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Act Now: Samsung Messages Deactivates This July
26 Apr
Summary
- Samsung's legacy messaging app will be deactivated in July 2026.
- Users must switch to Google Messages for continued service.
- Older Galaxy Watches on Tizen OS may lose full conversation history.
Samsung is set to deactivate its legacy messaging app in July 2026, requiring all users to migrate to Google Messages. This mandatory switch is to ensure continued functionality for sending and receiving texts on Galaxy devices. Samsung has been transitioning towards Google Messages since 2021, with newer models like the Galaxy S26 already using it by default.
The migration to Google Messages offers enhanced features, including Rich Communication Services (RCS) for improved texting experiences like typing indicators and higher-quality media sharing. It also provides AI-driven spam detection and multi-device access. Users on Android 11 or lower are not directly affected by the deactivation but are still encouraged to switch.
However, users with older Galaxy Watches running on Samsung's Tizen operating system will face limitations, potentially losing access to their full conversation history, as these watches are incompatible with Google Messages. Newer WearOS models, such as the Galaxy Watch 4 and later, will retain full access.
