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Android Authority
12 hours ago
- Android Authority
Google Messages will help you shame your friends into finally turning on RCS (APK teardown)
Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR To take full advantage of RCS messaging features, everyone in the chat needs to have RCS enabled. Google Messages is working on a feature that would prompt you to send friends without RCS a message asking them to turn it on. Messaging on Android is better than it's ever been, and a big part of that is due to the arrival of Rich Communication Services (RCS) support. While that's absolutely helped start pulling down some of the walls between Android and iOS, RCS's support for everything from emoji reactions to high-quality media attachments has seriously upgraded the texting experience even when you're just chatting with fellow Android users. Authority Insights story on Android Authority. Discover You're reading anstory on Android Authority. Discover Authority Insights for more exclusive reports, app teardowns, leaks, and in-depth tech coverage you won't find anywhere else. An APK teardown helps predict features that may arrive on a service in the future based on work-in-progress code. However, it is possible that such predicted features may not make it to a public release. While all that's great, using RCS has one big asterisk attached to it: everybody involved needs to be on board. With Google Messages, at least, the carrier doesn't matter so much, but both you and the person you're talking to need to have RCS in Messages flipped on. Today we're looking at Google's new build of the Messages app, and within we spotted a few very interesting text strings: Code Copy Text Text an invite "You can share high-quality media and send secure messages when we're both on RCS." Invite this contact to RCS chat "Hi! I noticed you're using SMS to text. We can share high-quality media and send secure messages when we're both on RCS. Want to try? With a little more finagling, we were able to coax the app to show us one of these notices: Once this feature is live, Messages will be able to detect when the person you're texting with isn't using RCS, and offer you the option to send them a 'friendly' reminder to get with the program and turn it on — or to actually get the program, and switch to Messages in the first place. We can imagine that RCS hold-outs will quickly find themselves peppered with these texts from their more RCS-friendly contacts. Will that be enough to annoy them into making the switch? Looks like we'll find out! Got a tip? Talk to us! Email our staff at Email our staff at news@ . You can stay anonymous or get credit for the info, it's your choice.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Yahoo
WhatsApp now lets you create ChatGPT-generated AI photos in chat
WhatsApp users can now use ChatGPT as an image generator inside of the messaging app. To get started, you just need to add the chatbot as a contact and feed it a prompt in the chat. There are no special requirements for use, and the service is available to everyone, ChatGPT maker OpenAI said in a post on X. To add the chatbot, you need to save the number +1 800 2428478 (selecting the United States as the country code) as a contact in WhatsApp. Alternatively, you can use the following short link to get started: ChatGPT generates images based on descriptions or uploaded pictures provided as input. ChatGPT has already been available as a text-based chatbot on WhatsApp since late 2024. Those who have already added it as a contact do not need to set up a new chat and can use the existing one to generate images, provided they do not exceed a certain daily limit. First-time users adding ChatGPT as a contact will receive a notification after their first query, informing them that they are interacting with an AI assistant and agreeing to the terms of use and privacy policy. Additionally, users are warned that the chatbot may make errors and that conversations may be reviewed "for security reasons." Therefore, personal, sensitive or confidential data or photos should not be shared in the chat.
National Post
3 days ago
- Business
- National Post
Infobip First to Launch RCS Messaging Across All Four Major U.S. Telecom Carriers
Article content As Rich Communication Services (RCS) becomes the next generation of text messaging, Infobip further establishes its brand presence and services in the U.S. by officially signing with major carriers. Article content CHICAGO — Global communications platform Infobip is the first to launch RCS messaging with the top four U.S. telecom carriers. Now, businesses using these four major carriers can transform the way they communicate with customers through interactive, engaging mobile content via RCS messaging, powered by Infobip. Article content Following the skyrocketing adoption of RCS, all major wireless carriers are rolling out support for the transformative messaging channel that sets a new standard for mobile messaging. RCS offers a more versatile and feature-rich experience than traditional, text-only SMS messaging. By operating over Wi-Fi and mobile data, RCS offers a plethora of benefits including high resolution images and video, enhanced group chat functions, interactive features that enable recipients to easily book appointments and more. Article content These capabilities amplify brands' omnichannel marketing strategies by effectively keeping customers engaged. Through Infobip's RCS availability across major U.S. carriers, U.S. brands can offer interactive features and branding opportunities, resulting in more personalized, engaging customer journeys and stronger customer relationships through dynamic, branded two-way conversations. Article content 'RCS offers marketers a whole new way for brands to communicate with consumers through mobile,' said Jamie Elden, CRO, Listrak. 'We were thrilled to collaborate with Infobip and Dooney & Bourke to become the first marketing platform provider to launch an RCS marketing campaign in the United States. Together, we were able to demonstrate how the elevated creative experience that consumers expect from luxury fashion and beauty brands can be translated into mobile messaging, as well as the results that it delivers.' Article content Infobip has since worked with Listrak, the retail industry's leading cross-channel marketing platform, along with American heritage handbag and fine leather goods brand, Dooney & Bourke, to launch '12 Days of Dooney'; the first RCS marketing campaign in the United States. Launched as a test campaign during the 2024 holiday season, Infobip, Listrak, and Dooney & Bourke collaborated to target subscribers via campaign messages that focused on holiday shopping promotions. As a result of the integration, RCS more than doubled the revenue per send compared to SMS/ MMS campaigns. Article content 'As evident by our most recent Messaging Trend Report, which found a 500% increase in RCS usage year-on-year, both telecoms and businesses are seeking out better ways to leverage this evolutionary messaging channel,' Ivan Ostojic, Chief Business Officer at Infobip. 'Now that Infobip's RCS Business Messaging is available across the biggest telco providers in the U.S., leading brands can effectively engage and communicate with targeted customers throughout the world's largest economy.' Article content About Infobip Article content Infobip is a global cloud communications platform that enables businesses to build connected experiences across all stages of the customer journey. Accessed through a single platform, Infobip's omnichannel engagement, identity, user authentication and contact center solutions help businesses and partners overcome the complexity of consumer communications to grow business and increase loyalty. It offers natively built technology with the capacity to reach over seven billion mobile devices and 'things' in 6 continents connected to over 9,700+ connections of which 800+ are direct operator connections. Infobip was established in 2006 and is led by its co-founders, CEO Silvio Kutić, Roberto Kutić and Izabel Jelenić. Article content Recent award wins include: Article content About Listrak Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Infobip Research Reveals Surge in UK Brands' Adoption of RCS
Infobip's Messaging Trends Report highlights the impact of Apple's RCS support and the growing dominance of conversational messaging in the UK LONDON, June 17, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Global cloud communications platform Infobip has released its latest Messaging Trends Report, which reveals that the adoption of Rich Communication Services (RCS) messaging has skyrocketed, transforming the customer experience landscape. Infobip analysed more than 530 billion interactions on its platform between businesses and consumers in 2024 to identify the latest business messaging trends. The data suggests Apple's support for RCS, following its iOS 18 update in late 2024, contributed to a 65% increase in UK RCS traffic. UK businesses have embraced the channel for highly engaging, two-way customer interactions. Infobip's data shows that the increase in RCS usage is part of increasingly omnichannel approaches, with UK brands leveraging it alongside SMS, Voice & Video and WhatsApp for a seamless customer journey. James Stokes, Head of Enterprise, UK & Nordics at Infobip, commented: "RCS is taking off because it works. The branded and verified experience reduces hesitation, while rich visuals capture attention and drive engagement. In A/B tests, RCS rich cards delivered up to 70% higher conversion rates than MMS. More significantly, RCS has driven conversion rates two to three times higher, and sometimes even ten times higher, than standard marketing channels." The UK is the largest European market utilising the Infobip platform, growing by almost a third (31.7%) from 2023 to 2024. Companies in the wholesale communications services sector represent the largest segment, followed by telecoms and technology & software companies. The Messaging Trends Report has revealed that as UK brands refine their customer engagement strategies, WhatsApp has emerged as a significant channel for conversational marketing, where the channel's growth has surpassed the growth of SMS and email. Infobip recorded a 392% increase in marketing messages sent over WhatsApp in the UK, driven by new features enabling seamless purchases within a single chat. This was accompanied by a 12x increase in conversational marketing messages, with majority being over WhatsApp. The platform also saw significant growth in other chat apps like Telegram, Line, and Viber. Globally, Infobip saw a 30% increase in the number of brands orchestrating conversational marketing interactions with their customers on its platform. AI adoption has also increased, according to data from Infobip's AI Hub. AI-powered chatbots and automation are being widely adopted, particularly in finance and insurance, where security and compliance are paramount. Businesses increasingly use AI for personalized interactions, fraud prevention, and real-time customer support. James Stokes added: "With RCS adoption accelerating and AI transforming customer interactions, 2025 is set to be a pivotal year for conversational messaging." For more insights, download the full report here: About InfobipInfobip is a global cloud communications platform that enables businesses to build connected experiences across all stages of the customer journey. View source version on Contacts Highbury Communications Sarah Penneyspenney@ Infobip Wendy
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Infobip Research Reveals Surge in UK Brands' Adoption of RCS
Infobip's Messaging Trends Report highlights the impact of Apple's RCS support and the growing dominance of conversational messaging in the UK LONDON, June 17, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Global cloud communications platform Infobip has released its latest Messaging Trends Report, which reveals that the adoption of Rich Communication Services (RCS) messaging has skyrocketed, transforming the customer experience landscape. Infobip analysed more than 530 billion interactions on its platform between businesses and consumers in 2024 to identify the latest business messaging trends. The data suggests Apple's support for RCS, following its iOS 18 update in late 2024, contributed to a 65% increase in UK RCS traffic. UK businesses have embraced the channel for highly engaging, two-way customer interactions. Infobip's data shows that the increase in RCS usage is part of increasingly omnichannel approaches, with UK brands leveraging it alongside SMS, Voice & Video and WhatsApp for a seamless customer journey. James Stokes, Head of Enterprise, UK & Nordics at Infobip, commented: "RCS is taking off because it works. The branded and verified experience reduces hesitation, while rich visuals capture attention and drive engagement. In A/B tests, RCS rich cards delivered up to 70% higher conversion rates than MMS. More significantly, RCS has driven conversion rates two to three times higher, and sometimes even ten times higher, than standard marketing channels." The UK is the largest European market utilising the Infobip platform, growing by almost a third (31.7%) from 2023 to 2024. Companies in the wholesale communications services sector represent the largest segment, followed by telecoms and technology & software companies. The Messaging Trends Report has revealed that as UK brands refine their customer engagement strategies, WhatsApp has emerged as a significant channel for conversational marketing, where the channel's growth has surpassed the growth of SMS and email. Infobip recorded a 392% increase in marketing messages sent over WhatsApp in the UK, driven by new features enabling seamless purchases within a single chat. This was accompanied by a 12x increase in conversational marketing messages, with majority being over WhatsApp. The platform also saw significant growth in other chat apps like Telegram, Line, and Viber. Globally, Infobip saw a 30% increase in the number of brands orchestrating conversational marketing interactions with their customers on its platform. AI adoption has also increased, according to data from Infobip's AI Hub. AI-powered chatbots and automation are being widely adopted, particularly in finance and insurance, where security and compliance are paramount. Businesses increasingly use AI for personalized interactions, fraud prevention, and real-time customer support. James Stokes added: "With RCS adoption accelerating and AI transforming customer interactions, 2025 is set to be a pivotal year for conversational messaging." For more insights, download the full report here: About InfobipInfobip is a global cloud communications platform that enables businesses to build connected experiences across all stages of the customer journey. View source version on Contacts Highbury Communications Sarah Penneyspenney@ Infobip Wendy
