Google Messages Crashing Bug Affects Galaxy Users, Workaround Available
by Binay Konwar | Aug 8, 2025 | News, Samsung Apps
If you are using the beta version of Google Messages on your Galaxy smartphone, you might want to steer clear of the latest update. It looks like a strange bug is causing the app to crash shortly after launch, specifically on devices running Android 16 (and 16 QPR1)....
Google Rolls Out Redesigned Chat Details Page in Messages App
by Binay Konwar | Jul 30, 2025 | News, Samsung Apps
Google has rolled out an update for its Messages app with a redesigned chat details page. The new version brings the Material 3 Expressive design language to the page for an enhanced user experience. The update should arrive on all Galaxy devices globally in the...
Google Begins Testing Cross-Platform MLS Encryption in Messages
by Binay Konwar | Jul 17, 2025 | News, Samsung Apps
While RCS in Google Messages already offers end-to-end encryption (E2EE), it only works when both users are on the same platform. However, that’s set to change with the introduction of Messaging Layer Security (MLS). Google has recently begun testing this new...
Google Addresses Messages App Complaints with Split Camera and Gallery Access
by Binay Konwar | Jul 15, 2025 | News, Samsung Apps
Google continues to improve the user experience of its Messages app through regular updates. However, some users did not like the recent change that combined the camera and gallery interfaces, resulting in multiple complaints. The company now appears to have addressed...