Need a better sms app

[ansa82]

I was using Verizon messages + which i really liked but they are discontinuing it and pushing the Google messages. I've been using Google messages now for a couple of weeks and I don't like it. Not nearly as good as messages +. Anyone got a recommendation of a really good texting app that's intuitive and easy to use? Thank you!!

 

[SeeBeeEss]

I would recommend that you check out Textra. However, you should know that, just like other Android messaging apps, unless and until Google opens up their protocol/API to 3rd parties, RCS will not be supported.

Textra info HERE.

 

[AndroidFanboy8]

I used TEXTRA for years. really reliable app and seemless in the android ecosystem.

 

[Mooncatt]

I'll be going back to Handcent if forced. I'm hoping the Verizon app will continue to function as a basic text app, but Handcent is my backup plan.

 

[notforhire]

I'd be sticking with Samsung Messages except for the fact that the almost daily prompts to move to Google Messages is a pain. another fun fact.....I've lost some messages in the transition. all of my messages in Samsung Messages would save to Samsung Cloud. end of the world? no. a shame and aggravating? yes.

 

[ansa82]

I would recommend that you check out Textra. However, you should know that, just like other Android messaging apps, unless and until Google opens up their protocol/API to 3rd parties, RCS will not be supported.

Textra info HERE.

Got it, thank you!!

 

[ansa82]

I'd be sticking with Samsung Messages except for the fact that the almost daily prompts to move to Google Messages is a pain. another fun fact.....I've lost some messages in the transition. all of my messages in Samsung Messages would save to Samsung Cloud. end of the world? no. a shame and aggravating? yes.

They gave me a specific date of like Nov 7 and messages + would be turned off. So is regular Verizon messages staying on or are they turning that off as well?

 

[notforhire]

They gave me a specific date of like Nov 7 and messages + would be turned off. So is regular Verizon messages staying on or are they turning that off as well?

I'm unlocked with AT&T...couldn't say