Key Takeaways
- Apple's announcement to support RCS in 2024 means that Google Messages and Apple iMessage could work together, bringing rich messaging cross-platform.
- RCS messaging allows users to send rich, verified messages with features like photos, videos, audio messages, video calls, group messages, read receipts, and typing indicators.
- RCS messages are secure with client-to-server encryption and brand verification processes to prevent spam, and Google has implemented end-to-end encryption in Google Messages.