SMS/MMS, DM & RCS
Microtransactions
Import from other apps
AI assistant & analytics
Discover others (polling)
Replace social platforms
RCS World Map – 4Q 2019
Support - Building own messaging app
90+ use Google Chat (Android Messages), but a few countries are building their own
Support - RCS in place via Google
UK, France, Brazil and Mexico have RCS in place via Google. We’re expecting this group to grow in early 2020
Support from some carriers
Some carriers support RCS and others don’t. It’s through Google Chat (Android Messages)
No support - yet
No support yet, but it’s forecasted that more carriers will support RCS in 2010
A total reinvention of text messaging
Mei can give carriers a jump-start and open up new revenue opportunities by white-labeling a market-ready app with a range of advanced features. By enabling carriers to upgrade their SMS service to a richer messaging experience, Mei is putting the carriers on an even playing field with other over-the-top (OTT) messaging apps today.
RCS & An alternative to google
RCS will enable carriers to start reclaiming the messaging market lost by SMS. Currently, Google is the RCS leader and they are gaining share by preinstalling Android Messages. We have developed our own RCS implementation with expectation to interoperate:
- Like Android Messages, RCS between users, falling back to SMS when there’s a non-user
- Interoperate with Google’s RCS once that becomes public
- Interoperate with Universal Profile RCS once that gains more adoption globally
Monetization option
Digital media/service providers are increasingly exploring avenues for user acquisition as mobile landscape matures. Increasingly, the messaging app is becoming the portal to 3rd party content and service providers – like the browser is the portal on the desktop. Many providers are offering a wide range of partnerships and affiliate marketing options. With Mei, carriers have the potential for revenue through paid spots, lead generation and pay-per-use.
What messages improved can offer
Upgraded default texting app
Upgrade to the stock SMS texting app that can be white-labeled and preinstalled on all Android phones
SMS/MMS, DM, RCS
Only independent alternative to Google's Android Messages with SMS and RCS
Market-tested App
Based on existing app, Mei, highly rated (4.3 stars) from approx. 1 million consumer installs in Google Play
Advanced Features
B2C, analytics, microtransactions, and targeted advertising campaign platform built-in
AI Assistant
AI-powered throughout, enabling advanced text-based search, discovery and contact management
Monetization
Enabling monetization of your subscribers via messaging immediately