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 DevicesGuruFocus: Government AI Contracts Could Provide Google Strategic Revenue Beyond AdvertisingGoogle Testing Dedicated Gemini App for Mac with Desktop Intelligence FeatureFitbit Personal Health Coach Gets Medical Records Integration, Enhanced Sleep Tracking, and CGM ConnectivityAndroid Canary 2603 Build Introduces App Lock, Chat Bubbles, and Redesigned Screen Recorder