Google Messages is making SIM switching while texting a little less painful

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TL;DR

  • Google Messages is testing a new long-press shortcut to quickly switch SIMs while composing messages.
  • The feature reduces the steps required to swap SIMs after Google previously removed the SIM selector from the compose bar and buried it inside the profile page.
  • The new method for switching SIMs is a helpful improvement, but still redirects to the profile section instead of switching SIMs instantly.

Being able to quickly and easily switch SIMs while texting is an important feature for Google Messages users who use two different lines on the same phone. However, earlier this year, Google made that simple action more frustrating by burying the SIM switcher deeper in the UI and adding unnecessary extra steps to the process. Now, it appears that Google Messages is taking steps to rectify that change.

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