Neowin News Feed for: Messenging

Google and global carriers plan to replace SMS with new RCS messaging

John Devon — Tue, 23 Feb 2016 01:20:01 +0000

In a bid to compete with app-based messengers, Google is helping a consortium of carriers implement Rich Communication Services (RCS) to succeed SMS, bringing read receipts to regular texting. Read more...

Telegram messenger deletes 78 public channels potentially used by terrorists

John Devon — Thu, 19 Nov 2015 04:46:01 +0000

As the encrypted messenger service tries to balance its commitment to free speech, recent attacks in Paris and Beirut have prompted Telegram to block public channels the company says are used by ISIS. Read more...

Wire extends its service to Windows

Matt Brown — Thu, 29 Oct 2015 12:08:01 +0000

Wire has expanded to its fourth platform today, making its debut on the Windows platform. The application offers a majority of features found in existing solutions on iOS, Android and Mac OS X. Read more...

Telegram reaches 12bn messages a day, acknowledges terrorists use the encrypted service

John Devon — Wed, 23 Sep 2015 06:44:01 +0000

At TechCrunch Disrupt, CEO Pavel Durov touts the security of the cross-platform Telegram, while harshly criticizing WhatsApp, but also acknowledged the service was used by terrorists. Read more...

Microsoft addressing Skype messaging issues; hints at Windows Phone 8.1 plans

John Callaham — Mon, 25 Nov 2013 15:54:42 +0000

In a new interview, Microsoft's Skype product manager Jeff Kunins says the team is working to fix ongoing issues with messaging in their clients, while also hinting at their Windows Phone 8.1 plans. Read more...