Facebook Messenger
Intuitive GUI with all the tools you need to chat with friends
It really doesn't get easier than this. Just install the app, log into your Facebook account and the app lists your Facebook messages and contacts that you talk to the most. Also, there's the option of calling contacts directly from within the app.
There's a section with Facebook friends that have installed this app and that you can message, and a list of contacts that are currently online. The app provides a search bar for you to find interesting people or groups to connect with.
Send photos, videos and audio files
The app comes with all the basic functions of messenger apps for phones. You can add text, send a photo from your phone's memory as the app opens a gallery of photos on the bottom of the screen, for you to pick one. Also messages can be forwarded to people who weren't included in the conversation and you'll also be informed if they've read your message.
You can also snap a picture or record a video directly from within the app and there's also an option for recording audio. Facebook Messenger comes with two sets of stickers and others are available for download free within the app. As expected, you can like received messages.
Create groups and place calls
One of its useful features is the ability to create several groups with your friends, the ones that you message the most. You can also send a message or photo to someone who isn't in the conversation by tapping on the forward icon. To make it easier to stay connected, it lets you create a shortcut on the home screen and it even lets you place calls for free over WiFi.
In addition, this app can be set to run in the background while you check out other apps, so that you'll always stay connected. Various settings can be made to notifications, so that they don't bother you when you're busy.
Add to watchlist:
Instant messengerChatPortable version:
Hits & Misses
hits
|
misses
|
Bottom Line
Design / UI8
The GUI is intuitive, but simplistic. There are few tools to work with and the interface is not very appealing. |
Function9
It performs well, it instantly loads messages and your list of contacts. |
Security7
The app requires access to personal information, like phone number, location, your phone's contact list, so be careful with data that you share. |
Battery7
It's somewhat of a battery drainer, considering that it needs constant internet connection and refreshes messages instantly. |
Price9
Completely free of charge, no in-app purchases or ads. |
Compatibility8
The developer doesn't specify the Android versions required for this app. |
A great app for chatting with friends, you'll need if you wish to stay connected at all times.
Specifications
- price:
- 100% Free
- current version:
- Varies with device
- reviewed version:
- 26.0.0.21.13
- developer:
- Facebook, Inc.
- category:
- VOICE & MESSAGING
- os version req.:
- Varies with device
- age rating:
- 12+
- in-app purchases:
- No
- hits:
- 1497