RCS is coming to iPhones, with Apple rumored to introduce support for the messaging standard in an update to iOS 18 arriving by the end of 2024.
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Why I’m excited about RCS coming to the iPhone
Anthony Bouchard ∙ November 17, 2023
If you haven’t already heard, Apple announced plans to incorporate RCS (Rich Communication Services) to supplant SMS and MMS in a future iOS update. This is a major departure from Apple’s previous stance on this issue and was undoubtedly fueled by hard pushes from global governments and end users alike.
RCS chat bubbles on iPhones will remain green
Christian Zibreg ∙ November 17, 2023
Apple has confirmed that RCS chats will have green bubbles on your iPhone, like SMS and MMS. The blue bubble shall remain exclusive to iMessage.
Apple confirms RCS support on iPhone coming “later next year” for iMessage interoperability with Android
Christian Zibreg ∙ November 16, 2023
Apple explains Rich Communication Services (RCS) support will work alongside iMessage, enhancing messaging between the iPhone and Android.