THE Apple continues to reject the implementation of the protocol RCS (rich CCommunications service) that would considerably improve the dynamics and content of SMS messages exchanged between smartphones. Android and phones ios, you iPhone from Cupertino.
Having successfully implemented the RCS standard in Android messaging, Google continues to push for the adoption of this communications standard. To that end, we now see a Google executive reaching out to the Cupertino giant and its iOS phones.
Android exec leaves advice to Apple and its iOS smartphones
First, we can consider the RCS standard as the future of SMS messaging. The differences between the two patterns were explained here on a previous occasion and in an article dedicated to 4gnews. This adoption turns out to be gradual but consistent throughout the world.
By the way, it should be noted that the RCS standard is currently present in most Android smartphones, but an obstacle remains, however. The Cupertino giant refuses to adhere to this new protocol on its iOS phones, Apple’s iPhone.
It should also be noted that this standard is currently supported by many industry giants, in addition to operators in various countries such as the United States of America. As such, there are few excuses left to support Apple’s position.
Apple continues to rely primarily on the iMessage service
The appeal has now been launched by executive Hiroshi Lockheimer, one of the best ranks of Android within Google after a well-known golfer was the only one who did not use the iMessage service when not using an iPhone. However, between Android devices, compatible with RCS and iOS devices, without this compatibility, there is content that ends up lost between platforms.
The problem, by the way, is recognized by the Cupertino giant, on the support page. By the way, Apple notes “If you are not using iMessage, you can use SMS / MMS. These messages are messages and photos that you send to other mobile phones or another iPhone, iPad or iPod touch. SMS / MMS messages are not encrypted and appear in green speech bubbles on the device “.
Differences in the presentation of SMS content between Android and iOS
Apple’s adoption of RCS would represent a magnanimous step toward harmonizing communications between the two operating systems. Until now, we continue to have different user experiences depending on the platform used.
The problem is not verified, however, if they use third-party services such as WhatsApp, Telegram or Signal, for example. Finally, for now there are no predictions or indications that point to a new attitude from Apple towards the RCS.
We continue to hope for a more harmonious future between the two systems.