Apple has finally expanded Rich Communication Services (RCS) support to all T-Mobile MVNOs with the latest iOS 18.4 update. This means that iPhone users on networks like Mint Mobile, Metro by T-Mobile, and Google Fi can now enjoy modern messaging features when texting Android users. However, there’s a small catch.
What’s New?
With RCS support, iPhone users can now experience:
✅ Read receipts to know when messages are seen
✅ Typing indicators that show when someone is replying
✅ High-quality image and video sharing
✅ Better group messaging functionality
This update is a game-changer for mixed-device group chats, making communication between iPhones and Android phones less frustrating.
The Catch: It’s Not Perfect Yet
While this update is a big step forward, there are some limitations:
🚧 Not all MVNOs are included yet – Some networks, like US Mobile, only support RCS on their Verizon-based service but not yet on T-Mobile or AT&T networks.
🔄 You may need to reset your network settings – Some carriers, like US Mobile, require manual network resets for RCS to work properly.
🔍 Google Fi support was delayed – Despite being a T-Mobile MVNO, Google Fi took longer to get RCS on iPhones due to technical hurdles.
Should You Care?
If you’re on a T-Mobile MVNO and have friends or family with Android phones, this update will make your messaging feel more like iMessage. You won’t have to rely on WhatsApp, Messenger, or SMS as much.
However, if you use an MVNO that hasn’t fully implemented RCS, you might still run into issues until all networks fully support the update.
Final Thoughts
T-Mobile MVNO users can now enjoy a better messaging experience, but some bugs and missing carrier support remain. If you don’t see RCS working yet, try resetting your network settings or wait for your MVNO to roll out full support.
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