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Google Messages Unveils Custom Contact Photos and Enhanced Security

1/14/2025

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Story summary

Google Messages has introduced an exciting new feature that lets users personalize their contacts by replacing Google account profile pictures with custom images. This update also allows users to revert to old photos. Furthermore, Google is gearing up to enhance security with MLS support for end-to-end encryption, promising safer cross-platform messaging.

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Story summary

Google Messages has introduced an exciting new feature that lets users personalize their contacts by replacing Google account profile pictures with custom images. This update also allows users to revert to old photos. Furthermore, Google is gearing up to enhance security with MLS support for end-to-end encryption, promising safer cross-platform messaging.