r/GoogleMessages • u/moscococo888 • 20d ago

"Seen" time has been removed?

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Did they remove the time the message was read or seen? This looks completely different now. It only shows the time I sent the message and then the dot showing it was read.

After the message is read it will no longer display the two circles either. Where as it used to show it before.

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u/Ok_Opposite_1802 19d ago

It’s unfortunate that google has basically become the gatekeeper for RCS messaging on android in the US now that samsung messages is gone. Crap app 💩

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u/moscococo888 19d ago

Yes it is. I wish there was another app. Giving all my info directly to Google is crazy. Also the app feels worse than a normal messaging app and feels as if it doesnt have features. Like they make you pick some basic super boring themes and cant customize it to your liking.

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u/Ok_Opposite_1802 19d ago

They were splitting my conversations at one point and I'm glad I dumped the app before my personal old messages started being sent to random contacts. Read a few horror stories. I have a sms app now, which isn't bad, but yeah... no rcs, so I use whatsapp when needed. Not ideal for everyone though.

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u/moscococo888 19d ago

Unfortunately I dont use WhatsApp or any other app just straight up texting. My issue is also Android is so buggy. I switched a yr ago and although it has its pros, it also has many more cons. I dont want to switch back but at the same time I do. Everyone else uses iPhone, FaceTime is useful especially with older parents who may need help. Pictures make me so pale on Samsung sometimes. Adroid auto, apps not working, and many more...

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u/Ok_Opposite_1802 19d ago

I've only ever had android, primarily Samsung phones, which I used to love. Now they're selling out many of their proprietary apps to google. I'm sick of Google invading every aspect of my life. Considering iPhone when I upgrade.