Group picture and video messaging

Any group message, whether delivered in text or picture, is recognized as a picture and video message

Some Android phones may also support group messaging. Check your device user guide to see if group messaging is supported

Functionality is enabled between Android and iOS users

Group messaging is enabled by default in the app for compatible devices

Compatibility varies by manufacturer and device models (e.g. available on Samsung Galaxy S5 and Samsung Galaxy S7 but not on Samsung Galaxy S6. This is a manufacturer restriction.)

Android devices on software version 6.0 and up (Android Marshmallow) that have group messaging capability will have the feature on by default

Compatible with all models on TELUS network running iOS 9.3 or newer with Carrier Bundle TELUS 24.1 or newer

The feature will be introduced and enabled by default with the rollout of the next software update

Picture and video messaging capability must be enabled for all users for group messaging to work

All users must have the group message function on their device. See below for instructions