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Google Messages testing new features; foldable phone battery tech discussed

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Google is testing new features for its Messages app on Android, with a rollout expected around September 2026. These features will likely be integrated into the RCS/SMS client over time. Separately, there's a discussion about battery banks for foldable phones, with the Galaxy Z Fold 8 potentially benefiting from innovations like the iPhone Duo. AI

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RANK_REASON The cluster discusses upcoming features for a consumer software product and a hardware accessory, fitting the 'tool' category.

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Google Messages testing new features; foldable phone battery tech discussed

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

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

    What new Google Messages features are rolling out [September 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, a…

    LINKS 9to5google.com/…/new-google-messages-feat…
  2. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    The Galaxy Z Fold 8 needs battery banks that actually fit; iPhone Duo might help Magnetic battery banks aren’t everyone’s cup of tea, but it’s hard to argue wit

    The Galaxy Z Fold 8 needs battery banks that actually fit; iPhone Duo might help Magnetic battery banks aren’t everyone’s cup of tea, but it’s hard to argue with the convenience factor they deliver. Samsung’s camera design already makes these difficult on Galaxy devices, but Gala…

    LINKS 9to5google.com/…/the-galaxy-z-fold-8-need…

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