Samsung bids farewell to its Messaging app by July and pushes users towards Google Messages with new advanced features

Samsung has decided to definitively close its proprietary messaging app, marking a significant change in the company's strategy. According to an official announcement, the Samsung Messages app will no longer be available starting in July of this year. Users have been encouraged to transition to Google Messages as soon as possible, which will become the main alternative on Galaxy devices.

This choice does not come entirely unexpectedly. Samsung had already begun to downplay its app long ago, ceasing to pre-install it on several recent models, such as the Galaxy Z Fold 6, Z Flip 6, and Galaxy S25. Instead, the company has progressively introduced the app developed by Google, a sign of an increasingly close collaboration between the two giants.

Switching to Google Messages offers several technological advantages, including support for RCS (Rich Communication Services) messaging. This technology allows users to send high-quality images and videos, participate in more advanced group chats, and view real-time indicators, such as when someone is typing. Additionally, these features also work between devices with different operating systems, improving the overall experience.

Samsung favors Google Messages, the pros of the Mountain View app. Another strength of Google Messages is its integration with artificial intelligence tools, particularly those based on Gemini. Users will be able to, for example, edit and remix images directly in conversations, adding a creative layer to their daily chats. The app also facilitates the synchronization of conversations between smartphones, tablets, and smartwatches, making transitions between devices smoother.

Naturally, the change also involves some sacrifices. Some users might miss the customization options offered by Samsung Messages. However, the advanced features and broader Google ecosystem seem to offset these losses.

At the moment, Samsung has not yet communicated a precise date for the complete phase-out but assured that further details will be provided directly through the app. In the meantime, the message is clear: the future of messaging on Galaxy devices will entirely pass through Google Messages.