Google Makes All RCS Messages Encrypted; Check out the Details!
Since 2018, Google has been actively working on its Rich Communication Services (RCS) for Google Messages. As it stands today, RCS is a mature communication interface that has not only evolved with time but has also been capable enough toshame Apple into adopting RCSfor cross-platform messaging. And now, there’s a new update, which can further solidify the position of RCS in the Android world and possibly gain the attention of Apple. Keep reading to know more.
End-to-End Encrypted RCS Messages Goes Live!
In its recentCommunity Support Forum post,Google announced that from now on, allRCS chats will be end-to-end encrypted. This includes both one-to-one chats as well as group chats. And the best part is it will be on by default for both new and existing users! Unless it’s turned off.
If you can recall, Google had been working on end-to-end encryption for RCS chats since2020but was available for selective chats. Now, after almost three years this feature is live for all. This comes after Googlerecently integratedMessage Layer Security (MLS) into Google Messages toenable interoperability between devicesirrespective of the OS they operate on. This means that moving forward, Google Messages will not only enable seamless cross-platform support, even if Apple is not keen to adopt RCS but also ensure that the layer of security and privacy is maintained irrespective of the platform messages are being shared in.
And not only that, withend-to-end encryption, Google Messages is now as capable as some of its competitors like WhatsApp and iMessage. However, do note that based on your region and carrier partner, you will need to agree to certain Terms and Conditions to enjoy an end-to-end RCS text messaging facility.
With that being said, what do you think of this new development? Do you use RCS messaging frequently? Will the introduction of end-to-end encryption propel you toward RCS? Do share your thoughts in the comment section below.
Siddhartha Samaddar
A curious being who is fascinated by the world of tech and literature alike. Always in the lookout for the “next big thing” in software. In my free time you can find me either trying my hand at gaming or daydreaming about my “ideal gaming setup.”
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