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[Q] Is there an Android app that handles messages like a Blackberry?

Blackberry allows for a combined mailbox for push email (not just gmail), text messages, twitter notifications, facebook messages, etc. I cannot find a solid replacement for Android.
just wondering if theres any app or mod anyone knows that can do this?

Only separate apps available for each function:
Facebook for Facebook
Email app for email accounts
Messaging for SMS... etc
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Also if you need group text messaging to BlackBerry and Apple devices, may I suggest Handcent SMS. You'll have to set it as your primary MMS application.
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Developers are getting closer, but it's still not quite there yet. Try Streamlife in the play store. It's a work in progress, but a great app to follow for what you're looking for.

Facebook messenger app can used for both Facebook/SMS,MMS
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evil_penguin said:
Facebook messenger app can used for both Facebook/SMS,MMS
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Honestly this is the ONLY good thing I can say about BlackBerry and I wish it was implemented that well in Android. From browsing through the settings, it looks like Go SMS Pro *may* have the capability. I'm kind of assuming they will make you sign up for all their services though...

evil_penguin said:
Facebook messenger app can used for both Facebook/SMS,MMS
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I've been using Facebook Messenger for SMS for a while... then all of the sudden it's stopped working.. maybe cause I installed Paranoid Android, but are you guys having this issue?

Best SMS app

I've been using the stock app for SMS messaging on my Nexus 4 for the last year. Am I missing out? Is there something better? If its better, why?
Thanks,
Jon

8sms download it on play store. It's almost the same as stock messaging app but with added features such as quick reply option by cm and inverted messaging ui.
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Well first i think this is the wrong place to put this, but ok.
Second, you have a lot, try Go SMS pro or Textra sms, is cool.
In the last days i´m using mysms , is cool , and you can send sms via your pc.
But if anyone know any better than this ones please tell us

mixtapes08 said:
8sms download it on play store. It's almost the same as stock messaging app but with added features such as quick reply option by cm and inverted messaging ui.
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8sms ftw!

If I use any of these apps, does it alter any of your data? i.e. can I use it, stop using it and there messages are still there but default back to the stock app?

Try Hello from the Play Store.
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Jon12345 said:
I've been using the stock app for SMS messaging on my Nexus 4 for the last year. Am I missing out? Is there something better? If its better, why?
Thanks,
Jon
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8sms.....its easily best. Clean stock look and feel with added features. 5 stars easy

Textra. Simple. Clean. Fast.
Has optional emoji, gif, animated mms plugins addons
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8sms (Stock Messaging, KitKat) :highfive:

8sms hands down.
I used to flash that app which was then called as the Modded mms.apk. Now it is available even for unrooted users on the Play Store. Amazing app.

Handcent SMS is great, fully customizable
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Does 8sms have regular green android Smileys?

Jon12345 said:
If I use any of these apps, does it alter any of your data? i.e. can I use it, stop using it and there messages are still there but default back to the stock app?
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Yes, afaik, you just have to install the new msg app and they will carry over the data. Unless you cleaned flashed your rom then you'll have to back up the xml. But you can do that with Titanium Backup or any other messaging backup app.

micens said:
Does 8sms have regular green android Smileys?
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Yes it does.
8sms is the best one IMO

Who uses SMS anymore and why
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I really like hangout emojis, but it doesnt have sms count and takes a while to load my conversations

maverickronny said:
Who uses SMS anymore and why
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Not sure where you live, but SMS is the primary messaging tool in the US. Carrier agnostic, preloaded on every phone, and generally available in no-cost unlimited plans.
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Hello sms ftw..
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Stock SMS for sure

i really like "go sms"

Texting App.

Looking for an App that will inform me of how many texts I have on the home screen.

I use Nova Prime with Tesla unread count plugin and chompSMS. I have that.

Try textra it's the best SMS replacement tons of options, fast, and the unread badge included for free.

hdhuntr said:
I use Nova Prime with Tesla unread count plugin and chompSMS. I have that.
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I agree with this combination. Using it myself.

Thanks guys for the info.

gcforreal said:
Try textra it's the best SMS replacement tons of options, fast, and the unread badge included for free.
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I installed Textra but never see texts notifications on the home screen App.

Handcent, the widget shows unread texts

As goofy as it sounds, the vzw messages+ app does it and much more. I am very surprised it's as robust as it is. But it's a great app! Actually best messaging I have ever used..
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I use the Verizon messaging app also. I initially dismissed it as a viable alternative. After I checked it out, I realized it had a lot of features and ended up liking it.
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Samsung stock messaging app is also good.
Note 4

jesuswasemo said:
I use the Verizon messaging app also. I initially dismissed it as a viable alternative. After I checked it out, I realized it had a lot of features and ended up liking it.
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What features does it have, exactly? Currently running stock messaging and I'm loving the feature where there's your favorite contacts above the messages so you have immediate access.
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hands down verizon messaging+ app..especially if you send a lot of mms over wifi

Using Textra here...
Wish I could use hangouts, but it's too laggy.

Sean Z said:
What features does it have, exactly? Currently running stock messaging and I'm loving the feature where there's your favorite contacts above the messages so you have immediate access.
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Honestly, a ton of features. You have to check out a review on it. It does many, many things..
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Good text app?

Recently left handcent due to ads and tired of the stock messaging app. What are you guys using?

Textra is my favorite

jspsuperman said:
Textra is my favorite
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Your response prompted me to try it out. Really like what I'm seeing and will probably be using it for a while.

What is it that you don't like about Google hangouts? You can setup a Google voice number and text using that #, make wifi or data calls using for google voice number. Google hangouts does everything
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liquidraven said:
Recently left handcent due to ads and tired of the stock messaging app. What are you guys using?
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Textra is the best app out there IMO. Send and receives pictures like a phone is supposed to (actually shows each picture as opposed to a Slideshow) has delay sending, and many other features. Fair warning though they are moving from a free app to paid. But totally worth it in every way.
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Textra or Google Messenger I think are the two best.
I ended up sticking with Google Messenger because Textra seemed to have trouble with different DPI's which I found a little weird. I think it has a few extra features that make it better the GM if that's not an issue for you.

Agreed. Textra is awesome. I love using the "giphy" attachments.

Though I'm content with the stock messaging app, if I wasn't using it I'd be used Google Messenger. It's nice and clean and I actually like its simplicity

EvolveSMS is my choice...

evolvesms
never_more said:
EvolveSMS is my choice...
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I tried evolvesms on my Note 4 which is running 5.01 but it seems to freeze on the conversation list page. Have you had this problem?

Textra probably is the best but there are a ton of bug reports everyday

Pre-written text messages

How to edit pre-written text messages? Or is it possible at all.

tomest said:
How to edit pre-written text messages? Or is it possible at all.
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you can try 3rd party messaging solutions that allow customization like that. I've been using Wear Messenger and Quick (same developer) and so far they've been great alternatives.