The Google Messages app is currently undergoing significant changes. Soon, there will be symbols that let you know when a message has been read. New ringing tones and reaction emojis will also be added.

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You might have noticed some changes to Google Messages if you use an Android smartphone. The symbol and a few other aspects of the RCS messaging application’s design have been altered.

There will be further advancements. In the coming days and weeks, Google Messages will gladly accept additional features. The user experience is significantly improved by a series of little changes that, considered individually, do not significantly alter the game.

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Compared to the archaic SMS format, the RCS protocol enables Google to be far more versatile with regards to communications. Reactions can be added to SMS, much like they are on other apps like WhatsApp or Messengers.

On Messages, you can now respond with seven different emoticons. The upcoming version includes a Plus button that provides access to all of the listed emojis.

Furthermore, a “seen” system will be implemented, according to Android Police. A small ticked bubble will appear at the bottom of the screen as soon as you send a message.

When it arrives at its destination, it will be accompanied by another. Both bubbles turn green when the message is read. A system reminiscent of WhatsApp that allows you to know exactly where you are in a conversation.

How to enable RCS in Google Messages

If you don’t already have the app, you can get it for free.
In the top right corner, tap the three dots.
Select Settings from the menu.
Tap Chat features
Enter the phone number
Tap Continue. Source: Android Central

Last but not least, Google has reworked the application’s sounds when it is open. New, more discrete and shorter ringtones are included in the middle of a conversation, definitively replacing the old ones.
This “pop” can be heard whenever a message is sent or received. In short, Google is constantly working but gradually to improve its service.
These enhancements may appear entirely anecdotal when viewed in isolation, but they help to make Messages much more interesting to use.