Evidence40%Reported
FactIn ProgressProduct·March 22, 2026
Google Messages Rolling Out Multiple New Features Including Real-Time Location Sharing, @Mentions, and Encrypted RCS with iPhone
Google Messages is rolling out several new features in March 2026 including real-time location sharing powered by Find Hub, @mentions in group RCS chats, Gemini-powered Scam Detection, edit history, and is testing end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging between Android and iPhone (as of iOS 26.4 beta 2).
Evidence Strength
Evidence40%Reported
Based on trade press
Single publisher source
Insights
First tracked
March 22, 2026
Last updated
March 22, 2026
Sources
1 source
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What new Google Messages features are rolling out [March 2026]9To5Google·Mar 22
Evidence Strength
Evidence40%Reported
Based on trade press
Single publisher source
Insights
First tracked
March 22, 2026
Last updated
March 22, 2026
Sources
1 source
Related Developments
Gemini Nano-Powered Scam Detection Shipping on Flagship Android DevicesGoogle Launches 'Stitch' AI-Powered Design Tool, Pressuring FigmaAndroid 17 Canary Build Introduces Redesigned Screen Recording UIGoogle Announces Mandatory 24-Hour Waiting Period for Android App SideloadingGoogle Expands Pentagon AI Partnerships After Anthropic Setback