Apple to Introduce RCS Support in iPhones Due to Chinese Regulations

Apple's decision to support RCS messaging in iPhones by 2024 is primarily influenced by China's new law requiring RCS for 5G device certification, not by European pressure.

• Apple announced last year it would bring RCS messaging to the iPhone in 2024, initially believed to be due to European Commission pressure.
• Recent reports reveal China's new law mandating RCS support for 5G devices to be sold in the country is the main reason behind Apple's decision.
• China's influence on Apple extends beyond previous assumptions, with the Chinese government playing a crucial role in the tech giant's decision-making.
• RCS messaging, which lacks encryption, is supported by Android devices and will now be adopted by Apple, despite initial resistance.
• The move highlights China's significant control over Apple's operations, challenging the notion that European regulations were the primary motivator.

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