Google Messages is blocking RCS texts on rooted Android phones

Rooting an Android phone is no longer as popular as it was a few years ago. Plus, if you root your phone now, you will run into several issues, like Google Wallet and banking apps not working, as the device will fail the Play Integrity API test. It makes sense for Google to block banking apps and payment functionality on rooted phones for safety and security reasons. But the company is now taking things a step further and has started blocking RCS from working in Google Messages on rooted or bootloader unlocked Android devices.

Rajesh Pandey

Entirely expected, but no less unconscionable. Banking applications, government ID services, and now even messaging platforms - all entirely crucial functions in the very fabric of society and government that we're just handing over to two ruthless abusive companies. It's simply no longer possible to function in many modern societies without having either a blessed Android device, or an iPhone, since any other platform will often lock you out of crucial functionality that you need to function in today's world.

If there was ever anything the European Union should be fighting against, it's this.