Google Messenger v2.0 adds unread counts to several launchers, brings a new launcher icon, prepares for RCS support, and much more [APK Teardown + Download]

The Google Messenger app officially hit version 2.0 yesterday. There are plenty of changes, largely related to visual tweaks like a new launcher icon, color changes, and some revised layouts. While a mostly visual release, there are some functional improvements, as well. A teardown also brings a good look at some interesting things in the future of messaging.

What's New

Unofficial Changelog:

• New launcher icon
• Unread counts on the launcher icon
• Improved contact list and group messaging interface
• Settings and Advanced Settings screens have been re-arranged
• Other visual adjustments

New launcher icon

Left: from v1.9 and earlier.

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Google Messenger v2.0 adds unread counts to several launchers, brings a new launcher icon, prepares for RCS support, and much more [APK Teardown + Download] was written by the awesome team at Android Police.

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