Samsung is ending Messages in July: 5 replacements I'd switch to now
ZDNET • • technology
Key Points:
- Samsung is discontinuing its messaging app and service in the US this July for users with Android 12 or newer, requiring them to switch to alternative messaging apps.
- Google Messages is Samsung's recommended replacement, offering modern features like RCS, end-to-end encryption, and seamless Android integration.
- Popular alternatives include WhatsApp, known for its global user base and rich features; Facebook Messenger, which allows chatting without phone numbers; Telegram, favored by power users for its extensive features but lacking end-to-end encryption; and Signal, which prioritizes security with mandatory end-to-end encryption and minimal data collection.
- Users on Android 11 or older versions are not affected by this change, and all suggested apps are free to download from the Google Play Store.
