What is RCS messaging? How it works on iPhone and Android
RCS brings chat app features to normal texting, and now works between iPhones and Android phones.
Agha Ali Abbas1 min read
The fix
Turn on RCS
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Android: Google Messages › profile picture › Messages settings › RCS chats.
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iPhone: Settings › Apps › Messages › RCS Messaging.
Frequently asked questions
Does RCS use data?
Yes, it uses Wi-Fi or mobile data like a chat app. Without data, the phone falls back to SMS.
Are RCS messages blue on iPhone?
No. RCS chats with Android users stay green, but show an RCS label in the text box.
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