BBM for iOS and Android launched yesterday, after the app was delayed for a few weeks, and now BlackBerry has announced that BBM for Android hit 5 million downloads in just 8 hours.
BBM for iOS and Android allows you to message your friends over BlackBerry Messenger across multiple platforms. The service had previously only been available from BlackBerry to BlackBerry devices.
You can now send messages, photos, and more via BBM from your iPhone, Android device, or BlackBerry device to these three platforms.
Features and Functionality
BBM for iOS and Android brings a host of features that were previously exclusive to BlackBerry devices. Users can enjoy real-time conversations with friends and family, share multimedia files such as photos and voice notes, and even create group chats. The app also includes BBM Channels, which allows users to join conversations happening around their favorite topics. Additionally, BBM offers a high level of security with end-to-end encryption, making it a reliable choice for those concerned about privacy.
It seems like the roll out of BBM for Android and iOS was queued, so it will be interesting to see how many have downloaded the app after 24 hours. The initial response has been overwhelmingly positive, indicating a strong demand for the service across different platforms.
Challenges and Delays
BBM for iOS and Android was supposed to launch last month. However, the app was leaked before it was officially released, and over 1 million people were using the leaked app. This unexpected turn of events forced BlackBerry to delay the launch of the official app. The company had to clean up the issues caused by the leaked version, which included server overloads and performance glitches.
The app launched briefly last month but was quickly pulled due to these issues. BlackBerry took this time to ensure that the official release would be smooth and that the app would perform optimally across all devices. This delay, although frustrating for eager users, was necessary to provide a seamless experience.
The successful launch and rapid adoption of BBM for iOS and Android signify a significant milestone for BlackBerry. It shows that despite the company’s struggles in the hardware market, its software solutions still hold considerable value. The cross-platform availability of BBM could potentially revive interest in BlackBerry’s other offerings and services.
Source The Next Web, TechMeme
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