Google Messages Update: Changing How Dual-SIM Users Text
Imagine sending a text to a friend, but before hitting send, you need to select which SIM card to use. An upcoming update to Google Messages for Android is about to make this convenient feature a little less user-friendly. Let’s delve into the upcoming changes and what they mean for dual-SIM users.
Key Changes in the Google Messages Update:
- Elimination of SIM Selector in Compose Section:
- Currently, users can conveniently select the SIM card for sending messages directly from the compose box in Google Messages.
- The app even remembers your selection for future messages to the same contact.
- However, Google is planning to remove this handy feature, adding an extra step to the process of selecting a SIM card for texting individual contacts.
- Shifting SIM Selection to Conversation Details:
- In the new update, the option to change the SIM card for individual conversations will now reside in the conversation details section.
- This change means that the SIM swap icon in the compose section will no longer be available.
- The modification only applies to individual conversations, not the entire Google Messages app.
Implications of the Update:
While these changes may seem minor, they will impact the user experience for dual-SIM users. Selecting a SIM card for texting individual contacts will now require an additional step, as the previously convenient SIM icon in the compose section will disappear. Instead, users will receive a prompt indicating which SIM the message is being sent from.
Maintaining Control Over SIM Selection:
Users can still set a default SIM card for texting, which will apply to all conversations within Google Messages. This setting can be adjusted in the app’s settings under Network & Internet > Calls & SMS > SMS. Alternatively, users can choose to select a SIM card each time they send a message by opting for “Ask every time.”
In Conclusion:
The upcoming Google Messages update will alter how dual-SIM users interact with the app, introducing a slightly more complex process for selecting SIM cards when texting individual contacts. While the changes aim to streamline the user experience, some users may find the elimination of the SIM selector in the compose section less convenient. As the update rolls out, users are encouraged to explore their options for managing SIM selection within the app.
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