Samsung Messages has just been killed off, forcing loyal users to make the switch to Google Messages, and not everyone…
- Samsung Messages has been killed off to make room for Google Messages
- Right now it's just affecting US users, but a wider shutdown is likely to happen
- We recommend making Google Messages your default SMS service
After months of waiting, the dreaded day for Android users arrived: Samsung Messages has finally been shut down for good as of July 6.
The Korean tech company announced its decision to axe its messaging service for Galaxy Phones and tablets in April, with Google Messages taking over as the new default communication platform for devices released in 2022 and onwards.
Samsung stopped installing its flagship messaging platform on devices in 2024, so if you’re using the Galaxy S26 Ultra, for example, Google Messages will already be installed.
So what happens now?
At the moment, Samsung Messages’ demise is only impacting users in the US, according to recent reports. According to SamMobile...
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