Google also mentioned “it’s snowing” last year, but we’re not seeing that available yet. In all, Google teased “15+ hidden Screen Effects prompt words.” They work in both RCS and SMS conversations, ...

If you’ve spent enough time immersed in the world of TV — and I sure have — you might’ve heard about something called the Dirty Screen Effect, or DSE for short. Despite the name, the Dirty Screen ...

When you receive a text message, you sometimes see special effects, like balloons floating or fireworks exploding across your screen. These special effects can be triggered by using specific words or ...

Google Messages is the default messaging app for millions of users. The app comes pre-installed with most major Android devices, including the company’s very-own Pixel flagships. While the service is ...

Google Messages isn't just for sending plain texts anymore. You might already be using it without a second thought, but there are plenty of hidden Google Messages features that may surprise you. One ...

Google Messages recently introduced a new way to trigger Screen Effects by sending a pair of emojis in chats. The app is now testing the ability to trigger Screen Effects with a single emoji in the ...

Pranay Parab is an independent tech journalist based in Mumbai, India. He covers tech for Lifehacker, and specializes in tutorials and in-depth features. Full-screen message effects are among the most ...