RCS-enhanced iMessage in iOS 18 still has security issues when adding Android users

Apple's adoption of the RCS protocol in iOS 18 has improved communications in iMessage between users of iPhones and Android, but some security issues remain. Apple and Google are working together to fix them.RCS messaging is now available on Apple devices running iOS 18, et al.Apple's adoption of RCS in iOS 18 will not change the 'green bubble' status of Android messages on iPhone, but behind the scenes the update has brought a number of improvements. Videos, GIFs, and photos sent in messages between the two platforms now retain their original quality level, for example.iPhone users also now see when an Android user you're in a chat with is typing, prior to their finished message appearing, and they will see the same when you're typing. Read receipts and delivery notifications between platforms now work as they have done when chatting with iPhone users. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums