Facebook Messenger 9.0.1.0
The official Facebook Messenger runs on all major mobile platforms and this means Windows Phone users will be able to chat with anyone on their contacts' list, even if they use an iOS or Android powered device.
Clean and uncomplicated interface
With this utility you will get a tidy front-end, that will surely seem familiar as it doesn't stray too much from the usual design of instant messaging and chat solutions out there.
Everything is neatly organized so you can view the contacts that also have Facebook Messenger installed, so you can get in touch with them right away.
There are no customizations for the background or the general theme, contrary to what many users would like to see, but there is a hefty selection of stickers you can install and use in your messages to make them more funny and expressive.
Basic chat functionality, with audio and video sharing
This application doesn't bring any innovations, instead it keeps things simple and to the point. The classical text messaging is in place, accompanied by an instant photo sharing feature. Sending voice messages is a breeze and you can access this functionality form the main menu at the bottom of the screen.
In case you want to share a video with anyone, Facebook Messenger allows you to do this directly from the chat area by activating the desired camera (front or back) and recording a short clip of maximum 15 seconds in length.
Group conversations and quick to configure notifications
Whenever you want to organize a get-together with several friends from Facebook, you can add them to a single group and talk to all of them at once, thanks to the dedicated feature of this app.
To stay up-to-date with the incoming messages and receive prompt notifications you can set the application's behavior from the "Settings" area. Unfortunately, there you will find only some general options and no in-depth customizations.
Add to watchlist:
Instant messengerChatPortable version:
In a hurry? Add it to your Download Basket!
0/5
Hits & Misses
hits
|
misses
|
Bottom Line
Design / UI7
The overly simplified appearance of this utility doesn't do it any service from the visual perspective, as it is less appealing than many similar apps and without possibilities to change the looks in any way. |
Function7
The main features anyone would expect from Facebook Messenger are included in the package, but the Windows Phone version needs to keep up with its siblings for the other platforms as it lacks many of the functions and abilities already present for iOS and Android. |
Security8
The application needs to access a lot of system areas but most of them are related in some way with the actual functionality of the utility. |
Battery3
High on top of the list of energy consumers, Facebook Messenger will drain the battery fast, especially when used for a couple of hours on end. |
Price9
The seamless integration with Facebook makes this chat client the optimal choice for all users of the service, despite the shortcomings it still has. |
Compatibility8
The application is suited for use on Windows Phone 8 and above devices, without any special requirements. |
Specifications
- price:
- 100% Free
- current version:
- 9.0.1.0
- reviewed version:
- 8.0.2
- developer:
- Facebook, Inc.
- category:
- VOICE & MESSAGING
- os version req.:
- 8, 8.1
- age rating:
- N/A
- in-app purchases:
- No
- hits:
- 777