Author: Bobby Pulse

Apple has announced that it will support the RCS messaging standard, which means texts from iPhones to non-iOS devices will no longer have to go through the outdated SMS/MMS system. This move aims to improve interoperability and make messaging more secure and equitable. However, Apple’s iMessage will still offer a superior experience with additional features not available on RCS. Google has welcomed Apple’s support for RCS and looks forward to implementing it on iOS. The reason for Apple’s previous resistance to RCS adoption remains unclear, but factors such as security and spam concerns may have played a role. Apple plans to enable support for RCS next year. The announcement coincides with the deadline for filing challenges at the EU’s General Court, where Apple is reportedly challenging the decision to include the App Store on a digital antitrust list. This move suggests that Apple is gradually opening up its ecosystem to other devices.

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