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Facebook Messenger updated with native Apple Watch app, split-screen multitasking, more
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster published
Facebook has pushed out an update to its Messenger app on iPhone and iPad today, bringing a native Apple Watch app, along with support for Spotlight integration and split-screen multitasking on iPad.

Facebook Messenger's direct payments feature now available to everyone in the U.S.
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster published
Facebook has announced that its direct payments feature is now available to all users in the U.S., following a slow rollout that began with users in New York City earlier this year.

You can now sign up for Facebook Messenger without a Facebook account
By Jared DiPane published
Facebook has changed the criteria for signing up for its Messenger service, and now users just need a phone number. The previous requirement of a Facebook account has been removed.

Facebook Messenger expands its direct payment feature, rolls out in New York City
By John Callaham last updated
The Facebook Messenger app has added some more options for users who can access its direct payments features, along with rolling out payment support to the New York City metro area.

Facebook Messenger's free video calling feature is now available in most countries
By John Callaham published

Facebook Messenger adds free video calling for the US and 17 more countries
By John Callaham published
Facebook has announced a new update to its Facebook Messenger app that adds support for free video calls for the US and 17 other countries.

Facebook announces payment services through Messenger
By John Callaham published
Facebook has announced a new feature for its Messenger app that will allow users to send and receive money from their friends.

Facebook Messenger adds quick and easy sharing with new extension
By Joseph Keller published

Facebook begins testing sound clip transcription in Messenger
By Dan Thorp-Lancaster published

Facebook's new Stickered for Messenger will let you slap stickers onto any photo
By Derek Kessler published

Facebook successfully makes over a half-billion people download Messenger app
By John Callaham published

Facebook reportedly making Messenger app mandatory for chat over the next few days
By Sam Sabri last updated

Best messaging apps for iPhone: Hangouts, LINE, WhatsApp, and more!
By Allyson Kazmucha published

Facebook to kill in-app messaging in favor of using dedicated Facebook Messenger app
By Simon Sage published
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