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Made the move to google messages for rcs, but I really miss the customization and categories in Samsung messages. I wish they would keep samsung messages and implement the rcs like google. I doubt google will ever have as much customization.
They had a conversation... And decided to leave RCS to Google messages. Google didn't make this decision on their own, Samsung did as well. Samsung decided to do this to save money.
This whole thing with Samsung and RCS seems like one big mess. I like and use Google messages but I feel bad for Samsung message users who who rely on RCS, it's been the biggest deal for me and my Apple/Android friends and family since it finally was adopted.
T-Mobile continues to support Rich Communication Services (RCS) on Samsung Galaxy S23 series devices via the Samsung Messages and Google Messages applications. The duration of this support remains undetermined. This observation is based on my personal experience with a lavender Galaxy S23+.
Lost RCS with T Mobile almost a year ago using Samsung Messages on my Flip 5 and Fold 5 upgraded to the Flip 6 and Fold 6 with still the same missing RCS, so I'm ok with Google. I've been bouncing around using it off and on for a few years now I had an excuse to go all in.
Samsung's messaging app needs a major update imo. Google messages and samsung messages both look terrible to me. Feels like it should be something that should get a face-lift with the new UI. Might just be me though.
You should see how bad google messages looks on a oneplus 12. Same goes for the google dialer I swear its like goin back to 2012😂 The rest of the of oneplus ui looks pretty good except for the trash google apps. Samsung, dont make the same mistake as onplus by getting rid of your own messages and dialer
My wife and I used Samsung Financing for our upgrades and because they are closing those accounts, we are not limited to upgrading thru our phone carrier. :(
You can still upgrade on samsungs site using carrier payment plans and get our mystery box see our guide- sammyguru.com/galaxy-s25-ultra-pre-order-how-to-use-carrier-financing-on-samsung-website/
I've watched a number of your vids regarding RCS. Perhaps you could simplify your explanation to explain what benefit RCS provides to the average user. I've used the default messaging app on my S21 for years on Verizon. I didn't notice any change today. Why should I change to a different app?
It appears that XFinity (Houston ,TX) still supports RCS on my S24Ultra. I am running One UI 6.1 still. Granted, some of my messages are in SMS format. Perhaps that has something to do with the recipient? (I'm new to all of this stuff....my apologies for any stupid comments I might make..)
Jeff when I migrate over to Google messages will my message history come along just as it is in Samsung messages? I heard there is no need to back the message history up since it does it automatically. Thanks!
Samsung UK announced their phasing out Samsung Messaging, so we have no choice in the matter, yeah you may be able to use it for a while...but for how will it be supported here in the UK and kept up to date!!!
Thank you for keeping me informed. My Galaxy is on TracFone (it's like Mint; but, uses Verizon as the backbone instead of T-Mobile) and after checking I can confirm that Samsung Messages no longer has RCS. The options are still there; but, they're greyed out for me.
Also, as soon as I heard about the fun with RCS, I went with Google. I had used text very infrequently, but has now become helpful ever since. Great video.
@jspring86 yes like the "chat features" in the setting u press is then register for chat features and it says registration failed this stopped working after my S10+ I think I really loved using it but yea rn on S23U > S25U (hopefully) I don't have high hopes it will work on there either. It does work on Google msges but I hate the UI.
I'm a little confused about this whole RCS thing. This is only a Verizon thing in the states right? Was it Verizon or Samsung that didn't want to play ball with Google? The other way around? I have a factory unlocked S24u purchased straight from Samsung. I'm on T-Mobile. I'm also on the 1ui7 beta. Google messages works just fine for me. I hope it stays that way. I swapped in to this phone after being a pixel user for a long time. I can't imagine going backwards. Such a terrible thing for Verizon and/or Samsung to do to their customers.
I'm using Google Message now, but it slow downloading images family and Friends send me, I get a notification open it and wait for several minutes for it to load, Never had that problem with Verizon messages 🤔 Anyway Thanks Jeff👍🏻
So I have been using Google Messages for years, since it was in Beta actually way back when... and to me it has just been my go-to out of using it for so long. I personally don't have an issue with it aside from the sending and receving of files. Videos I receive sometimes have no audio, and pictures I send (200mp especially), when downloaded on an iPhone, lose saturation and vibrance.
I have always been a big Samsung fan but I am really disappointed that they are forcing Google Messages. Google messages is such a turd and I am really going to miss Samsung messages. I am curious, are you still planning on making a video on message app alternatives?
I don't understand is there that many people that are not aware of this? Samsung announced this over a year ago that they would be transitioning to Google messages permanently and that Samsung messages would close in 2025. They announced that in late 2023
They did not announce that at all. They announced that they would replace Samsung Messages as the default in the US. They never said that Samsung Messages support would end at any point. I've been covering this meticulously.
I used your link and had just finished putting in my reservation for the s25 ultra and your RUclips popped up. Does using your link send the appropriate info to you? Thanks.
Super amazing video my dear friend . Thank you for always keeping us informed and up to date . Sending prayers for you and your family. Hope you have a super amazing night.
Why is Google messing up Samsung? They claimed to integrate share nearby with quickshare, but in truth, they downgraded quickshare. They are scraping Samsung's message because of USA phone service providers - it feels more like Google doesn't want to compete with their partner.
Yep, google was even crying about the Galaxy store unfortunately, they even took them to court unfortunately they trying to monopolize the market but it's still available in Asia, though
Samsung is bringing Satellite SOS with the One UI 7 update in Fed 2025 and it will ONLY WORK using Google messaging app. This is why Samsing is dumping their own message app.
While i dont Mind Google messages...i honestly think samsung messages and whats app is historically better UI wise...Google messages constantly feels rushed and incompetent... especially when RCS is involved. but i wouldnt feel comfortable with meta/Zuckerberg in 2025 it just all feels sketchy now....we need a New bipartisan/Encrypted RCS Messaging app at this point
How can we have an eco system without access to Samsung msg google msg is awful looking and I don’t want google having access to my stuff but to have a good bixby or AI for bixby it would make sense to just use the Samsung apps so security is kept tight with Knox !!!
Well as for me, I use both platforms before but to be honest Google messages is way better than Samsung messages. Google messages don't have as many hiccups ass Samsung messages. My mother has a Samsung phone and I have a Google phone and she resorted over before y'all were so-called say they force them
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Can I get the package on a upgrade
Bring back Samsung messages for good!!!
I wish Google and Samsung Messages would merge. I like Samsung messages more, but need the RCS stuff of Google messages.
Why is google trying to force google messages?
They want people in their ecosystem of data stealing!
Deals between companies
@@jspring86 That's exactly what I was thinking. I actually stopped using Google messages recently after I realized they were collecting my data.
I wholeheartedly agree. They are keen on obtaining all your data. Regarding the sale of Samsung phones in the United States.
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Made the move to google messages for rcs, but I really miss the customization and categories in Samsung messages. I wish they would keep samsung messages and implement the rcs like google. I doubt google will ever have as much customization.
Me too bro
They had a conversation... And decided to leave RCS to Google messages. Google didn't make this decision on their own, Samsung did as well. Samsung decided to do this to save money.
Or atleast let us change the wallpaper. That'll in itself be a game changer. Or work together and make samsung themes work wirh google
This whole thing with Samsung and RCS seems like one big mess. I like and use Google messages but I feel bad for Samsung message users who who rely on RCS, it's been the biggest deal for me and my Apple/Android friends and family since it finally was adopted.
Samsung message is the best with categories, but they should add it to their Google message so we can't regret having it
T-Mobile continues to support Rich Communication Services (RCS) on Samsung Galaxy S23 series devices via the Samsung Messages and Google Messages applications. The duration of this support remains undetermined. This observation is based on my personal experience with a lavender Galaxy S23+.
That's excellent news!!
I'm on T-Mobile S24 Ultra OneUI 7.0 Beta3 as well and i use Samsung Message and still have RCS, Wyoming USA
🎉😊🎉
Lost it last month on mine and my wife's phones. S23 Ultra and an S24
Lost RCS with T Mobile almost a year ago using Samsung Messages on my Flip 5 and Fold 5 upgraded to the Flip 6 and Fold 6 with still the same missing RCS, so I'm ok with Google. I've been bouncing around using it off and on for a few years now I had an excuse to go all in.
Samsung's messaging app needs a major update imo. Google messages and samsung messages both look terrible to me. Feels like it should be something that should get a face-lift with the new UI. Might just be me though.
You should see how bad google messages looks on a oneplus 12.
Same goes for the google dialer
I swear its like goin back to 2012😂
The rest of the of oneplus ui looks pretty good except for the trash google apps.
Samsung, dont make the same mistake as onplus by getting rid of your own messages and dialer
I agree, i like the core function of Samaung messages but it lacks the tap back features ppl love with rcs messaging. They need to bring it up to date
My wife and I used Samsung Financing for our upgrades and because they are closing those accounts, we are not limited to upgrading thru our phone carrier. :(
You can still upgrade on samsungs site using carrier payment plans and get our mystery box see our guide- sammyguru.com/galaxy-s25-ultra-pre-order-how-to-use-carrier-financing-on-samsung-website/
I wish BlackBerry would come back.
I've watched a number of your vids regarding RCS. Perhaps you could simplify your explanation to explain what benefit RCS provides to the average user. I've used the default messaging app on my S21 for years on Verizon. I didn't notice any change today. Why should I change to a different app?
I did make such a video - ruclips.net/video/Gm0W_XkBEgA/видео.html
Seriously no one uses RCS in my country
All of this is more reason to install Signal. Even my grandkids are on Signal. Its not hard to use and you basically can't sent an insecure message.
I'm good with Google messages, been always using it. And, also, I got the January security patch yesterday for my locked AT&T s24 plus.
Nice! How's that update?
@jspring86 pretty good! Feels smoother and quicker. No changes as far as I can see besides that.
I don't even have the option to view app details. It is completely gone.
Yep ;(
Update alert: pulled an 11 MB update Google play; did NOT change date. Also got 3 updates samsung pass this morning.
Thanks for this!
It appears that XFinity (Houston ,TX) still supports RCS on my S24Ultra. I am running One UI 6.1 still. Granted, some of my messages are in SMS format. Perhaps that has something to do with the recipient? (I'm new to all of this stuff....my apologies for any stupid comments I might make..)
Jeff when I migrate over to Google messages will my message history come along just as it is in Samsung messages? I heard there is no need to back the message history up since it does it automatically. Thanks!
When you choose Google messages as your default, your messages will all migrate over to Google messages.
Yes
@@snowps1 thank you for that key information fren. I’ll go ahead do it and report back. 👍🏼
Samsung UK announced their phasing out Samsung Messaging, so we have no choice in the matter, yeah you may be able to use it for a while...but for how will it be supported here in the UK and kept up to date!!!
Thank you for keeping me informed. My Galaxy is on TracFone (it's like Mint; but, uses Verizon as the backbone instead of T-Mobile) and after checking I can confirm that Samsung Messages no longer has RCS. The options are still there; but, they're greyed out for me.
I don’t even know what rcs is , but I have switched to Google because my fold 6 recommended it
Also, as soon as I heard about the fun with RCS, I went with Google. I had used text very infrequently, but has now become helpful ever since. Great video.
Thanks!!!
Does rcs work on Samsung messages on mint?
It only works on major carriers like T-Mobile Verizon.and AT&T.
Is the pin app available with this? 🙏
It just says registration failed from more than a year or 2
On rcs?
@jspring86 yes like the "chat features" in the setting u press is then register for chat features and it says registration failed this stopped working after my S10+ I think I really loved using it but yea rn on S23U > S25U (hopefully) I don't have high hopes it will work on there either. It does work on Google msges but I hate the UI.
Yeah would would they get rid of RCS I thought it was great. Doing that seems like setting back the advancements of text messaging
I'm a little confused about this whole RCS thing. This is only a Verizon thing in the states right? Was it Verizon or Samsung that didn't want to play ball with Google? The other way around? I have a factory unlocked S24u purchased straight from Samsung. I'm on T-Mobile. I'm also on the 1ui7 beta. Google messages works just fine for me. I hope it stays that way. I swapped in to this phone after being a pixel user for a long time. I can't imagine going backwards. Such a terrible thing for Verizon and/or Samsung to do to their customers.
I'm using Google Message now, but it slow downloading images family and Friends send me, I get a notification open it and wait for several minutes for it to load,
Never had that problem with Verizon messages 🤔
Anyway Thanks Jeff👍🏻
So I have been using Google Messages for years, since it was in Beta actually way back when... and to me it has just been my go-to out of using it for so long. I personally don't have an issue with it aside from the sending and receving of files. Videos I receive sometimes have no audio, and pictures I send (200mp especially), when downloaded on an iPhone, lose saturation and vibrance.
What happens if i don't update at all? Even no app update? I'm still sticking with OneUI 6.0
Samsung alarm symbol is gone above. Unless you do pull down. Very weird bug
I have always been a big Samsung fan but I am really disappointed that they are forcing Google Messages. Google messages is such a turd and I am really going to miss Samsung messages. I am curious, are you still planning on making a video on message app alternatives?
Yeah me too not a good look
great video thank you
Mine still shows the blue dots
I don't understand is there that many people that are not aware of this? Samsung announced this over a year ago that they would be transitioning to Google messages permanently and that Samsung messages would close in 2025. They announced that in late 2023
They did not announce that at all. They announced that they would replace Samsung Messages as the default in the US. They never said that Samsung Messages support would end at any point. I've been covering this meticulously.
I saw NOTHING announced about this. Not tech savy. Frustrating.
why dont need rcs messages
We all needs rcs
Not really, never been useful, we have WhatsApp for that
I'm just gonna switch to apple if they keep killing off their own things to replace it with Google
Come over to this side. I was a Samsung Galaxy owner for 7 year. 12 total with Android. Recently switched to iPhone and will never go back.
I used your link and had just finished putting in my reservation for the s25 ultra and your RUclips popped up. Does using your link send the appropriate info to you? Thanks.
You have to complete the Google form on our site to request access to the wallpaper pack it is in the description and pinned comment
Thanks Jeff,..
I already am completely unable to use samsung messages. I was forced to switch and I hate it.
Super amazing video my dear friend . Thank you for always keeping us informed and up to date .
Sending prayers for you and your family. Hope you have a super amazing night.
Thanks Rob!! Hope you're having a great start to 2025
@jspring86 thank you and I am and hope you are as well my dear friend ☺️
I like Samsung message because you can put background. For Google message without putting background is boring.
Why is Google messing up Samsung? They claimed to integrate share nearby with quickshare, but in truth, they downgraded quickshare. They are scraping Samsung's message because of USA phone service providers - it feels more like Google doesn't want to compete with their partner.
Yep, google was even crying about the Galaxy store unfortunately, they even took them to court unfortunately they trying to monopolize the market but it's still available in Asia, though
This update is not going to erase my messages is it?
Samsung brought the end of their messages app. Nobody want super low res compression
Samsung is bringing Satellite SOS with the One UI 7 update in Fed 2025 and it will ONLY WORK using Google messaging app. This is why Samsing is dumping their own message app.
I still use rcs on the 23ultra
It's not gone on all carriers and regions yet. But it will be soon sadly
Anyway after all I rarely use message app as compared to other apps
Smh..thanks jeff...😁😁😁👍👍👍
I elected to not use rcs. The limits were less desirable than Samsung solution. It's just freaking texting. Get help people
Samsung messages should get a makeover & rhen support RCS
Should i go back to Samsung messages?
While i dont Mind Google messages...i honestly think samsung messages and whats app is historically better UI wise...Google messages constantly feels rushed and incompetent... especially when RCS is involved. but i wouldnt feel comfortable with meta/Zuckerberg in 2025 it just all feels sketchy now....we need a New bipartisan/Encrypted RCS Messaging app at this point
Bring back dex for windows!
Idk at 1st i didnt like google messages but now its cool.
How can we have an eco system without access to Samsung msg google msg is awful looking and I don’t want google having access to my stuff but to have a good bixby or AI for bixby it would make sense to just use the Samsung apps so security is kept tight with Knox !!!
Great job on your vidio. Im a rookie techy. Lol and learning technology. God is good. ✝️
I'm on xfinity I still have rcs
R CS doesn't even work correctly.
facts its been buggy for years for myself and several others i know , idk why everyone acts like its flawless, definitely needs work
Well as for me, I use both platforms before but to be honest Google messages is way better than Samsung messages. Google messages don't have as many hiccups ass Samsung messages. My mother has a Samsung phone and I have a Google phone and she resorted over before y'all were so-called say they force them
I hate Samsung messenger, I’ve always preferred google messenger
I hate Google messages.
i hate google messages so much bros.
And like I said I use Google messages I like that better anyway good luck to everyone😅😅😅😅😅
Heck yeah Paul hope you're well!
I'm on verizon and I have no problems
No problems if you don't use RCS, because its gone lol
@jspring86 i thought it was the messaging with the three dots... excuse my ignorance but what am I missing
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Hi there Samsung massages is still available in the app store here in the uk and on ee which is my phone provider