Native Messenger 1MB text limitations

What is RCS Messaging, and How Does It Work? | Digital Trends

In the U.S., T-Mobile and AT&T have implemented versions of RCS that only work on their respective networks; they don't conform to the Universal Profile. Sprint's does, but it isn't available on all devices.
"A big question mark is whether carriers will move at a reasonable speed to create interoperability," Shirey said. "We haven't seen much activity here."

https://www.androidcentral.com/google-making-it-easier-carriers-communicate-over-rcs

GSMA Announces Version 2 of the RCS Universal Profile Standard

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What is RCS Messaging, and How Does It Work? | Digital Trends 
In the U.S., T-Mobile and AT&T have implemented versions of RCS that only work on their respective networks; they don't conform to the Universal Profile. Sprint's does, but it isn't available on all devices.
"A big question mark is whether carriers will move at a reasonable speed to create interoperability," Shirey said. "We haven't seen much activity here."
https://www.androidcentral.com/google-making-it-easier-carriers-communicate-over-rcs 
GSMA Announces Version 2 of the RCS Universal Profile Standard 

Look at the dates. July 2017 that was printed and there still no available APIs which makes it harder to work with and have to work with proprietary 3rd party applications.  So that is a moot argument right now.  Also T-Mobile pushed their own version out sometime in 2013-2014 I don't remember exactly when.  Also like I said T-Mobile open sourced there's and OFFERED it to the world which no one took and T-Mobile was the first carrier to push out RCS even if it was their own.

I also further explained Google's Jibe uses a lot of T-Mobiles own code, and even T-Mobile is working on pushing out Jibe support on their network by end of 2017 including Samsungs version.  T-Mobile is doing this because there isn't a finished standard and that's all they can do to offer better interloping support.  I believe the rest of the world still hasn't even adopted any standard to date because well just look at how many are out there.

Current implementations of RCS goes through the IMS protocol with allows any data to not count towards data buckets.  With limitations to maximum bandwidth for "network" optimizations, and data caps this should matter to people.  The previous baby versions which you may try to elude to went through data channels and counted towards your data, and I have used them before and you had to find people and convince them to install them and that's why they don't catch on.  Much like Allo/Duo, Hangouts, and such only catch the techies and not normal users.

So it's coming to T-Mobile and T-Mobile will use whatever is available until one standard wins the world at the end.  So just some more information on it.  Now pay attention to some of your articles talking about late 2017 API's will be finalized.  Then look at the response.  Sems like T-Mobile is waiting for things to be finalized before implementing it.  That's just my opinion.  https://twitter.com/TMobileHelp/status/902574344970186752

that is an absolutely fabulous answer. However, the sheer magnitude of it probably would scare away most wouldbie switchers.  Texting is basic, we take it for granted yes, never would have thought to even ask this question. The fact that its still basic texting 15 years later, says a lot.

Since I wrote this post, I have run into android people and asked them about texting issues and well its a secondary method of communication and they use VR instead of keyboard.  I have a tmobile Iphone buddy that has no issues with his Iphone 7 on Tmobile. We text a lot especially when skiing or socializing or traveling. Bottom line is if you're a sms oriented person forget about Android/Google/Samsung axis.

I have also witnessed with many screen prints as evidence a lot of woes on my Android/samsung with social media apps while having many others open.  This is a pristine samsung 7 with no custom apps of any kind having these issues. Conclusion: live with it until the Iphone 8 comes out and prices of the iph7 drop. Anyone want a Samsung 7 cheap!!

Download Textra  It's free and doesn't have a size limitation.

L2Android you Iphone Scrub

All these answers to a simple question that could have been resolved in 2 simple words.

"Download Textra"

*edited to soften language - Marissa

I recently switched from AT&T to TMO and find this issues almost a deal breaker for me .I have been a long time Android user and never had this problem on AT&T using the stock messaging app. I downloaded Textra which solved this problem but creates 2 others. Textra doesn't support Android auto and I can no longer read my texts on my Garmin watch.

AT&T has the same file size restrictions. You can check their knowledge base and it'll give the same numbers.

Just an FYI, @apexdestroyer​ - in Q2, the RCS Universal Profile should go live on the T-Mobile network and I think i saw 100MB as the limit (this includes between carriers). 

https://newsroom.t-mobile.com/news-and-blogs/rcs-messaging-leadership.htm

Just wish Apple would support RCS...

Gracias @j.a.r.v.i.s that's good news!

Actually, , , , Here it is, the end of 2021, blazing fast 5G, T Mobiles outrageous prices, bad azz phones, and T Mobile STILL limits MMS to ONE mg (sending, 3mg receive. Those 10 and 100mg limits ppl ate talking about - like 3 yrs ago - are for email and other type shares. NOT SMS/MMS. And just to clarify - Google made it clear years ago that it wasn't practical for them to inbuild a proper SMS/MMS service when providers have the ability and resources to make there own - and insist on bloating Android apps anyway. Most providers have put no real effort into modifying the basic android messenger, likely believing (or hoping) that 5G speeds would see texting replaced by video chat/messaging (like Marco Polo?). Not going to happen - we love to text, and half of us hate cameras. I havent used a "stock" Android messenger for 10 years or more, but I remember that Verizon had the best variant, but I hated Verizon for what they did to Primeco - so Ive always used Mood Messenger. Its the best Ive ever seen, totally customisable down to tiny details, every conversation different, any BG, colors, shapes, fonts you want. Works on all devices, so I get all my messages, pics and customisations on my Android phone, my ipad, my Chromebook, and they just released, (or are about to [I cant remember])the Windows version - perfect for Win 11 (though my Asus app shows my phone on my laptop anyway). Has a fun "Party mode" to stop you from drunk texting, message received/read notifications. Coolest, most customisable messenger on Android or iOS - for free. Set as default and delete any Google, Apple, or provider supplied messenger. Only ever had one problem - sending MMS from OLD outdated ipad2, but excellent customer service walked me through the settings and fixed in 2 min. From what I remember, it does it all for free, but for reasons I dont remember (other than I love it so much), I pay for Premium. Its only $5 a YEAR, and all my messages, pics, everything, from every device Ive used in the last 10 years is saved and backed up. Get a new phone, DL the app and all my messages, pics, contacts, settings, everything is already there. But, yes - your provider sets MMS limits. And TMobile is still stuck on 1mg/3mg - even when you pay $100 a month for unlimited plans. BUT, in Mood Messengers settings, if you set your MMS size limit to 4mg (or no limit), Mood will automatically compress the file to send it, then the receivers provider (or messenger) will shrink it to their receiving limit (3mg for TMobile). Not sure if that 4mg setting works with other providers, I got that from TMobile CS after telling them that I use Mood. Anyway - this was way too long. Google/Android will never fix their basic messaging app. Providers arent interested , they think we'll grow out of txting. Unless Apple does something magical, 3rd party is the only way. Ive used every app I could find and nothing compares to Mood. Even if I have to pay - its $5 a YEAR.

The 1MB file size limit for sending media via native messaging apps like WhatsApp or Messenger can be restricting for brands trying to share high-quality images, videos or documents with customers. While you can get creative with compressing media, this restriction means rich multimedia content often gets degraded.

RCS messaging helps solve this pain point. RCS stands for Rich Communication Services, and it's the next evolution in messaging beyond SMS and MMS. RCS supports media sharing up to 100MB, so brands can send high-res images, long videos, PDF brochures and other large files without compromising quality or size.

RCS also enables great features like read receipts, live typing indicators, location sharing, group messaging and more to drive more engaging conversations. With enhanced capabilities powered by RCS messaging services, the days of being limited by 1MB transfer caps will be over, and brands can finally communicate with customers unencumbered