Android's stock texting app now includes anti-spam safeguardsThe Messages upgrade is rolling out to some users.By J. Fingas, 12.29.2018
Rumor claims Google Hangouts will shut down in 2020 (updated)Reset the clock.By R. Lawler, 11.30.2018
Google is testing Android Messages integration on Chrome OSYou'll have to have access to Chrome OS' dev channel, though.By M. Moon, 10.23.2018
Google is resurrecting blob emoji againThe cute 'lil guys are back as a sticker pack for Gboard and Messages. By T. Seppala, 07.17.2018
Google will plug 'Chat' into Android to compete with iMessageInstead of another app, Chat is the SMS replacement we've been waiting for.By R. Lawler, 04.19.2018
Businesses tap Google's RCS for more useful text messagesThe company now has more than 40 device makers and carriers onboard with the protocol.By R. LeFebvre, 02.22.2018
Google team will bring Smart Replies to more chat appsFire off a quick answer in Hangouts, Facebook Messenger and beyond.By J. Fingas, 02.13.2018
Google explores texting from your browserA new APK teardown also shows payments and "smart reply" features.By S. Dent, 02.09.2018
Android Messages adds Smart Replies for Project Fi usersBut not for users with other carriers, surprisingly.By D. Lumb, 01.24.2018
Google kills Talk so Hangouts may liveIt still has more chat services than it knows what to do with.By A. Dalton, 03.24.2017