Facebook replaces ‘Other Folder’ with Message Requests for Messenger

In a bid to make it easier for users to talk with other people who are not present in their friend list, Facebook has rolled out Message Requests for Messenger. The feature replaces the ‘Other Folder’ in Messenger that housed messages from strangers.

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Facebook Messenger testing new feature for easier GIFs and Stickers search

Facebook wants its users to easily find funny GIFs and stickers in one place at the time of accessing Messenger. The social network is testing a new search tool that will allow users to access the GIFs and stickers collection inside the app, as per a latest report from Mashable.

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Facebook Messenger no longer requires Facebook account or an email

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Starting today, you don’t need a Facebook account or even an email to sign up for the Facebook Messenger. All you need is a phone number. Continue reading “Facebook Messenger no longer requires Facebook account or an email”

Facebook Messenger gets “Doodle Draw” as first game

Facebook has officially launched a game for Messenger, following a report last month. “Doodle Draw for Messenger” is the first game that more than 600 million users of Facebook Messenger can play.

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Facebook Messenger will now provide information about first time senders

Facebook is making it easier for its users to recognize an unknown sender who is messaging for the first time on Facebook Messenger, as per a report from Tech Crunch. The social network is launching the new feature on Messenger that will let you know more about other non-friend users.

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Pushbullet for Android adds the ability to reply to WhatsApp, Hangouts and more via PC

Pushbullet for Android has received an updated that lets users reply to popular messaging apps directly from PC. The service now adds support for WhatsApp, Hangouts, Facebook Messenger, Telegram and LINE messenger.

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Facebook Messenger tests voice transcription

Facebook is planning to bring new features to its Messenger. The social network is testing a new voice transcription feature  that allows users to read transcriptions of the voice messages they send and receive. 

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Facebook Messenger for Windows Phone now syncs phone contacts and more

Facebook Messenger crossed 500 million user mark  last week.  Today, the app for Windows Phone has received a major update with bunch of new features.

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Facebook Messenger for iPhone updated with doodle and text support for photos

Facebook Messenger app for iPhone has received an update that adds the ability for a user to draw and add text on photos before sharing them. The feature was added to the Android app last month.

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Facebook Messenger for Android gets doodle and text support for photos

Facebook Messenger for Android has received a cool update that allows users to edit photos before sending. With the latest update, users can draw and add text to photos before sharing them with your friends.

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Facebook Messenger for Windows Phone gets voice messages, emoticons and more

Facebook Messenger for Windows Phone has been updated with bunch of features that brings it in line to its Android and iPhone app. The latest update 6.0 adds the ability for users to record voice messages that the was apparently the most requested features, according to Facebook.

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Facebook Messenger updated with Android Wear support

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Soon after WhatsApp released a beta version for Android to support Android Wear, Facebook has pushed an update to its Messenger app for Android that adds Android Wear support. This lets you view message notifications, so that you can reply to messages easily from your Android wear smartwatch, says Android Central that reported regarding the update first. Continue reading “Facebook Messenger updated with Android Wear support”