RCS-enhanced iMessage in iOS 18 still has security issues when adding Android users
Apple's adoption of the RCS protocol in iOS 18 has improved communications in iMessage between users of iPhones and Android, but some security issues remain. Apple and Google are working together to fix them.
How to enable RCS messaging on iPhone to text Android users
You can enable RCS messaging on iPhones running iOS 18 or later. Once you install iOS 18 on your phone, you'll need to enable RCS in your messaging settings. You'll also have to check if your carrier supports the RCS protocol or not.
RCS is now rolling out to iMessage on iPhones with iOS 18
We've finally made it past the finish line, folks. The day is here, and at long last, the iPhone-to-Android messaging experience is about to get a whole lot better thanks to Apples (likely-reluctant) inclusion of RCS in iMessage.
Try this to make messaging better on your iPhone or Android
For many years, texting between Android and iPhone users has been challenging. Here are a few tips all cell phone users should know about.
iOS 18: How to check if your carrier supports RCS on iPhone
Thankfully, Apple has a support document available where you can check if your carrier has enabled RCS for the iPhone. The page gives you a list of carriers for each country. If your carrier hasn’t rolled out RCS support for the iPhone, you’ll want to bookmark this page and keep checking back.
Next Up for RCS Messaging on iPhones: End-to-End Encryption
With the launch of RCS messaging on iPhones with iOS 18, the governing body behind the standard is now teasing end-to-end encryption (E2EE) between iOS and Android."The next major milestone is for the RCS Universal Profile to add important user protections such as interoperable end-to-end encryption,
Why You Need RCS on Your iPhone: iOS 18 Messaging Explained
Apple made a significant leap in September 2024 by introducing Rich Communication Services (RCS) messaging with iOS 18. The update adds several new features to your iPhone, like text effects in Messages and more options to customise your lock screen.
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