Android users report pixelated, distorted GIFs from iPhones via Google Messages, possibly due to an app or iOS bug.

Android users experience pixelated, distorted GIFs from iPhones via Google Messages; issue occurs when GIFs are sent via SMS/MMS from iPhones, possibly related to Google Messages app or iOS bug. Distortion issue has increased since mid-May and may be linked to upcoming RCS introduction by Apple. Android users suggest temporary fixes such as disabling "Send photos faster" setting or factory reset.