[
    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "What%20carryers%20support%20encrypted%20RCS%20messaging%20on%20iOS%3F"
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "Here are the **U.S. and Canadian carriers** that, as of **iOS 26.5** (released in May 2026), *support end-to-end encrypted (E2EE) RCS messaging (beta)* between iPhone and Android devices\u2014*provided* both you and the person you're messaging are on compatible carriers, using iOS 26.5 on iPhone and the latest version of Google Messages on Android. ([9to5mac.com](https://9to5mac.com/2026/05/11/ios-26-5-these-carriers-offer-rcs-end-to-end-encrypted-messaging/?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n### \ud83c\uddfa\ud83c\uddf8 United States\n\nThese carriers support encrypted RCS messaging in iOS 26.5:  \n- AT&T  \n- Boost Mobile  \n- C Spire  \n- Cellcom Wisconsin  \n- Consumer Cellular  \n- Cox Mobile  \n- Cricket  \n- Family Mobile  \n- FirstNet  \n- Metro by T-Mobile  \n- Mint Mobile  \n- Nex-Tech Wireless  \n- PureTalk  \n- Red Pocket  \n- Spectrum  \n- Strata  \n- T-Mobile  \n- TracFone / Straight Talk  \n- Ultra Mobile  \n- US Cellular  \n- Verizon  \n- Visible  \n- Xfinity Mobile  \n([9to5mac.com](https://9to5mac.com/2026/05/11/ios-26-5-these-carriers-offer-rcs-end-to-end-encrypted-messaging/?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n### \ud83c\udde8\ud83c\udde6 Canada\n\nThese Canadian providers support encrypted RCS with iOS 26.5:  \n- Bell  \n- Chatr  \n- Fido  \n- Freedom Mobile  \n- Koodo  \n- Lucky Mobile  \n- Public Mobile  \n- Rogers  \n- SaskTel  \n- Telus  \n- Videotron  \n- Virgin Mobile  \n([9to5mac.com](https://9to5mac.com/2026/05/11/ios-26-5-these-carriers-offer-rcs-end-to-end-encrypted-messaging/?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n### \u26a0\ufe0f Important Notes\n\n- **Carriers must explicitly support the E2EE RCS standard** (Universal Profile 3.0 with Message Layer Security). Even if your carrier is listed, support might not be fully activated yet. ([apple.gadgethacks.com](https://apple.gadgethacks.com/news/encrypted-rcs-chats-on-iphone-arrive-in-ios-265if-your-carrier-supports-it/?utm_source=openai))  \n- **Software status matters:** You need an iPhone running **iOS 26.5 or later**, and the Android person must use Google Messages up to date. ([9to5mac.com](https://9to5mac.com/2026/05/11/ios-26-5-these-carriers-offer-rcs-end-to-end-encrypted-messaging/?utm_source=openai))  \n- Encrypted RCS messaging is **beta**, rolling out gradually. The lock icon (\u201cEncrypted\u201d) marks conversations that are fully encrypted. ([apple.gadgethacks.com](https://apple.gadgethacks.com/news/encrypted-rcs-chats-on-iphone-arrive-in-ios-265if-your-carrier-supports-it/?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\nIf you tell me your carrier (or someone you message with), I can check *specific status* to see whether it's already active for you."
    },
    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "I%20currently%20use%20Tello"
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "Great question. From what I found, here\u2019s the current situation with Tello and **end-to-end encrypted (E2EE) RCS messaging** under iOS 26.5.\n\n---\n\n## \ud83d\udd0d What\u2019s Known: Tello & RCS\n\n- **Tello added basic RCS support for iPhone users** with **iOS 18.4**. This enabled RCS features like read receipts, typing indicators, and better media sharing\u2014*but not full end-to-end encryption*. ([androidauthority.com](https://www.androidauthority.com/tello-rcs-3540824/?utm_source=openai))  \n- According to Tello\u2019s own Help Center, there is a toggle for RCS Messaging on iOS (starting with iOS 18.4) in **Settings \u2192 Apps \u2192 Messages \u2192 RCS Messaging**. ([tello.com](https://tello.com/help_center/funciones-y-ajustes/como-puedo-activar-mensajeria-rcs-en-mi-dispositivo?utm_source=openai))  \n\nSo yes, RCS is working\u2014but the key question is whether *encrypted* RCS (with the lock icon, etc.) is active on Tello under iOS 26.5.\n\n---\n\n## \ud83d\uded1 What Tello *Hasn't* Confirmed (Yet)\n\n- Apple\u2019s iOS 26.5 includes **beta support** for E2EE RCS between iPhones and Android phones\u2014but **only on supported carriers** that have enabled Universal Profile 3.0 with the Messaging Layer Security layer. ([macrumors.com](https://www.macrumors.com/2026/05/04/ios-26-5-rcs-encryption/?utm_source=openai))  \n- Tello is *not listed* among the carriers confirmed by Apple (or by third-party reporting) to have enabled **encrypted RCS** as of now. Reddit users have reported that Tello isn't appearing on Apple\u2019s E2EE list, and encrypted RCS threads are not showing up for those using Tello. ([reddit.com](https://www.reddit.com/r/Tello/comments/1tc0sfn/ios_265_is_out_with_rcs_encryption_does_tello/?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n## \u2705 Bottom Line: Does Tello Support Encrypted RCS Now?\n\nAs of **iOS 26.5**:\n\n- Tello supports **basic RCS features** on iOS if you're updated and have toggled RCS Messaging on. ([androidauthority.com](https://www.androidauthority.com/tello-rcs-3540824/?utm_source=openai))  \n- **However, end-to-end encryption isn\u2019t confirmed**. Carriers have to approve/enable it on their network, and Tello *doesn\u2019t appear on the list yet*. Reddit users and reports suggest that conversations under Tello are not showing the \u201cEncrypted Lock\u201d indicator. ([reddit.com](https://www.reddit.com/r/Tello/comments/1tc0sfn/ios_265_is_out_with_rcs_encryption_does_tello/?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\nIf you like, I can check with the very latest carrier support listing (from Apple or GSMA) to see if Tello has been added recently. Do you want me to do that?"
    }
]