Verizon blocks messages in old Message+ app

Verizon is shutting down Message+ in favor of Google Messages
Message+ was for a long time the default messaging app for Verizon customers. However, to support a more open messaging service, Verizon is urging users to move to Google Messages
Verizon blocks messages in old Message+ app as it pushes users to Google Messages
The day has arrived, as Verizon has officially shut down its Message+ app on Android in favor of Google Messages, but users aren’t happy about the change, especially as the old app has blocked access to messages entirely.
Google Messages gets "Your Profile" feature: Here’s what it means for users
Google Messages is introducing a new "Your profile" feature, allowing users to personalize their displayed name and profile picture. This feature offers privacy controls, letting users choose who sees their profile information: contacts,
Don't fear Google Messages, sad Verizon Messages+ users told
Verizon decided to delay shutting down its beloved Message+ app last month, but the new kill-off date of December 9 is almost here. Verizon recommends that Android users switch over to Google Messages,
Verizon Kills Its Messaging Apps—Try These Instead
Verizon has now deleted an FAQ about its discontinued Message+ and Verizon Messages apps. Verizon has said the apps would be fully shut down by today, though a quick search shows the Message+ app is still listed on Apple's App Store.
PSA: Today’s the last day to ditch Verizon’s messaging app for Google Messages
If you want to enjoy RCS-powered messaging on Android, Google Messages is your only option. Samsung is phasing out its Samsung Messages app in favor of Google's solution. Even Ver
PSA: Verizon Message Plus shuts down today, time to switch to replacement apps
Verizon will fully discontinue its Message Plus app today. The carrier recommends that Android users should move to Google Messages.
Warning As Gmail Messages Disappear—Here’s The Fix From Google
As Gmail messages vanish into the ether, Google insiders provide the fix for email senders—here’s what you need to know.
Google Messages Aren't Always End-to-End Encrypted
Google advertises that conversations on its platform, Google Messages, are end-to-end encrypted. While this is often true, ...
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Google Messages putting American users at risk, report claims
With Verizon retiring its proprietary app and AT&T and, to some extent, Samsung planning to do the same to encourage Google ...
Google gives redesigning the Messages text box yet another try
Google is once again tinkering with the look of the text field. The redesign is starting to roll out for the beta version of ...
Google’s RCS Nightmare—Why You Need A New App
Rather like a slow motion train crash, while Apple’s long-awaited adoption of RCS was quickly celebrated by Google, no sooner had it launched than it was being criticized for its awkward security ...
Google Messages will help you thwart ads and spam in a future update
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Feds urge people to encrypt messages: how do we do that?
The FBI and others are now recommending that Americans send encrypted messages while texting or emailing someone. This comes ...
Google Chat wants to make it easier to find the most important messages
Collaboration is a big part of the Google Chat experience, with spaces being the preferred choice for large groups of people ...