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is testing a new UI for the"view details" information available on the Google Messages app. This was discovered when cin a recent beta update of the Google Messages app for Android . Currently, a long-press on a message in the app will show you information about that particular message.
The info you'll see now includes the date and time a message has been sent and received, the phone numbers of the sender and the recipient, and whether the message was sent over SMS or RCS . Android Authority was able to open the new UI for"view details" and discovered that the feature offers more information following the update. The new UI shows the message you're getting all of this information from in the top half of the"view details" page along with any emoji reactions to the message. Google Messages app old view details UI on the left with the new UI in the middle and at right. | Image credit-Android Authority The bottom half of the page will show more data including the contact names and profile pictures of the sender and recipient of the message. Read receipts are shown so you can see who actually read the message and didn't just receive it. If the message you're viewing the details of is a response to another message, you'll also see that as well. From the"view details" page you can tap on a contact's profile picture and you'll be able to call, or text the contact and view his/her profile information. The bottom line is that the new"view details" page is a little more useful with the additional information that users will hopefully see soon. Keep in mind that just because the changes being made to the Google Messages app can be enabled now, it doesn't mean that we should expect to seeto do so. Besides offering the"view details" feature, the app supports RCS allowing you to receive read receipts, send and receive high-quality images and video, see typing indicators, and more when messaging an iOS user.Follow us on social media to catch the latest trending stories, watch exclusive videos, and join the conversation with our vibrant community! Alan, an ardent smartphone enthusiast and a veteran writer at PhoneArena since 2009, has witnessed and chronicled the transformative years of mobile technology. Owning iconic phones from the original iPhone to the iPhone 15 Pro Max, he has seen smartphones evolve into a global phenomenon. Beyond smartphones, Alan has covered the emergence of tablets, smartwatches, and smart speakers.A discussion is a place, where people can voice their opinion, no matter if it is positive, neutral or negative. However, when posting, one must stay true to the topic, and not just share some random thoughts, which are not directly related to the matter.Multiple accounts - one person can have only one accountModeration is done by humans. We try to be as objective as possible and moderate with zero bias. If you think a post should be moderated - please, report it.T-Mobile and Metro announce iPhone 16e"on Us" dealsAT&T iPhone 16 upgrade fiasco serves as a reminder to double check details before switching phonesGrab the JBL Live 770NC at a new record-low price with this huge 43% discountBose fans, rejoice: the latest premium QuietComfort headphones are now a true bargain
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