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Google Messages A/B tests new features for Android app

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Google Messages is reportedly testing several new features for its Android application, with a rollout expected around June 2026. Similar to other Google applications, Messages for Android often undergoes A/B testing for new functionalities. The RCS/SMS client may take a considerable amount of time to implement these features into its stable version. AI

IMPACT Minor improvements to messaging app functionality may enhance user experience but have little direct impact on AI development or operations.

RANK_REASON This item discusses a product update for an existing application, not a frontier release or significant industry event.

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Google Messages A/B tests new features for Android app

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    What new Google Messages features are rolling out [June 2026] Like other Google apps, Messages for Android A/B tests many features. It can take the RCS/SMS clie

    What new Google Messages features are rolling out [June 2026] Like other Google apps, Messages for Android A/B tests many features. It can take the RCS/SMS client a rather long time to actually launch new functionality in stable. From various reports, Google announcements, and de…

    LINKS 9to5google.com/…/new-google-messages-feat…

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