Samsung Replaces Its Messaging App with Google Messages on New Devices

The switch to Google Messages on Flip6 and Fold6 aims to enhance user experience with RCS features.

Samsung Messages will no longer be pre-installed on new Galaxy models in the US, starting with Flip6 and Fold6.
Google Messages offers better RCS support, including high-res media, typing indicators, and end-to-end encryption.
The change is currently limited to the US; Canadian and European models still have Samsung Messages pre-installed.
Samsung Messages remains available for download but will lack some features on new devices.
The move aligns with Samsung's broader partnership with Google across various tech areas.