Google Messages is finally getting the chat customization feature everyone wanted
Google Messages is set to introduce a long-awaited chat customization feature. This update will allow users to personalize their chat backgrounds, similar to what is offered by competitors like WhatsApp. The new feature will be accessible through a 'Chat themes' option in the app's menu.
- ▪Google Messages has been criticized for its outdated look compared to other messaging apps.
- ▪A recent beta version of Google Messages revealed the addition of a 'Chat themes' feature.
- ▪This new feature will replace the existing 'Change colors' option, enhancing user customization.
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| Original publisher | Android Police |
| Canonical URL | https://www.androidpolice.com/google-messages-custom-chat-theme-wallpapers-leak/ |
| Publication time | Fri, 29 May 2026 16:59:51 GMT |
| Retrieval time | 2026-05-29T17:05:02.374Z |
| Last seen | 2026-05-29T17:05:02.374Z |
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| Commercial reuse | May the content be reused commercially? | Not permitted |
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