Facebook Messenger introduces a brand-new desktop app so you can video chat on a larger screen

Facebook Messenger stated Thursday it’s releasing a brand-new desktop app, a relocation that comes as more individuals are utilizing the social media network’s messaging service for calls considering that the start of the unique coronavirus break out.

You can currently utilize Messenger on a desktop internet browser by logging into the primary social media network, today there’s a different desktop app. The brand-new item is an example of how Facebook has actually been reacting to the rise in video and audio calls as more individuals are remaining at house and practicing social distancing. 

It might likewise assist the business take on other services individuals utilize for video talking consisting of Zoom, Apple’s FaceTime, Google’s Hangouts and Microsoft-owned Skype. Zoom has actually dealt with a variety of security and personal privacy issues as giants interrupt calls with porn or pester users.

“Now more than ever, people are using technology to stay in touch with the people they care about, even when physically apart,” stated Stan Chudnovsky, who heads Facebook Messenger, in an article.

Over the previous month, Facebook saw a more than 100% boost in individuals utilizing their desktop internet browser for audio and video calling on Messenger, the business stated. Users can download the app on the Microsoft Store or Mac App Store. Group video calls are complimentary and unrestricted. The desktop app has the very same functions as the mobile app, consisting of dark mode, GIFs and notices.

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