Seoul, April 6 -- Samsung will discontinue its in-house messaging platform, marking a significant shift in its mobile software strategy.

The company has confirmed that the default Samsung Messages app will be phased out in July 2026, encouraging users to transition to Google Messages as their primary texting platform, as per GSM Arena.

In a notice published on its website, Samsung stated that the app "will be discontinued in July 2026," signalling the end of a service that has long been a staple across Galaxy smartphones.

The move aligns with the company's recent device strategy, where Google's messaging solution has already taken precedence.

Samsung is urging users to make the switch proactively. "The company is urging users to switc...