# Airtel India still lacks RCS on iOS

*28 October 2026 · Apple, iOS, Networking*

Twenty-five months have passed since Apple enabled RCS on iOS, yet Airtel India still lacks support. This should not be such a demanding effort.

> I am most excited about RCS on iOS18. This opens door of unifying chat to Messages app irrespective of the device type.
> 
> iPhone - iMessage
> Android - RCS
> 
> Adios SMS. 👋🏻
> 
> PS. Signal is still better.
>
> — [@mohitdotdev](https://x.com/mohitdotdev)

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