Samsung said users of Android 11 or lower aren't affected by the end of service, but would also likely benefit from switching to a supported texting app like Google Messages. To switch to Google Messages, the company asks users to download the app if it's not already installed and to set it as the default SMS app when prompted after launching it.

Are Samsung Messages shutting down or being discontinued? When will the app end, and what can you use? Here's what you need to know.