Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 phones won’t come with Samsung Messages in the US

A hands-on photo of Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6 smartphones. — Photo by Chris Welch / The Verge

Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 will not ship with the Samsung Messages app pre-installed in the US, according to 9to5Google. Those who still prefer Samsung’s app will have to download it from the Galaxy Store, where it’s still available.

“Starting with Starting with the Flip6, Fold6 and newer models, the Samsung Messages app will no longer be preloaded,” reads a Samsung message posted by Android leaker Max Weinbach. “Instead, Google Messages will provide a new and enhanced experience to express your emotions, making communication safe and fun.”

Google Messages has been the default for Samsung phones since 2022 when Samsung made the switch, which was a boon for RCS messaging.