US EditionSamsung to Discontinue Its Messaging App
Users will be directed to Google Messages for Gemini AI tools and RCS features, while Samsung Messages will stop downloading after July, the company said.
- On Monday, April 6, 2026, Samsung announced it will discontinue its messaging app in July, transitioning users to Google Messages for a consistent experience across Android devices.
- Enhanced security features including AI-powered spam filtering and scam detection drove the shift, alongside access to Google's Gemini features and RCS connectivity for higher-quality photo sharing between Android and Apple devices.
- Customers may receive in-app notifications guiding them through the switch, or manually download Google Messages from the Play Store and set it as default. The app prompts: "To use Messages, make it your default SMS ap."
- Users running Android 11 or older remain unaffected by the change. Owners of Galaxy Watch 3 and older Tizen OS smartwatches will lose support for viewing full message conversation history after the transition.
- Samsung advises users to check the app for the exact discontinuation date, as the transition aligns with the company's broader push to deliver a more connected and secure messaging experience across all devices.
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