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Fluent everywhere!
Microsoft Messaging app updated with Fluent Design on Windows 10 for PC
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Microsoft has updated its built-in Messaging app for the first time since 2016 with Fluent Design improvements.
It's happening
Facebook, Messenger and Instagram officially released
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Microsoft and Facebook are finally announcing the general release of the brand-new Facebook, Messenger and Instagram app experience for Windows 10 and Mobile starting today. Here is what you need to know!
Return to normal
Easily disconnect Skype from Messaging in Windows 10
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Not liking the Skype integration with your Messaging app on Windows 10 or Windows 10 Mobile? Here is a short guide on how to remove it as well as setting your default Skype app in case you have both versions installed.
Fixes
Windows 10 Canera app updated for new Surface users
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If you are on Windows 10 desktop, you'll want to check for an app update in the Store. The Windows Camera app is updated version 2015.1078.40. As usual, there is no changelog. However, early reports suggest it fixes an intermittent problem that some new Surface owners (Book, Pro 4) were experiencing. Some users could not snap a photo with the rear (world-facing) camera. They could tap...
It's coming
Windows 10 can send SMS text messages
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Looks like Microsoft is doing what many users want by delivering the ability to send SMS text messages from your PC to your phone. Signs of this feature are rampant especially with the recent preview release of Messaging and the Phone apps for Windows 10 PCs – the same universal app as found on Windows 10 Mobile. Now, WinBeta have posted a video that demonstrates this feature is...
Messaging app now has Skype integrated for Windows 10 Mobile
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If you are running Windows 10 Mobile things just got a lot more interesting. The Microsoft Messaging app has been updated from 1.0.12715 to 1.10.7000. What's new? Just the ability to integrate Skype messaging. Skype Messaging was in an early beta for users but now it looks like the feature is nearly complete as Microsoft has folded it into the official Messaging app for Windows 10...
OS Tour
All the changes found in Windows 10 build 10558
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As we get closer to the Windows 10 devices event in New York City, a new build of Windows 10 leaked onto the web. This leaked release unveils the new Messaging app powered by Skype, Tab preview in Microsoft Edge, context menu improvements, and much more. Here is your FAQ on what is new!
New feature
Microsoft Photos app for Windows 10 with Album creation tool
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Three new apps updates have hit the Store for Windows 10 and Windows 10 Mobile. Microsoft Messaging, Microsoft Translator (beta) and Microsoft Photos all have received updates. The big news, however, is that Photos now lets Insiders create new Albums on the device.
It's here
Messaging Skype Beta for Windows 10 Mobile now available
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Ever since January, Microsoft has talked about how it is bringing Skype messaging into the native text messaging app on Windows 10 Mobile. This morning, that app has finally leaked through a downloadable link to the Windows Store. The app appears to be installable by anyone with a Windows 10 Mobile device hinting that the app may be released with this week's expected Mobile Preview...
Text all the things
Microsoft Messaging app for Windows 10 Mobile gets updated
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The Microsoft Messaging app for Windows 10 Mobile has a new version that's to download, but there's no word on what's new, improved or fixed in this update.
Closer
‘Skype, Messaging and Video’ app for Windows 10 first look
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New evidence that Microsoft is closer to releasing their unified 'Skype, Messaging and Video' app for Windows 10 Mobile has come forward. New screenshots and bits about the new app and service corroborate what Microsoft revealed back in January as user can soon seamlessly use Skype and SMS all within one app.
Upcoming Messaging app for Windows 10 spotted in video
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Windows 10 is due next week, and one thing we know won't be available is the new Skype messaging experience. First announced in January by Microsoft, the Universal Windows messaging app will let users chat using Skype directly from the Messaging app and switch to SMS for Phone users. Indeed, in the Windows 10 PC app, users can even see the ability to switch texting from Skype to...
Delays for messaging
Windows 10 may not have its new Messanging app ready for RTM
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A new report casts doubt about Microsoft having its new Skype and Messaging app for Windows 10 ready for its RTM launch time frame this summer, but it could be included in updates later this fall.
Distraction free messaging
Facebook Messenger gets standalone website
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Messenger, Facebook's messaging platform, is now available as a standalone service on the web. In the past users had to use Facebook's website to message their friends and family, but starting today they can do so without all the extra distractions. Facebook recently held a conference in which they detailed various ways they planned to further tap Messenger as a platform of its own....
No written record
Cyber Dust brings self-destructing messages to Windows Phone
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Messaging app Cyber Dust is now available for Windows Phone. Cyber Dust aims to be a security-focused messaging platform with apps already available on Android and iOS, and now Windows Phone. Messages sent over Cyber Dust are fully encrypted and self-destruct. To get Cyber Dust take and mix the best features from apps like Snapchat and WhatsApp. Here's the full set of features...
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Telegram Messenger adds new features to latest beta update
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Telegram Messenger's beta app for Windows Phone has been updated to add a few new features to the service and make the app quicker. The update, which is now inversion 0.1.3.8, brings voice messages to secret chats and the ability for users to pin secret chats to the Start screen. Here's the complete update list for what's new in the latest update: broadcast lists voice messages in...
Sicher from the IM+ team promises to keep your messages 'super-safe'
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Sicher, a new "super-safe" messenger has arrived today on Windows Phone, iPhone and Android devices. Sicher (pronounced "Zee-her") comes from the team behind IM+ and brings free, encrypted chats and file transfers to users. Using the app, you'll be able to chat, send files, photos and voice messages to other users. Sicher goes so far as to not show incoming messages on your lock screen...
T-Mobile will proactively reach out to customers who were charged premium SMS fees
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Going a step further on its fight against fraudulent premium SMS charges, T-Mobile will now start proactively notifying customers of unauthorized billing of premium SMS to their account. Although customers could previously request refunds for any unknown charge on their bill, this proactive approach of identifying premium SMS scams that weren't refunded goes a step further. Mike...
GroupMe bumped to 4.8 with video messages and more
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GroupMe is a popular group-messaging app from Microsoft, enables you to communicate with multiple contacts at once in chatrooms. We previously covered version 4.7 back in December, which introduced a new group design. Today we'll be checking out the recently released 4.8 update, enabling users to record up to 30 seconds worth of video and more. As well as the added functionality to...