Samsung is ending its Messages app — what you need to do before July

If you use Samsung Messages, you may need to switch soon. Here's what to know before the app stops working.

XChat, X’s standalone messaging app, launching soon with these features

XChat, the standalone messaging app from X, now has a release date. X’s new iPhone and iPad app will arrive in one week. An ...

Samsung is discontinuing its texting app, tells impacted users to switch to Google Messages

Samsung is saying goodbye its namesake texting app. According to an end of service announcement published on the tech giant’s ...
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Samsung Messages is going away, so here are 5 the best messaging alternatives

Here are the best messaging apps to replace Samsung Messages before it shuts down.

X to Launch Standalone Messaging App ‘XChat’ on April 17 with Privacy-Focused Features

XChat launches April 17 with encrypted messaging, disappearing chats, screenshot blocking, and large group support, signaling X’s strong push into private communication.

X's messaging app, XChat, may be available soon

XChat is now on the App Store, where its listing says that it’s expected to be available for download on April 17. This isn’t ...

iOS 26.5 Release Date: When Your iPhone Gets Its Biggest Messaging Upgrade Ever

The encrypted messaging update is the most important change and could arrive as soon as iOS 26.5. Apple announced in the ...

Samsung to Shut Down Its Messaging App, Switch to Google Messages in July

Samsung will discontinue its Messages app in July 2026, pushing users to Google Messages with RCS, AI, and security upgrades.

Popular Text Messaging App Shutting Down In Months: What To Know

Samsung is ending its messaging app, requiring most users to switch to Google Messages to keep texting on their devices.The ...

Samsung is discontinuing its texting app, urges users to switch to Google Messages

According to an end-of-service announcement published on the tech giant’s US support website, Samsung Messages will be ...