Does the new samsung messaging app work with imessage

The new Samsung messaging app, called "Samsung Messages" or "Samsung Messages by Google", is a rebranded version of the Google Messages app that comes pre-installed on some Samsung devices. While it's designed to work with various messaging platforms, including SMS, MMS, and RCS (Rich Communication Services), its compatibility with iMessage (Apple's proprietary messaging service) is limited.

Here's what you need to know:

  1. iMessage compatibility: Samsung Messages does not natively support iMessage, which means you won't be able to send or receive iMessages directly from the app. This is because iMessage is exclusive to Apple devices and requires a specific setup to work.
  2. SMS/MMS fallback: When you try to send a message to an iPhone user, Samsung Messages will automatically fall back to SMS or MMS (depending on the recipient's device and network capabilities). This means you'll still be able to send and receive text messages, but they won't be iMessages.
  3. RCS support: Samsung Messages does support RCS (Rich Communication Services), which is a next-generation messaging protocol that allows for more advanced features like group chats, file sharing, and read receipts. However, RCS is not the same as iMessage, and it may not work seamlessly with iMessage users.
  4. Workaround: If you want to send iMessages to iPhone users, you'll need to use a third-party messaging app that supports iMessage, such as Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, or Signal. Alternatively, you can use the Messages app on your iPhone to send iMessages to Samsung users.

In summary, while Samsung Messages is a capable messaging app, it doesn't natively support iMessage. If you need to communicate with iPhone users, you may need to use a different messaging app or fall back to SMS/MMS.