Last week it became known that the WhatsApp messenger bought Facebook for 16 billion dollars. For Zuckerberg, this is definitely a very profitable purchase. But many users, especially after the long troubles of WhatsApp in the second half of last week, the question arose: what are the most popular alternatives for a popular messenger? If you are also looking for a good replacement for WhatsApp – this material is for you.
Telegram (Review)
Telegram – a new project of the founder of the social network VKontakte, Pavel Durova, received an unprecedented influx of new users during WhatsApp’s troubles – 100 people per second. Over the past 4 days, Telegram has attracted 9 million new users, the application has become the most downloaded in several dozen countries. This messenger is characterized by high data security, convenient interface and stable operation.
Viber (Review)
Recently, for many people, Viber has already become a full-fledged replacement for WhatsApp. Simple registration, the ability to make free calls and exchange messages (including group chat rooms), and of course – stickers, where without them, make this application “mastehavnym” for many iPhone users.
Google Hangouts (Browse)
The messenger is for Google. Hangouts Available on iOS, Android and in the web version of Google+, which makes it one of the most popular communication services. In addition, the application allows you to organize free video calls up to 9 people and stores the entire history of your correspondence.
One of Viber’s main competitors, WeChat service allows users to send not only text messages and voice calls, but also make video calls in high quality.
LINE
LINE service, popular among schoolchildren, allows not only to communicate between users using text, audio and video calls, but also allows you to share your thoughts and photos with your friends in the manner of a social network. A huge set of stickers and high quality of communication – included.
Skype
A real “veteran” of online communication, the Skype service, does not need special representation. Despite a large number of competitors, Skype remains super popular. Text messages, voice calls, video calls – this combination first appeared here.
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