Emergency

Google Messages will soon allow users to text 911 for emergency assistance using RCS technology.

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Google Messages will soon allow users to text 911 for emergency assistance using RCS technology.

Google is partnering with RapidSOS to update 911 text messaging through Google Messages with Rich Communication Services (RCS), offering new features and benefits. This update will initially focus on areas without current texting capabilities, providing a lifeline for those who can’t make traditional voice calls in emergencies. Texting 911 with RCS will allow users to … Read more

Google Introduces RCS Feature for Emergency Texting

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Google Introduces RCS Feature for Emergency Texting

Google has announced a new partnership with emergency technology company RapidSOS to allow US Android users to text 911 in emergencies using its rich communication services (RCS) protocol. This new feature will allow Android users to send a text message for emergency help when calling 911 is not possible. The text messaging feature will provide … Read more