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Samsung Messages supports RCS on Galaxy S25

Starting in 2022, Samsung has started shifting from Samsung Messages to Google Messages for Galaxy smartphones. Following this, the app stopped supporting RCS with some network carriers in the US. Now, here report that Samsung Messages has once again started supporting RCS on the Galaxy S25 series, despite Samsung having gone all-in on Google Messages a while back.
According to information, Samsung Messages supports RCS on Galaxy S25 series smartphones running on T-Mobile and Verizon. You can see the image below, the pop-up shown by the app asks you to turn on RCS, which indicates that it is using Google’s RCS performance.
Since the Galaxy S25 series has already started shipping in the US and will be gradually released in more countries, Galaxy S25 series owners can check if the RCS option is available by installing Samsung Messages from the Galaxy Store.
However, this option is not available on the Galaxy S24 series and older devices, Galaxy S25 Ultra owners can check if the Rich Communication Services option is available by installing Samsung Messages from the Galaxy Store or Play Store.
Meanwhile, the RCS option may likely roll out on the Galaxy S24 series or older smartphones when the Korean tech giant starts releasing the stable One UI 7 update.
This is certainly great news for those who prefer Samsung Messages over Google’s offering. But it’s a confusing change to the trend we’ve been seeing for the past few years in many ways.
RCS feature is available on Samsung Messages on Galaxy S25 series with version number v15.7.02.15. you can get it on your eligible devices on Galaxy Store.
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Samsung unlocks new Good Lock app features for flagship devices

Samsung is rolling out a new update for the One UI Good Lock app, which is full of interesting features for flagship devices. Alongside useful add-ons, the Korean tech giant is improving the overall performance and stability aspects of the app.
Good Lock is an app that helps you customize your Galaxy phone by giving you control over features like the home screen, quick settings, and other system settings. According to the changelog, Samsung has improved the visibility of updated apps under Good Lock, which means you don’t have to figure out which ones are new or updated; everything is clear.
Samsung Good Lock app is getting a new update on Galaxy devices with version 3.0.12.2. This update brings improvements to make the app work better and more smoothly.
The Korean phone maker keeps on updating its apps and services to offer a reliable app experience. It also fixes app freezing, crashing, and lagging issues and seeds them with the latest enhancements. The Good Lock app is no exception in this case.
According to the details, Samsung has shared improvements and features for the One UI Good Lock app and has begun rolling out this update to the flagship handsets.
Users of the Samsung devices can install the latest update of the Good Lock app through Galaxy Store >>Menu option >> Updates. If you have received the Samsung Good Lock 3.0.12.2 update, download it now to enjoy enhanced features.
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One UI 7 Home Up update support Fold and Tablet devices

Several Samsung Galaxy devices are already compatible with the One UI 7 Home Up support, while Galaxy Fold and Tablet devices are still undergoing testing for full support. Samsung has recently rolled out a new update for its Home Up Good Lock module with version 16.0.00.82 on One UI 7 devices.
This Samsung’s new One UI 7 Home Up update includes a significant improvement, including Fold and Tablet support in addition to new DIY home features.
According to the changelog, the new update expands One UI 7 Home Up support to Galaxy Fold and tablet devices, which were previously not fully compatible with this Good Lock app. Apart from support, the update includes general bug fixes to improve the stability and performance of the app.
Home Up is a Samsung Good Lock module for home screen customization. It helps users manage their home screen more effectively. Also, you can customize your Galaxy phone’s home screen without even opening the Home Up app, as some of its settings will be available in the One UI Home app launcher.
Now, the new update makes the app more useful and stable on your Fold and Tab devices. You can easily update the app, just open the Galaxy Store, tap on the menu button, and go to the Updates section to find Home Up. You can also open the Good Lock app and update it from there.
If you use Home Up often, it’s important to install version 16.0.00.82 to enjoy a smoother and more reliable experience.
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Samsung Phone App with One UI 8 gets Widget support

Samsung One UI 8 is set to come to Galaxy devices with a new design and animations. Meanwhile, a report says that One UI 8 is set to bring widget support to the Samsung Phone app for personalization.
On online forums, some rumors claim that Samsung is set to launch Android 7-based One UI 7 along with the next-generation foldable phones, Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 16, in July. The Korean tech giant is expected to release the One UI 7 beta program for the Galaxy S25 series and some more eligible flagships soon. Samsung is also planning to launch the Galaxy S26 series with One UI 8.5.
The latest update includes a widget for Samsung phones, as spotted by a reliable tipster. The widget has been modified to make it more functional and user-friendly to make it easier to search and find what you need.

The One UI 8 Samsung Phone app widget adjusts to your preferred light or dark display settings. The header mentioned “Recents” and the subsequent section shows the three most recent calls, that too with the respective types like outgoing, incoming, and missed through icons.
Also, the Recent Calls widget default layout includes two options within the widgets section, including 2×2 and 4×2. As per the report, you can stack the widgets, but there is no customisation section right now.
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