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Handcent Next SMS messenger

Customizable SMS text messenger with AI,MMS, group message,sticker&private text

Handcent · com.handcent.app.nextsms

4.4 (10 ratings) 1M+ downloads v11.10.19 47.1 MB Android 6.0+ PEGI 3 · Everyone

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  • Signature matches the Google Play version Details

At a glance

Latest version
v11.10.19 (41110019)
Updated
Sep 16, 2026 (23 days ago)
APK size
47.1 MB
Requires
Android 6.0+ (API 23)
CPU support
ARM (legacy), ARM 64-bit
Category
Communication (app)
Listed since
May 31, 2021 (at least)
Permissions
118 (19 sensitive)
Website
handcent.com
Developer contact
[email protected]
Privacy
Developer's privacy policy

About this APK

Handcent Next SMS messenger is an app by Handcent in the Communication category, listed since at least May 2021. It includes native code for ARM (legacy) and ARM 64-bit, so it runs on practically every phone.

Since version 10.8.9, the APK grew from 31.7 MB to 47.1 MB and the minimum Android version rose from 4.4 to 6.0. It asks for 118 permissions, 19 of them sensitive, including precise location, camera and record audio. It asks for the same permissions as version 11.10.17. The app offers in-app purchases through Google Play and can read the advertising ID that ad and analytics services use.

Ratings

4.4out of 510 ratings
  • 5 ★70%
  • 4 ★0%
  • 3 ★30%
  • 2 ★0%
  • 1 ★0%

Ratings from users of the source store — not collected or verified by AAPKs.

What's new in v11.10.19

Upgraded Android developer library to the new version

Description

From the listing uploaded by “8186”.

Upgrade your messaging experience. Enjoy unlimited customization, AI features, cloud backup, MMS Plus , upmost privacy, and smooth texting on PC and tablet. It is the perfect alternative to stock SMS text messenger and Verizon Messages+ Secure and private messenger Best SMS app with personalization AI capabilities - powered by OpenAI to make texting easier Encrypted chat - Reliable guard to keep texts safe Texting from any system/device with 'Anywhere' Cloud backup - never worry about long texts again Lots of Stickers, emojis, and gifs to choose from Wear OS device support(Dependent on phone app) Group or mass texts to multiple recipients Support for foldables, like Samsung fold Support for most android versions (4.4 to 13) and Lineage OS 19 Dual SIM support Security For every update, it'll be scanned with *VirualTotal* 60+ mainstream anti-virus engines to make sure it's safe. Protecting data privacy is our top priority. Conversations now can be encrypted as per your need AI features -Detects sensitive information and suggests masking options. -Extract, copy, search, and share text from images -Generate descriptive text for photos -Summary of recent conversations -Grammar & Spell Check: Ensure your messages are clear and error-free -AI Emoji Suggestions -AI Auto-Reply Messenger Customization The theme store offers over 200 themes with new ones updated weekly. You can personalize fonts, stickers, colors, ringtones, LED colors, vibration patterns, etc. Handcent Anywhere - best private texting on computer and tablet. Cross-platform texting on all systems and device. Windows, Mac OS, Linux, iOS, android, computers, tablets, and smartwatches all have separate apps. You can text anywhere without the phone. Go to aw.handcent.com and start messaging. Group text is also supported Wear OS Receive and reply messages on all android-based smartwatches, with the features like voice to text, etc. Support Wear OS , Galaxy Watch series with Tizen and both square and round watches(Phone app needed, doesn't work as a standalone app) MMS MMS is fast and stable, can receive all kinds of MMS messages and share full-size multimedia with MMS plus. MMS plus can act as a multimedia files downloader, and save them on the private cloud. Pop up text Quick reply text messages within a pop up window. Private Box An encrypted text message box that can only be opened by unique passcode. Texts within can only be viewed by yourself. SMS Backup Never worry about losing texts or messages with our backup service. Restore all private messages (SMS/MMS) and settings when you switch to a new phone or reset the phone. Search You can search text messages by time, message type and etc. All SMS messages with text are searchable SMS Blocker/Blacklisting Block all unwanted or spam SMS & MMS messages in our private android text messaging app. Spam filter Automatically filter and block potential spam messages Scheduled Task Schedule texts to be sent at a given time. Emoji You will love animated emojis that complies with the newest emoji standard. Stickers Integrated with Giphy. Send messages with stickers by using quick search. Drive mode Read texts or mute during drive to ensure driving safety with Android Auto support Text to Speech Read texts out loud with support for repeated reminder Sticky on top Pin your private contacts on top for quicker access Other improvements. Built-in ChatGPT to let you talk to AI as a conversation thread Group Messaging Chat: Create a group with friends, all contacts will receive the message. Send mass texts with stickers to all members. Other features: Bulk Mass SMS & MMS, group text, text snippets and etc. If you encounter any problems or need help, please reach us at [email protected]. We will provide help in a timely manner.

Version history

6 versions are listed, going back to v10.8.9. New versions arrive here every few months. Since v11.8.3 it requires Android 6.0+.

v11.10.19 LATEST Sep 16, 2026 47.1 MB TRUSTED v11.10.17 Aug 28, 2026 47.1 MB TRUSTED v11.10.2 Jul 12, 2026 47.1 MB TRUSTED v11.8.3 Apr 14, 2026 41.3 MB TRUSTED v11.5.3 Dec 19, 2025 39.4 MB TRUSTED

All 6 versions

Security & authenticity

Security rating: Trusted

Signing certificate

  • Signature matches the Google Play version Checked by the source store on Sep 16, 2026.
  • Certificate issued to “handcent.com” This is the certificate of the Google Play version.
  • Same certificate as the 2 other versions checked

Store checks and file details

  • Developer signature verified Sep 16, 2026
  • Validated against Google Play Sep 16, 2026
  • Signed byCN=jacklin, OU=handcent.com, O=handcent.com, L=Unknown, ST=Unknown, C=Unknown
  • Signing certificate (SHA-1)66:A4:7C:0E:3C:66:B6:7D:14:0A:C1:84:EF:82:53:69:EE:70:65:46
  • File MD58cd2f0847fce3012c922029e620b3d30
  • Uploaded by “8186” Bronze tier · 890 followers · uploading since 2017

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Permissions (118)

Handcent Next SMS messenger requests 118 permissions, 19 of them sensitive.

Required hardware & features

Handcent Next SMS messenger APK: questions and answers

Is there a version of Handcent Next SMS messenger for older Android phones?

The current version needs Android 6.0 or later. Version 11.5.3 is the newest listed build that installs on Android 5.0 and later. Get version 11.5.3 · All versions

Can I install this APK over the version I already have?

Yes, if your installed copy is older. It is signed like the Google Play version, so Android installs it as an update and keeps your data.

Is Handcent Next SMS messenger free?

The APK is free to download, but the app offers in-app purchases through Google Play.

Is the Handcent Next SMS messenger APK safe?

No one can promise that a file is safe, but some things can be checked. The source store rates this file Trusted. Its signature matches the Google Play version. It is signed with the same certificate as the 2 other versions checked. After downloading, check that the file's MD5 is 8cd2f0847fce3012c922029e620b3d30.

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