung Messages.

via Droid Life|

#beta-rollout #google-messages #group-chat

technology1 month ago•5 min saved

Samsung Messages Closes, Forcing US Users to Switch to Google Messages

Samsung Messages has been discontinued in the US as of July 6, 2026, with users prompted to switch to Google Messages. The migration reportedly transfers message history and makes Google Messages the default app to access RCS features; Google Messages adds a Chat Themes feature, though some Samsung-specific features may be missing. A Samsung support page confirms the shutdown date for devices on Android 12+.

via Droid Life|

#android #google-messages #migration

technology1 month ago•5 min saved

Google Messages Gains Custom Chat Themes for Beta Users

Google Messages is rolling out Chat Themes to beta users, letting you customize chat backgrounds with colors, pre-set images, or your own photo. To access it, enroll in the Google Messages beta, update the app, open a thread, tap the three-dot menu, and select Chat theme to apply a chosen background or image.

via Droid Life|

#android #beta-program #chat-themes

technology2 months ago•6 min saved

Google Messages Rolls Out Editable Smart Replies with Tap to Draft

Google Messages is adding a new 'Tap to Draft' option that lets you edit Smart Reply suggestions before sending. After being tested as 'Tap to edit' and later renamed, the feature is now available in the latest stable Android build (version 20260522_00_RC00). Enable it in Settings > Messages > Suggestions & Actions > Suggestions, then choose between 'Tap to Send' (auto-send) or 'Tap to Draft' (edit before sending).

via PhoneArena|

#android #google-messages #messaging

technology2 months ago•9 min saved

Taming Google Messages: 9 privacy tweaks for Android chat sanity

ZDNet’s Elyse Betters Picaro lays out nine practical Google Messages tweaks for a new Android phone to keep texting clean, private, and distraction-free: disable Sensitive Content Warnings and SafetyCore, limit Google profile sharing, turn off Gemini and any suggestions, auto-delete one-time codes after 24 hours, keep RCS on but disable read receipts and typing indicators, enable voice message transcriptions, hide lock-screen previews, and disable chat bubbles. Note Gemini chats aren’t end-to-end encrypted and some options vary by device or region.

via ZDNET|

#android-privacy #gemini #google-messages

technology2 months ago•4 min saved

Samsung Messages Sunset in July: How to Move Your Texts to Google Messages

Samsung will deactivate Samsung Messages for US users in July, and chat histories won’t transfer automatically. To preserve conversations and take advantage of RCS features, spam protection, and multi‑device syncing, users should manually switch to Google Messages before the deadline. The migration is simple but requires user action; older Galaxy Watches on Tizen may lose full conversation history, while Wear OS watches will still access conversations. Android 11 or older devices are not affected by the end of service but migrating is still advised.

via CNET|

#android #google-messages #migration

technology2 months ago•3 min saved

Google Messages Expands Chat Customization With Wallpapers in Beta

The latest Google Messages beta adds per-chat customization, including color options and wallpapers via a new Chat Themes feature. Users can access it in a chat’s settings under Chat Themes and can pick a photo for wallpapers, signaling a near-rollout on Android after earlier code hints and beta testing.

via Droid Life|

#android #chat-themes #customization

technology2 months ago•10 min saved

Google Messages adds animated wallpapers and dark-mode backgrounds

Google Messages is adding support for custom chat wallpapers, including animated GIFs, and Android Authority previews how wallpapers look in dark mode. The feature isn’t live in beta yet, but appears close to rollout based on early testing and APK teardowns.

via Android Authority|

#android #android-authority #authority-insights

technology2 months ago•4 min saved

Samsung Messages Sunset: Migrate Now to Save Your Texts Before July 2026

Samsung will retire Samsung Messages for US users in July 2026 with little to no grace period; to preserve chat history, switch to Google Messages now, which offers RCS features, AI spam detection, multi-device access, and Gemini AI features. To migrate, download Google Messages and set it as the default SMS app. Note that older Android versions (11 or lower) and some older Galaxy Watch models may have limited compatibility, and after the sunset, unmigrated conversations will be lost and only emergency messages will work on Samsung Messages.

via CNET|

#android #google-messages #rcs