Google Messages users can now expand a contact’s profile photo, allowing for a better view and providing shortcuts for messaging, calling, and viewing contact information. The update is gradually rolling out worldwide, aimed at enhancing user convenience. This feature was previously tested in the beta version of Google Messages and is now widely available. In … Read more
Google Messages has recently introduced a quality-of-life improvement that allows users to tap on photos of their contacts within conversation view. This feature enables users to expand contact profile photos by tapping on them, providing a larger version than what is typically seen in the Google Messages Details view. The expanded photo is similar in … Read more
Google has expanded access to its Gemini feature in Google Messages to a wider range of Android phones. Previously, only certain Pixel and Samsung Galaxy devices could use Gemini, but now, more Android phones are eligible. To use Gemini, your Android phone must have at least 6 GB of RAM, be RCS-enabled, and be in … Read more
Google has expanded the Gemini AI feature to all Android devices, allowing users to access it through the Google Messages app. This feature can suggest recipes based on available ingredients, write text messages, plan itineraries, create code snippets, provide book recommendations, write various types of content, and engage in casual conversations. Gemini AI draws information … Read more
Gemini in Google Messages is now accessible on any Android phone with at least 6GB of RAM, the latest version of the app, a Google account, and RCS messaging enabled. This feature is now available in over 165 countries, including India, supporting English and French (in Canada). Google has also launched the standalone Gemini and … Read more
Google Gemini is expanding its availability on Android phones through the Google Messages app, allowing users to chat with Gemini as they would with ChatGPT. Previously limited to select smartphones like Google Pixel 6, 7, and 8 or Samsung Galaxy S22 and later models, this feature is now accessible on any Android device with at … Read more
Google announced the integration of the Gemini chatbot into Google Messages earlier this year, first in select markets and limited to certain devices like Samsung and Pixel. Recently, Google expanded Gemini access to more devices, requiring a minimum of 6GB of RAM and a linked personal Google account with RCS enabled. Access to Gemini in … Read more
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Google Messages will soon support text to 911 via RCS, allowing users in areas where SMS to contact 911 is available to benefit from new features like location sharing and read receipts. This announcement comes just days before Apple is expected to announce RCS support in iOS 18, and Google is working with RapidSOS to … Read more
Google has partnered with RapidSOS to introduce a new feature that allows Android users to send messages to 911 emergency call centers using Rich Communication Services (RCS). This will provide users with more features and capabilities compared to sending SMS text messages to 911. The new feature will be rolled out later this winter. Currently, … Read more
Android users can now edit their messages when using RCS messages in Google Messages. The new feature allows users to quickly make necessary changes without having to rewrite the entire message. However, users only have a maximum of 15 minutes to edit their messages. To edit a sent message, users can long press on the … Read more