Google is reportedly making changes to the settings inside Google Messages, quietly removing the ability to manage Rich Communication Services (RCS) on a per-contact basis. Previously, users had the flexibility to enable or disable advanced chat features for specific individual threads.
With these controls being phased out, Android users are left with a simpler but more restrictive setup. RCS functionality must now be handled globally, meaning users have to keep the standard turned on across the entire application or disable it completely for everyone.
While the move could streamline the settings menu and make messaging behavior more predictable for the average user, it limits flexibility for those who prefer falling back to SMS or MMS for specific conversations.
For an in-depth breakdown of the update, check the original coverage on XDA Developers for full details.
