Apple confirms iOS 26.5 Messages app adds RCS end-to-end encryption
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- #RCS Encryption
- #Apple Messaging
- #iOS Update
- iOS 26.5 RC introduces RCS end-to-end encryption (beta) in the Messages app for better Android-iPhone messaging security.
- Apple will list carriers supporting RCS encryption on a webpage before the public launch, with rollout over time.
- The feature was previously in iOS 26.4 beta but removed pre-launch; its inclusion in iOS 26.5 was suspected and now confirmed.
- RCS messaging enhances green bubble conversations with iMessage-style features and improved privacy.
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