iPhones come up with a bunch of features to make the lives of the users a little easier. While some can be accessed easily, some things can be tricky as well. In today’s guide we will discuss how one can switch an SMS to an RCS message on an iPhone. We will also talk about what exactly an RCS message is and how it is different from an SMS. So, let us begin!
What is an RCS message?
RCS stands for ‘Rich Communication Services’ and has been made available by some versions of iPhone and Android. Using it has several perks, including fast speed, hassle-free sharing and even emergency contacting. This messaging service allows the users to send messages over even Mobile data and Wi-Fi. Tech experts call it more secure and a more popular method of sending messages on a phone in the present times.
Perks of using RCS messages
There are various benefits of using RCS messaging over normal SMS. Let us look at some of them here –
- If the users are using Google messages, they are provided with strong encryption on both ends.
- The users can even send high-resolution media including images and videos via RCS.
- They allow you to send messages in the availability of a low network, in case you are connected to a decent Wi-Fi. Thus, really good for areas of low network.
How to switch from SMS to RCS on an iPhone?
Follow these steps if you want to switch from SMS to RCS while using an iPhone –
- The first step for you to do is to update to iOS 18. It is not available on iPhones for versions below iOS 18.
- Open settings on your iPhone.
- Click on Apps and then Messages.Â
- Tap on the RCS messaging right below the Text messaging option.
- You can simply switch the toggle from an SMS to RCS from here.
Now when you send a message to somebody, they will receive an RCS message instead of an SMS. This will be speedier and with high resolutions to enhance the experience for both the users sitting on both the ends of the screen. And you both will know that it is an RCS message.
Is RCS better than SMS?
This is a much-asked question, and equally important. And to answer it honestly, we’ll have to go back to the section of perks of RCS over mere SMS.
With enhanced security, strong encryption, faster speed and a lot more, a lot of iPhone users are switching to using RCS messages. You can keep the settings changed for as long as you want and even change it back to SMS whenever you feel like it. If you have strong Wi-Fi or cellular data available, then using RCS is easier and honestly, a better option. Thus, we can say, that most people have a good experience using it, and in most cases, it is better than SMS, especially for iPhone users.
If you too want to switch your SMS settings to RCS, just follow the steps mentioned in the guide.
