Google Messages has become a popular messaging app for Android users, with over a billion downloads on the Google Play Store. However, one of the biggest complaints about the app has been the need to scan a QR code to use it on multiple devices, such as tablets and computers, at the same time.
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Unfortunately, the new pairing system is not yet available to everyone. When I tried to use it by navigating to the Messages by Google webpage, I did see the option to use the Google Account login, but was unable to complete the process on my phone. As a matter of fact, there is a clear notice at the top advising users that the feature may not be available to you yet.
The new account-based pairing system is not yet replacing the old QR based one and does have the limitation that you can only have one browser instance active at a time. However, the app does indicate which Android device is being used for messages at that time.
