Apple is set to replace an aging texting protocol with a newer one to enhance compatibility with Android. Here’s when it will roll out.
RCS support will be added to the iPhone sometime in 2024
RCS support will be added to the iPhone sometime in 2024
RCS, or Rich Communication Services, is an upgrade to a smartphone’s traditional text messaging system (SMS). It makes text messages more like iMessage with iOS 18.
The RCS messaging protocol supports features like seeing when someone is typing, sending high-quality images and videos, and knowing when messages are read. Unlike the old SMS, RCS can use Wi-Fi and cellular data, making it more versatile and user-friendly.
iOS 18 RCS rollout coming in the fall to bridge Apple & Android messaging gap
iOS 18 RCS rollout coming in the fall to bridge Apple & Android messaging gap