New BBM update for Windows Phone adds improvements in notifications and more
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BlackBerry has updated the Windows Phone version of its BBM messenger app, adding improvements to its notifications. a new invite screen and more additions and changes.
Here's the full changelog of what's new in the 1.2.0.12 version
- Improved notifications: View a message preview outside of BBM including the sender and chat content.
- New emoticons: 16 new emoticons have been added to bring more personality to your chats
- A simplified PIN barcode screen where you can display and scan barcodes in one place
- A new invite screen that includes suggested BBM contacts along with invites you've received and sent
- BBM Group enhancements: Invite contacts to join your BBM Group through email and SMS
- Bug fixes and performance improvements
What's your current impressions of the BBM Windows Phone app and is BlackBerry doing a good job with its updates? Thanks to everyone who tipped us!
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John Callaham was a former contributor for Windows Central, covering Windows Phone, Surface, gaming, and more.
