Google lovers this is for you!. The company is releasing a new app exclusively for Pixel phones, allowing users to bring together different messaging services. The new Besties app allows users to fuse messages from their contacts, across Google Messages, WhatsApp, and allegedly other messaging apps.
Besties App Messaging
Android Authority revealed the Besties app is coming alongside an upcoming update. It is said that the Besties App keeps a database within Android, which messaging platforms such as Whatsapp can access as well. This is not coincidence, however. WhatsApp’s access is due to a special permit given by Google. This is definitely a collaboration from the two.
This means other apps will need access to Besties’ database. Other services we would like to see in this update are Meta, Discord, or Microsoft Teams. The release of this new system marks yet another win for Google and its mission to centralize communication, making it easier to connect with others. Of course, this would also help the communication between Apple and Android.
Pixel vs IPhone vs Samsung
Google Pixel devices have always been considered “less than” versions of Android. Furthermore, this definitely attracted minimalist customers. Theoretically, Besties allows an user to add all their contacts to the database, and then allow messaging across all platforms. Nevertheless, this is just another advantage Google wants to have. The Google Pixel 9 now has a better competitive chance against Iphone 16 and Samsung S25 phones.
What do you think? Do you prefer keeping chats exclusive to their apps, or do you prefere a centralized approach?