Animated Emoji Reactions Are Coming to Google Messages

Google is bringing a burst of life to its Messages app with the introduction of animated emoji reactions, injecting conversations with vibrancy and expressiveness.

The feature, initially spotted in the beta version of Google Messages by AssembleDebug, allows users to react to messages using animated emojis by simply long-pressing on a message and choosing the desired emoji. The selected emoji then appears above the message, accompanied by a charming animation that adds a playful touch to the interaction.

Google Message to add some new animations for message reactions 🎉

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These are not your usual animated emoji reactions which you may have in Google Messages, this is something similar to message reactions in Telegram.#Google #Android pic.twitter.com/bPOLexnX5m
— AssembleDebug (@AssembleDebug) November 23, 2023

This latest feature in Google Messages isn’t just about sprucing up communication; it underscores the company’s continuous efforts to enhance the messaging experience and encourage the adoption of Rich Communication Services (RCS).

RCS provides a suite of features, including read receipts, typing indicators, and group chats with more than ten participants, making it a more comprehensive messaging solution compared to traditional SMS.

Apple’s recent decision to embrace RCS represents a notable advancement in the messaging landscape. With RCS support, Google Messages is poised to send RCS messages to iPhones, further solidifying its position as a preferred choice for users.