Google is reportedly working on new features, including cross-platform end-to-end encryption (E2EE) between Android and iPhone

The GSM Association promises end-to-end encryption is coming to the Rich Communication Services messaging standard, which will better protect communications between mobile devices.

Apple's support for RCS has finally gone live with iOS 18, enabling cross-platform messaging with advanced features. End-to-end encryption for cross-platform RCS chats appears to be in the pipeline. GSMA is working to introduce interoperable encryption for RCS chats to ensure secure messaging between Android and iOS users.