USA TODAY on MSN: Samsung replaces Messages app with Google's. What does this mean? By July, Samsung devices will rely on Google Messages, instead of the formerly-installed Samsung Messages.

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Samsung recommends users switch to Google Messages. If you own a Galaxy phone and use Samsung Messages to send texts, check delivery updates, or receive OTP codes, there is an upcoming change you need ... Android Police on MSN: I've used Google Messages for years, and I can't believe I was ignoring these features I've used Google Messages for years, and I can't believe I was ignoring these features TechRepublic: Samsung to Shut Down Its Messaging App, Switch to Google Messages in July Samsung will discontinue its Messages app in July 2026, pushing users to Google Messages with RCS, AI, and security upgrades. Samsung to Shut Down Its Messaging App, Switch to Google Messages in July