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The YouTube video discusses the features and functionalities of Google Messages and other messaging services, emphasizing the usage of Google Messages for sending messages and reducing reliance on traditional services like LINE. It explores SMS, MMS, and RCS functionalities and costs, highlighting the conveniences of Google Messages and its compatibility with various carriers. The video also focuses on using RCS in Japan, discussing different messaging services like +Messages and Rakuten Link. Google Messages is praised for its global reach and features like video calls. Instructions on utilizing RCS effectively and recommendations for expanding free usage are provided. The video also explains how Google Messages and +Messages can be used together, detailing installation, setup, and messaging features. Tips on blocking spam messages, sending stamps (stickers), and utilizing various functions within Google Messages are shared. The video concludes by summarizing how to use Google Messages effectively.
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In this segment of the video, the smartphone concierge explains how to use Google Messages for sending messages and utilizing it with the +Message app to reduce reliance on LINE. Google Messages is not just for short messages but also handles carrier emails and offers a chat function similar to Line and +Messages. The concierge highlights the convenience of Google Messages and its compatibility with various mobile carriers. The video also delves into the differences between short messages (SMS), carrier mail (MMS), and chat (RCS) in terms of functionalities and costs. It encourages viewers to explore and understand Google Messages better for improved usage.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses various messaging services, including MMS, carrier email services, and RCS. MMS allows sending messages, photos, and videos using an email address but has data limitations. Carrier email services like Aha Mopo Book Line are becoming less popular as users turn to alternatives like Gmail. RCS, or Rich Communication Services, allows sending multimedia messages using just a mobile number. RCS connects via RCS Hub, limiting usage to carriers with support. Password authentication is not required for RCS. The video mentions differences in usage environments between Google Messages and +Messages, emphasizing global reach for Google Messages but restriction to Japan for +Messages. Some carriers like Rakuten and Miles do not participate in +Messages.
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In this segment of the video, the focus is on the usage of RCS (Rich Communication Services) in Japan. As of October 2021, only the MVNOs of Paid Mobile and au lines are supported, with restrictions on usage for Docomo and SoftBank lines. Different messaging services like Google Messages, +Messages, and Rakuten Link are discussed, with Google Messages having no user restrictions and video call capability. Rakuten Link is exclusive to Rakuten Line users and offers free calls but has user restrictions. Naver is highlighted as the most used service in Japan, although it is not RCS. Rakuten Link is another RCS option in Japan, limited to Rakuten Line subscribers, offering similar features to LINE such as free calls and messaging.
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In this segment of the video, it is highlighted that calls from Rakuten Link to non-Rakuten Link mobile numbers are free, while sending messages to non-Rakuten Kaihan numbers will incur charges. The video also explains the usage of RCS (Rich Communication Services) as a free or paid service, based on the devices and messaging apps being used. It emphasizes using RCS properly to expand free usage and recommends specific ways to utilize RCS effectively.
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In this segment of the video, it discusses how Google Messages and +Messages can be used together, primarily focusing on Android and iPhone users. Android users can utilize both Google Messages and +Messages, while iPhone users are only able to use +Messages to communicate with others for free. There is a mention of potential mutual access, potentially increasing user convenience. The video also highlights three excellent points of Google Messages, such as spam detection, dark mode support, and the ability to send messages on computers. Instructions on how to install and set up Google Messages are also briefly covered.
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In this segment of the video, the download and installation of Google Messages app is explained. Once installed, the user needs to set SMS as the default app, enable chat function, and verify the phone number. The process involves tapping through different menu options and settings within the app. After the initial setup, users can start using Google Messages to view received messages, start new chats, and explore additional features like device pairing.
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In this segment of the video, the focus is on using the messaging features of Google Messages. The narrator explains how to start a new chat, select recipients from the contacts list, and differentiate between standard SMS messages and encrypted chat messages through displayed symbols and colors. The process of sending and receiving messages, viewing message history, and understanding message status indicators like delivery and read receipts is detailed. The viewer is guided through the layout and features of the messaging interface on the app.
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In this part of the video, the narrator explains how to block suspicious messages and report them as spam on Google Messages. Users can tap on the three vertical dots in the top right corner of the screen, select Details, then tap Block and Report as Spam to block the sender and mark the message as spam. Additionally, the process of sending stamps (referred to as stickers) on Google Messages is detailed, where users tap on the emoji icon, then the + icon to select and send stamps from a list. Swiping left to preview more options and tapping on the desired stamp allows it to be sent by tapping on the send icon.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker explains various functions and actions within the Google Messages app. They mention how to pin messages to the top, archive messages, delete conversations, block/report spam, use reaction emojis, copy text, mark messages as important, and customize notification settings. Additionally, there is guidance on automatically downloading files and setting limits for mobile data usage. The speaker finishes by summarizing how to use Google Messages effectively and invites viewers to subscribe to the channel.