Yes, iOS 18 will include RCS support
It got about three words during the WWDC 2024 keynote
In a blink-and-you-miss-it moment during Apple's WWDC 2024 keynote, the company confirmed that the long-awaited RCS (Rich Communication Services) support will finally be coming to iOS 18. Tucked away at the end of Craig Federighi's software update presentation, this brief mention was the only acknowledgment of this significant development.
While details are scarce, the mere confirmation of RCS support is a major win for iPhone users. RCS promises to revolutionize messaging between iPhones and Android devices by enabling higher-quality media sharing, Wi-Fi messaging, read receipts, typing indicators, and most importantly, end-to-end encryption.
Apple has been hesitant to embrace RCS in the past, favoring its own iMessage platform. However, mounting pressure from Google and upcoming EU regulations have seemingly prompted this change of heart.
Unfortunately, Apple did not elaborate on how RCS will be integrated into iOS 18 or provide a timeline for its rollout. We'll have to wait for the iOS 18 beta to get a clearer picture of this highly anticipated feature.
Despite the lack of details, this announcement is a significant step towards a more unified and secure messaging experience across different platforms. Stay tuned for further updates as we delve deeper into iOS 18 and its RCS implementation.
