Google Messages App Gets New Features

Users will soon have the option to reply to a specific message in a discussion when RCS is enabled, among other new features. By doing this, a user will be able to reply to a particular message without “interrupting the flow.” Google began displaying the emoji reactions of iPhone users on Android phones earlier this year.

Users can now reply to SMS Texts from iPhone users with an emoji in the Google Messages app. The voice messages you receive will be automatically translated by Voice Message Transcription. According to Google, if you receive an audio message from a loved one when crowded, transcripts will allow you to “see” the audio like you would a regular text message.

In this manner, you can watch it without being overheard. This functionality is offered on the Pixel 6, Pixel 6 Pro, Pixel 6A, Samsung Galaxy Fold 4, and the Galaxy S22 series in addition to the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro. Reminders are now displayed in the Messages app, making it easier for you to recall important events and appointments without switching between other apps.

You can receive reminders for critical doctor’s appointments, your wife’s birthday, or your anniversary. Additionally, the Google Messages app will display your contacts’ birthdays and anniversaries when you write their dates, along with a reminder. The following new function is intriguing.

So that you don’t have to leave the Google Messages app for the YouTube app and then come back to the Google Messages app to react, you may watch YouTube videos inside the Messages app when someone sends you a link to one.

Now if addresses, door codes, and phone numbers are included in messages, Google Messages will recommend that you “star” the message if you think you’ll need to access it again. This will enable you to find the emails containing the information you need fast. Can you chat now? Texts will now be recognized by the Google Messages app, and an icon directly next to the message will offer a Meet video call.

An offer to add the event to Google Calendar will be made in response to a message that reads something like, “Let’s meet on Tuesday at 6 pm.” You might be able to recall an essential appointment or occasion if you follow the advice. Additionally, Google Assistant can be asked to send a message to users of the Google Pixel Watch.

Google Tests a Tool That Lets People Connect With Businesses in Messages

Google revealed that it is testing a service in several nations that would let Google Messages users communicate with companies they located on Search and Maps. Without leaving the Messages app, you can use this feature to “plan your next trip, snag tickets to the big game, and uncover bargains from your favorite stores,” according to Google.

This is intriguing because the main American carriers had formerly intended to use RCS to facilitate connections between customers and companies. Like to remain in touch while flying? Additionally, as long as RCS is allowed, Google has a partnership with United Airlines to provide messaging on United Airlines flights. Beginning this fall, United WiFi for the majority of carriers will offer this feature.

In addition, the Google Messages icon is being modified. Additionally, updates to the Phone and Contacts applications will focus solely on facilitating communication. And of course, we labored over every pixel to make sure that these new icons are readily recognizable as communication tools and available to everyone, according to Google.