PS messenger nerf?

[Thwarptide]

I received a note from Sony saying they're doing away with the ps4 messenger but the app will still work.
Will we have to download the app onto the ps4 now?

 

[GraphiteGB]

MOBILE app ending nothing to do with the Console function...

Mobile messenger app is being replaced with Mobile voice and text chat from new single PS app that supports PS4 and PS5...

Introducing the new PlayStation App, redesigned to enhance your gaming experiences on PS4 and PS5

Updated PS App includes new UI layout, integrated messages feature, support for voice chat, and more.

blog.playstation.com

Mobile phone and tablet messenger app being discontinued...