Google Brings Native Video Calling to Default Texting App

Google is working on adding native video calling to its default texting app, Google Messages. This feature will use the RCS protocol and allow users to start video chats directly from their text threads.

New internal code reveals that developers are building in support for native video calling over the RCS protocol. The code includes warning messages and buttons related to video calls, indicating that the company is taking serious steps toward releasing it.

The foundation for this update comes from the recent release of Universal Profile 4.0 for the messaging standard. This new framework officially supports video calling across various devices and networks.