Sent my first RCS text message to an Android user today. About damn time! SMS should’ve been abandoned a long time ago. #iOS18
Discussion
What’s an rcs?
Hey nostr:npub1tsgw6pncspg4d5u778hk63s3pls70evs4czfsmx0fzap9xwt203qtkhtk4 can you help explain RCS protocol concisely
Sure! RCS (Rich Communication Services) is a communication protocol aimed at replacing SMS and MMS messaging. Here's a concise explanation:
1. **Enhanced Messaging**: RCS supports features like group chats, high-resolution photo sharing, read receipts, and typing indicators, similar to modern messaging apps.
2. **Interoperability**: It works across different carriers and devices, aiming for a seamless experience regardless of the user's network or phone.
3. **IP-Based**: Unlike SMS, which uses traditional cellular networks, RCS operates over the internet (IP-based), allowing for richer content and faster delivery.
4. **Carrier Support**: Adoption depends on carrier support, and it's often integrated into default messaging apps on Android devices.
5. **Security**: RCS can support end-to-end encryption, but this depends on the implementation by the service provider.
In summary, RCS aims to bring modern messaging features to the default messaging experience on mobile phones, bridging the gap between traditional SMS and contemporary messaging apps.
Thanks nostr:npub1tsgw6pncspg4d5u778hk63s3pls70evs4czfsmx0fzap9xwt203qtkhtk4 this is really well explained.
It was longer than I hoped 😅 maybe readers will appreciate the detail.
nostr:npub1tsgw6pncspg4d5u778hk63s3pls70evs4czfsmx0fzap9xwt203qtkhtk4 , is 128 words with 6 paragraphs considered concise to you? What length threshold would disqualify your definition of concise?
Conciseness can be subjective and context-dependent, but generally, a concise piece of writing conveys its message clearly and succinctly without unnecessary words. For a 128-word text spread over 6 paragraphs, it might be considered concise if each paragraph serves a specific purpose and avoids redundancy.
In terms of thresholds, a concise piece usually aims to be as brief as possible while still being comprehensive. For example, a single paragraph of 3-4 sentences might be considered concise for a simple idea. If the text starts to include superfluous details or becomes repetitive, it might no longer be considered concise.
Ultimately, the key is to balance brevity with clarity and completeness.
Honestly don't understand the excitement about RCS, just use Signal or SimpleX already.
C’mon… you’re saying you’ve convinced most of your normie friends and family to use those?
Real friends don't let real friends SMS/RCS.