IM+ 6.6.5

Nowadays, smartphones make it easier for people to keep in touch with their friends and loved ones through messaging or social networks. But instead of installing apps for each social network that you have an account on, you should better use IM+.

It's a nice application that provides users with access to all of their accounts under one interface. It's really easy-to-use and it helps reduce battery consumption and save space on your phone, since you would only be using one app for socializing. Still, don't expect this one to be the best from its range.

Dated and unappealing interface

The app doesn't launch with a tutorial or any kind of instructions, which is quite inconvenient since new users always find tips beneficial. Still, don't expect this app to be too impressive as it seems quite dull and it's only a bridge between you and your social accounts.

It could have had a nicer UI, the background is dark and it doesn't seem to have any style at all. The home screen simply displays shortcuts to social networks that you can connect to. They're arranged into thumbnails, so you can access them faster.

Some flaws

You'll notice that the app doesn't use material design. Actually it doesn't even have a side menu, access to settings and some sections is made by tapping on the overflow icon on the bottom of the screen. You can connect to all sort of social networks like Yahoo, Beep, Jabber, Google Talk and more.

Some of them are really popular in certain countries, but not the rest of the word. It fails to connect to Facebook although it's available inside the app. Moreover, you won't be able to use the app to connect to Twitter, WhatsApp and all other major social networks.

Some settings

The interface is non-responsive at times, so you'll have to be patient with it. It comes with a sleep mode and you can make some settings to the app's functions. There's the option to change the theme, adjust font size or manage notifications.

You can open chats and talk to friends using this app. Users can connect with multiple accounts to the same network and when minimized, the app keeps accounts online and tries to reduce battery consumption.

All in all, the interface is quite dated and the app is non-responsive at times. It lacks the option to connect to major social networks and frankly we've seen other similar apps that perform better.