Published 17:43 IST, November 22nd 2020
Google launches RCS chat worldwide in an attempt to take on Apples iMessages, Whatsapp
In an attempt to beat Apple’s iMessage and Facebook’s WhatsApp that function on over-the-top (OTT) services, Google rollsout RCS chats world wide
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On vember 21, Google launched a new chat feature on its SMS initiative RCS (Rich Communications Services) for users worldwide to enhance standard messaging experience. As many as 27 carriers and device manufacturers introduced upgre to RCS after Google shared latest update on its communication app. Google’s messaging will allow users to share high-resolution photos, receipts, and end to end encryptions in future apart from alrey available features such as video calling and Smart Reply to outdo spams.
In an attempt to beat Apple’s iMess and Facebook’s WhatsApp that function on over--top (OTT) services, Google introduced vanced chat feature on RCS replacing tritional messaging system that doesn’t need a ‘separate account’. RCS will function across all networks, phones, laptops, and operating systems globally. “We’ve completed our global rollout of chat features to make this modern messaging experience universal and interconnected for everyone on Android,” Google said in a statement. “w anyone using Messs around world has access to modern chat features eir from ir carrier or directly from Google,” it ded.
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To introduce 'End-to-end encryption'
Furr, search engine informed that newly introduced chat feature upgre on its SMS text messaging will enable account holders to send and receive better quality photos and videos, chat with friends and family over Wi-Fi or data, share reactions, and enjoy more dynamic and engaging group chats. Google said in a blog post that new feature is aimed at providing its users a universally interconnected experience.
company informed that it is working on End-to-end encryption techlogy and has rolled out beta testers beginning this month to safeguard privacy of users while on chats conversation. “Your eligible conversations will automatically upgre to be end-to-end encrypted,” Google said, ding, feature will activate when both users have Messs installed and chat features on. “We’re excited to share se updates and continue to improve Messs experience around world,” company said.
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17:43 IST, November 22nd 2020