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The case for Apple’s iMessage on Android
Apple should bring iMessage to Android, not just for consumers, but for its own bottom line.
I don't care if Google's 'chat' for Android is an inferior version of Apple iMessage, I want it now
Google has announced that a new messaging protocol called chat is on the way, bringing RCS support and unifying the scattershot messaging experience on Android. It's about time.
Google Allo finally gains a web interface but it may be too late
Google has started to roll out the long-awaited web interface for its Allo messaging app, but it still requires a phone to work.
Google readies Duo, Assistant integration as its elevation of Allo continues
A teardown of the most recent Allo APK reveals that Google is readying integration with Duo and Assistant as it continues to improve the messaging app.
How to make and send selfie stickers in Google Allo
The latest update to Google's Allo messaging app lets you create stickers in your likeness and send them to your friends. Here's how to do it.
3 Things I want to see at Google I/O
Google I/O is set to kick off in just a few days, so here are three things we hope to see.
Four Android apps that put SMS on your desktop
These four apps help keep you in the loop by sending your SMS text messages to your Windows desktop.
I dumped all of Google's messaging apps for Pulse. Here's how (and why) I did it
I'm tired of waiting for Google to figure out what it wants to do with its suite of messaging apps, so I dumped them all for Pulse. And I've never been happier.
Google tweaks Android Messages to make it easier to start a one-on-one conversation
The latest update to Android Messages brings a useful interface tweak that eliminates the extra tap to start a solo conversation and adds a new group messaging button.
Five tips and tricks to improve your WhatsApp experience
The world’s most popular messaging app nails the basics, but there are some other useful features that you also put to use.
Google shuttering Talk, removing SMS support from Hangouts in new messaging shakeup
Google announced that it will be shutting Talk down on June 26 and removing SMS support from Hangouts on May 22 in a continuing attempt to consolidate its many messaging apps.
Dress up your texts with these 4 Android SMS-replacement apps
Get a better messaging app that suits your texting style and personal preferences.
Google Area 120's first Android project is a messaging app without a keyboard
The first Android app from Google's startup incubator Area 120 is called Supersonic Fun Voice Messenger, and it doesn't have a keyboard.
Viber's Secret Chats sets a time limit on entire conversations
Viber's got a new feature for those who don't want their secret conversations uncovered by losing their phone.
Facebook’s Messenger Day is yet another Snapchat clone—but with a twist
Messenger is the latest Facebook property to integrate Snapchat-style slideshows, but this time they’re intended to help you meet up with friends in real life.
Google makes it easier to summon Assistant in Allo, adds in-app GIF searching
A new update rolling out to the Android Allo app adds a new icon for bringing Assistant into a conversation, lets you search for GIFs, and upgrades some popular emojis.
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