RCS
Coverage of RCS in the Nexus archive.
- iOS 26.5 Brings Default End-to-End Encrypted RCS Messaging Between iPhone and Android
Apple released iOS 26.5 with end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging in beta, aiming to replace traditional SMS with a more secure alternative, available to iPhone and Android users with supported carriers. This feature is part of a cross-industry effort. The rollout includes support for Google Messages on Android.
- Finally, texts between Android and iPhone users can be end-to-end encrypted
Google and Apple devices can now communicate more seamlessly with end-to-end encrypted texts. Google had urged Apple to support RCS texting for years. This development makes communication between Android and iPhone users more secure.
- iOS end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging begins rolling today in beta
iOS end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging is beginning to roll out in beta today, marked by a new lock icon in Android chats. This rollout indicates an advancement in secure messaging technology. The feature is expected to enhance user privacy.
- Apple brings encrypted RCS chats to iPhone
Apple has added support for end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging in beta on iOS 26.5, allowing iPhone users to have secure conversations with Android users. The feature is automatically enabled and marked with a lock icon and 'Encrypted' message. This update enhances user privacy and security.