Notable changes in version 13:

Version 13 replaces the legacy interface with Jetpack Compose and Material 3. It rebuilds every screen, adds new conversation controls and large-screen support, and fixes problems with crashes, notifications, security, and message handling.

Interface

Material 3 / Expressive design with shapes

Two-pane conversation layout on large screens

New adaptive app icon with a monochrome variant

New onboarding covering SMS privacy, permissions, and default-app setup

Correct display cutout and system bar handling in both orientations

Conversation list

Pin conversations

Snooze notifications for 1, 8, or 24 hours, or indefinitely

Mark conversations as unread from the menu or by swiping

Swipe to archive or unarchive

Quick actions from conversation avatars

Redesigned multi-select actions for archiving, deletion, blocking, and notifications

Indicators for unread, pinned, snoozed, notifications off, work profiles, and incoming MMS status

Redesigned archive screen

Pinning,…