MSN 9 Beta Build Updated

MSN 9 Beta Build Updated

Tom Warren on 28 September 2003 - 17:16 · 65 comments & 9430 views

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MSN this week updated it's MSN 9 beta client to build 9.00.0009.1802 combined with a MSN Messenger 6.1 update to build 6.1.0128.

From a visible point of view not much has changed to Messenger 6.1 but MSN 9 has had minor changes in places such as E-mail. Users now have the ability to read their email in a "preview pane" and are able to add pop-3 accounts to the mail area of MSN 9.

Messenger plus! is still working correctly with build 128 of Messenger 6.1, however the new promised features and games are still absent. If you're currently on the MSN Beta you can download the new build by using the old installer, it will notify you that there is a new installer and then proceed to download the various updated components :)

Download: Download MSN 9 Beta Build 1802

Download: Download MSN Messenger 6.1 Beta Build 128

Screenshot: About MSN 9 Beta

Screenshot: Mail Changes

Screenshot: Messenger 6.1 About

News source: In-House

Simply sickening :(

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(2 replies) #1 slang123 on 28 Sep 2003 - 17:48

im liking the new mail. seriously considering subscribing when it comes out

#1.1 andrewfee on 28 Sep 2003 - 20:56

It's practically identical to MSN8's only it's a lighter blue.

#1.2 Lin on 29 Sep 2003 - 00:12

#2 net-cruizer on 28 Sep 2003 - 17:49

I couldn't imagine paying for that, yuk.
Now a leaked version of that MSN Messenger would be cool though, lol.

#3 smashguy on 28 Sep 2003 - 18:12

LOL...where can I download of new MSN 6.1.0128 and MSN 9.0 Beta?

#4 Crackler on 28 Sep 2003 - 18:13

Aww, i had the installer and deleted it

#5 bangbang023 on 28 Sep 2003 - 18:17

it's good neowin tells me of these updates and nothing is said in the newsgroups or on betaplace.

(4 replies) #6 plasticparadox on 28 Sep 2003 - 18:18

I really like the MSN service. For all the use I get from it, I believe that it's a very good value.

But I'm tired of being harassed by people who brand me as an internet newbie for using an online service. Not that I feel the need to prove otherwise, but I've used the internet for over 8 years in it's various incarnations, including Gopher back in the day, and I use Opera as my second browser for when I want to quickly look something up.

And yet, after all my web experience, I'm using MSN, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to anyone wanting a better online experience.

#6.1 net-cruizer on 28 Sep 2003 - 18:54

Sure, the MSN service is probably great now, with all the goodies, but I'm sure there's a lot of people that actually subscribe, just to use the MSN Explorer browser, dashboard, etc. etc, which I think is really stupid.
If people really think about it, it is obvious that MS stopped giving the browser away for free, and added it and some other cool features, as part of it's MSN service, just so that people actually would use it.
I highly doubt people would use MSN service if it didn't include those apps and features and was still just the same old crappy internet service as it always has been.

#6.2 plasticparadox on 28 Sep 2003 - 19:35

From the sound of your post, "is probably great now" I would guess that you don't use MSN. You shouldn't comment on something you're not fully informed about.

I'm tired of reading your posts based on nothing but 100% speculation.

And for your information, it's not so much an internet service provider now as it is a BYOA (Bring Your Own Access) service.

#6.3 net-cruizer on 28 Sep 2003 - 21:50

Oh, so I guess if I call you a ****in asshole goof, that would just be based on speculation too eh???

#6.4 plasticparadox on 29 Sep 2003 - 05:26

Haha... was that supposed to hurt?

#7 slapnuts_ox on 28 Sep 2003 - 18:22

YAY time for everyone to go out and pay for more bloatware

#8 Crackler on 28 Sep 2003 - 18:27

Thnx for the links...

And btw..i get a free subscription to it through my ISP

(2 replies) #9 killuminati on 28 Sep 2003 - 18:31

does anyone have an ads remover for this new MSN 6.1 build?

#9.1 idbuythatforadollar on 29 Sep 2003 - 08:34

thanks bedrock,

MSN 6.1.128 Ads and BETA text remover

msn6.1.128.patch.tHe_cLeanER.zip

#9.2 Harper on 29 Sep 2003 - 18:29

Hey Bedrock-

Keep getting a Patch error and am unable to download. Got any tips?

#10 bangbang023 on 28 Sep 2003 - 18:35

The news icon in the main taskbar , I think, is different.

(1 reply) #11 jami_welch on 28 Sep 2003 - 18:40

do u need to subscribe to use msn9? or is there a way around it?

#11.1 bangbang023 on 28 Sep 2003 - 19:05

you need to subscribe

(6 replies) #12 PlainLazy on 28 Sep 2003 - 19:06

does anybody else not hear the sign in sounds etc? and is there any patches to get rid of the beta + multi sign in???

#12.1 Digital_Angel on 28 Sep 2003 - 19:19

Well im installin the old beta...copying the soundz and den installin MSN 6 new beta again...any1 with a new patch ??

#12.2 Crackler on 28 Sep 2003 - 19:30

Yea it deletes/doesnt install the sounds...

I hate the fact that they removed the sound notification for received emails

#12.3 bedrock on 28 Sep 2003 - 20:13

If you wanna remove the (BETA) and ads then patch the following bytes:

0001FD18: 20 00
000D8789: 74 EB
000D87CD: 74 EB

--
bedrock

#12.4 bangbang023 on 28 Sep 2003 - 20:36

what do I use to get to those bytes? I tried using resource tuner, but no luck

#12.5 bedrock on 28 Sep 2003 - 20:58

If you dont know what to do with them then you dont need then, wait for some to release a patcher.

btw, i'd recommend hex workshop or ultraedit, but it's up to you.

--
bedrock

#12.6 idbuythatforadollar on 29 Sep 2003 - 08:30

thanks bedrock,

MSN 6.1.128 Ads and BETA text remover

msn6.1.128.patch.tHe_cLeanER.zip

#13 redwhorns on 28 Sep 2003 - 20:22

can i use msn 9 beta without being a subscriber?

#14 smashguy on 28 Sep 2003 - 20:22

I have got downloading of new MSN 6.1.0128 and MSN 9.00.0009.1802...LOL
MSN polygamy 6.1.0128????

(1 reply) #15 {I}{K}{E} on 28 Sep 2003 - 20:28

DOWNLOAD LINK

#15.1 bangbang023 on 28 Sep 2003 - 20:31

um and? it's posted in the story already

#16 slang123 on 28 Sep 2003 - 20:32

Changes ive noticed:
1) Removes sign in sounds
2) Easier to see when a window with hidden title bar is inactive as the msn logo and close buttons go grey
3) 3dregrees stuff has been removed from the actions drop down in the chat window

Thats all i can spot

#17 bangbang023 on 28 Sep 2003 - 20:36

the sign in sounds work fine for me

#18 XeroByte on 28 Sep 2003 - 20:42

3° stuff is also still there...

#19 Electroglitter on 28 Sep 2003 - 20:42

dude, the MSN 6.1 beta build is hella slow, any more download links or mirrors?

(1 reply) #20 tommyswf on 28 Sep 2003 - 21:16

i just found three difference between MSN 6.0 and MSN 6.1
did anynore found more then three?

#20.1 slang123 on 28 Sep 2003 - 21:29

true, but do remember msn 6.1 isnt final yet, and its not a full version change so only expect a couple of extra features like with any software

#21 bangbang023 on 28 Sep 2003 - 21:36

I have removed the BETA text and AD bar, I will send anyone the copy of the messenger executable if they wish to host it

I don't know how to make a patcher, but I used bedrocks instructions to remove the stuff, so if anyone wants to host the hacked EXE just let me know

#22 scubamess on 28 Sep 2003 - 21:40

Major changes are:

MSN Messenger:

* A new log manager that auto highlights the start and end of conversations
* Integration with MSN Chat
* More games have been added
* SPOT Watch Notifications
* Client/Server protocol enhancements

MSN Explorer:

* Changed "Safety and Security" to "Safety", changed icon
* Fixed toolbar displays
* Added more items to feedback
* Popup gaurd now properly displays a thumbnail of blocked popup windows.
* Preview pane for Email
* A new option for to automatically forward your junk email to the MSN Abuse team

Last edited by 30495 on 29 Sep 2003 - 23:59

#23 slang123 on 28 Sep 2003 - 21:55

btw theres already a games patcher at http://games.mess.be how quick was that?

#24 Xool on 28 Sep 2003 - 22:18

Anyone know how to extract resources in .mar files ?

(1 reply) #25 Gary_Player on 28 Sep 2003 - 22:43

Wow, so the rest of the world gets it and they don't tell us beta-testers ****

#25.1 evilecho on 29 Sep 2003 - 12:58

yea wtf is up w/ that

#26 Trade Wind on 28 Sep 2003 - 23:00

Beta Testers: they are testing various update scenarios. They did notify people via newsgroups, and for those who don't follow them, they will be sending update notifications when you login on a staggered basis (new).

#27 powerdafuture on 29 Sep 2003 - 00:37

I don't understand, TradeWind...

#28 hobsgrg on 29 Sep 2003 - 01:43

i like some of the subtle changes they've made in the email in this build like allow all images from this sender

#29 Rob_170787 on 29 Sep 2003 - 02:01

never mind

Last edited by Rob_170787 on 18 Feb 2007 - 05:47

#30 noll3095 on 29 Sep 2003 - 02:37

Yes it removes the sounds. They're still in the MSI so I just extracted them and placed them in the directory, all is good.

(3 replies) #31 LordLOC on 29 Sep 2003 - 06:05

Uh, is anyone else getting vibrantmedia links on this news post? I have 3 words highlighted that are links to crappy vibrantmedia links. In javascript apparently. Not in Firebird or Opera though, only IE.

#31.1 YaddaMe on 29 Sep 2003 - 07:41

Removed

Last edited by 98 on 29 Sep 2003 - 12:04

#31.2 YaddaMe on 29 Sep 2003 - 16:20

add the following to your windows Hosts file:
127.0.0.1 www.gotoast.com
127.0.0.1 www.vibrantmedia.com
127.0.0.1 itxt.vibrantmedia.com

and they will disappear

#31.3 LordLOC on 29 Sep 2003 - 20:03

Yeah I already have them in my hosts file, that's why this is ticking me off bigtime.

#32 idbuythatforadollar on 29 Sep 2003 - 08:31

thanks bedrock,

MSN 6.1.128 Ads and BETA text remover

msn6.1.128.patch.tHe_cLeanER.zip

#33 kljs on 29 Sep 2003 - 08:40

did anyone tried out the banner and BETA remover above?

#34 idbuythatforadollar on 29 Sep 2003 - 08:44

yeh, me...

i wouldnt release an un-tested program! lol

(2 replies) #35 bravetiger25 on 29 Sep 2003 - 12:40

hey, have you any notice? look at new homepage for family and etc in account&billing.

#35.1 deheermom on 29 Sep 2003 - 13:01

whats your site?

#35.2 bravetiger25 on 29 Sep 2003 - 13:49

oops. I mean MSN Personal address in Account and Billing.

#36 evilecho on 29 Sep 2003 - 12:58

i notice in the new build under sately i think it was...........
that a virus protecting - that says coming soon
and a firwall that also says coming soon.............. any of u guys get this

#37 smashguy on 29 Sep 2003 - 18:39

yeah...LOL

#38 seebaran on 30 Sep 2003 - 01:12

Why MSN 9 still won't fly. It's not familiar enough for ex-AOL members.

1) Multiple windows are not grouped together in one main frame.

2) Annoyance of web-page format services for things like Settings, Mail, organizing favorites, etc.

3) MSN People & Chat receives no attention and has no special premium software to make things run more streamlined.

4) Illogical methods of menu bar items. I.E. - 'Feeback' menu? Cluttered 'View' menu. 'Edit' menu could be 'more useful everyday' with Undo, Redo, Spell Check, Translator, Theasarus.

5) Search Box item for Dashboard should be added. It'd give you the option for searing the entire Microsoft Network from web search, to mail search, to recipe finder, to maps, tv listings, movie times, etc.

6) MSN.com seriously needs a more stream-lined designed. My MSN needs to acutally be useful and add Mail Headers and other Hotmail info instead of generic Communication links.

5) Cannot easily send an new IM to people not in the contact list.

6) Cannot easily show the dashboard with a mouseover when currently closed. That'd be more convenient.

7) Sign in is clunky. Simplify it.

Basically, MSN Explorer is just full of links to MSN content you can access through links with Internet Explorer. That's not very useful at all. How about actually software-versions of its site for People & Chat, Money, Encarta, etc?

I have a screenshot of an MSN 9 client i made myself that brings my vision into a JPG. If you wanna see it, e-mail/MSN IM me at scuba_steve83@msn.com

- Stephen

#39 DJ Prem on 30 Sep 2003 - 06:11

I cannot run MSN 9.0 is anyone sled having this problem?

#40 AZKABAZ on 30 Sep 2003 - 10:26

yeah im having trouble with the program too. When i clicked the installer i got the window that has the licence agreement and the red bar progresses to the end and then the window just closes but i guess it installed because the icon popped up on the desktop and the files appeard in the installation directory but when i double click on MSN9.exe nothing happens but when the Task Manager is activated and i scroll through the programs there is msn.exe so why cant i see the MSN9 window??

Last edited by 32273 on 30 Sep 2003 - 10:34

#41 helloalexb on 30 Sep 2003 - 10:29

not that i care really but YAY free subscription with ISP, well mmeaning i get to test this crap for fun.

#42 JoDaddy on 07 Nov 2003 - 07:11

Have the new version of MSN 9 (Beta) and MSN messenger 6.1. I switched to MSN from AOL because I hated AOL for some of the obvious reasons (Email, you have to use AOL to sign in...). I hated the first version of MSN Explorer, but this version; it's freaking awesome. I love the dashboard, and I don't know if you guys have seen it, but the MSN photo swap thing in MSN messenger, it's really cool. To save a picture, just click it and drag it to something. It's a smaller preview of the full picture, but defniately a cool idea. Also the slide show is cool. I could prob talk a lot about this, but I'm not going to. Cool program.

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