Google is reportedly blocking the RCS messaging on rooted devices.
Users also reported that they are unable to properly use RCS on their devices.
Messages app is showing that the user is connected to RCS but they are unable to send or receive the RCS messages.
If you have been using rooted or bootloader-unlocked Android devices, I have some bad news for you as Google has become more vigilant and has blocked some of its features on rooted smartphones. Google is now reportedly blocking the RCS messaging (Rich Communication Services) system on such devices. Read along to know all the details.
9to5Google reported this first and revealed that Google has pulled plugs on RCS on rooted or bootloader-unlocked Android devices. Users also reported that they are unable to properly use RCS on their devices and some have been facing this issue since late 2023. For the uninitiated, RCS provides users with a richer experience when using Google messages.
Also read: RCS messaging for Android: What is it and how to use it?
What’s happening now is that even though the Messages app is showing that the user is connected to RCS, they are unable to send or receive the RCS messages on their rooted smartphones. For some users, the messages also seem to disappear after hitting the send button. There isn’t any error message either to confirm that RCS is not working because they have rooted their devices. Users took to Reddit to share their problems.
On the issue, 9to5Mac confirmed that Google is indeed putting restrictions on such devices using RCS to prevent spam and ensure compliance with RCS’ “operating measures”. A Google spokesperson also told Android Central that blocking RCS on these devices is an integral action in to fight against spam and fraud.
Also read: After Google, Samsung urges Apple to adopt RCS messaging
Now it is not the first time such a move has been made. Rooted devices have already faced compatibility issues when it comes to apps such as Google Wallet and other banking apps. The devices face troubles as they cannot pass the Play Integrity API test.
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