Facebook Messenger Updates

[Sushubh]

i thought fb was selling sticker packs now?

 

[SVK]

Yes, there is this stupid sticker thing which is being sold, and people actually buy it (!?) on FB Messenger. I never understood use of stickers, but then I guess its for teenagers and not for person like me above age 30

 

[Sushubh]

selling stuff like stickers and themes is more profitable than selling the app itself or a subscription. people prefer to pay for selective things they like instead of being forced to pay for thing.

 

[Sushubh]

Facebook Messenger Moneypenny digital assistant - Business Insider

 

[Sushubh]

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[amish]

Its probably because lots of people must have marked it as SPAM.

 

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[amish]

Btw date inside that image is 2014!! So telegram guys are just faking it as if its recent?

 

[Sushubh]

that's the date of the previous message. probably a test account of one of the telegram engineers.
facebook has fixed the issue.


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[amish]

Telegram is no threat to Facebook. Its negligible thing.

Even after so many spammy posts telegram has made no threat to whatsapp.

So Facebook has no reason to block it as of now.

So only reason it got blocked was because they spammed many users and people started marking it as spam. And hence facebook security system automatically started blocking it.

 

[Sushubh]

Introducing Transportation on Messenger | Facebook Newsroom

Today, we’re expanding the services available to you with our launch of transportation on Messenger. With this new feature, you can request a ride from a car service without ever needing to download an extra app or leave a conversation. It’s super easy and doesn’t take you away from the plans that you’re making with your friends or family.

Whether you’re meeting friends for lunch, on your way to a concert, or running late for work, Messenger and our partners can get you to your destination faster.

To get started, download the latest version of Messenger. Then, from within a conversation, tap the more menu and choose Transportation. You can also search directly for Uber – our first partner – and tap the car icon to request a ride. From there, you’ll receive updates on your driver’s status and notify your friends that you’ve called a ride. With the ability to request, track and pay for a ride in Messenger, we’re making transportation as simple as sending a message.

Your first ride is free

For a limited time, you’ll get a free ride the first time you use this feature (up to $20 value) with Uber. All you have to do to claim your free ride is link your existing Uber account or set up a new account within Messenger and request a ride. Driver status updates and payment receipts will get delivered to a private conversation between you and Uber. With everything in one place, you can seamlessly keep track of your ride and payment history.

The fine print

This service is currently in testing and will be available to select users in the locations where Uber operates in the United States. More countries and other transportation partners will be available soon.

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