In the latest iOS 18 developer beta, users are now able to send rich messages to Android users through the new RCS capability. This has been a long-awaited feature that has finally been implemented, with carriers such as AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon already on board. The ability to send audio and video without compression, have seamless group chats, and see read receipts from iPhone users is a game-changer for many. This marks a significant shift in the messaging protocol landscape, with Apple finally acquiescing to the existence of RCS. It will be interesting to see if users will migrate back to the default messaging app for cross-platform communication or continue using third-party apps like WhatsApp. Overall, this development marks a beautiful time to be alive for iPhone and Android users alike.