Samsung Messages ending? What Android owners must know

Samsung is phasing out Samsung Messages by July 2026 in the U.S. and pushing Google Messages, but scam texts are targeting confused Galaxy phone owners.

Samsung Killing Own Messages App in July 2026, Pushes Users To Rarely Used 'Google Messages'

Samsung will phase out its native Messages application in July 2026, marking the end of a first-party app that has been part ...

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Samsung to discontinue its messaging app

Samsung said users can check their app for the exact date for when service will go offline.
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The 5 Best Messaging Apps For Android In 2026

Messaging and social media apps, including WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal, and Instagram displayed on a smartphone screen. - Thrive Studios ID/Shutterstock The freedom that an Android phone offers ...