With the second beta of iOS 18 released yesterday, Apple added an RCS toggle, but RCS messaging did not work at that time. Support for RCS now appears to be rolling out, based on reports from iOS 18 users.
Some testers with iOS 18 installed have confirmed that they are able to send RCS messages to Android users, with RCS features available. Texts based on RCS instead of SMS/MMS are designated with an RCS label.
RCS, or Rich Communication Services, allows iPhone and Android users to exchange higher quality photos and videos, audio messages and larger file sizes. Features like read receipts and real-time input indicators are also supported, with a full list of what’s new available below.
- Support for higher resolution photos and videos.
- Support for larger file sizes and file sharing.
- Audio messages.
- Cross-platform emoji reactions.
- Real-time strike indicators.
- Read receipts.
- Ability to send messages via cellular or Wi-Fi (SMS is cellular only). There is no charge to send a RCS message over Wi-Fi.
- Improved group chats.
RCS messages can be enabled in the Messages section of the Settings app and are enabled by default. Currently, RCS messaging is only available to those in the United States who have a carrier that supports RCS. T-Mobile, AT&T, and Verizon users running iOS 18 should have the RCS toggle available, but those with MVNOs and smaller carriers won’t be able to use the feature yet.
Not all iOS 18 users with T-Mobile, AT&T, and Verizon see RCS enabled, so it appears support is still rolling out.
iOS 18 is currently available in beta and is limited to developers. RCS will be available to all iOS 18 users when the software launches to the public this fall.
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