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 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 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”