Please report any issues so that we can resolve them quickly. This re-compiled version is maintained by SoftCoil Development for the benefit of the community. Installing this app allows all Android 4.1+ owners to use the classic SMS/MMS app from Google. The Nexus 5 has also removed Messaging and now includes Google Hangouts instead. Most phone manufacturers (Samsung, HTC, LG, etc.) build their own messaging apps with brand specific user interfaces. We have recompiled the original Google source code to bring the classic functionality and Google design to all Android users who's phones do not come with it.
This is the stock Android 4.4 (KitKat) Messaging app for SMS and MMS messaging now available for 4.1+ (Jelly Bean) including Android 5.0 (Lollipop) devices as well! This app is only available from Google on Google Play Edition or Nexus devices.
