Keeping up with the pace, Meta announced the closure of its Messenger App for Windows and Mac. Such a significant transformation is indeed necessary for users who are closely tied with Messenger desktop applications, constantly in chat. Why the announcement was made, and what will remain with users after such a decision-now find out below.
Why Shut Down The Desktop Version?
As per Meta, increased usage of Messenger by people is now on mobiles and web platforms. Desktop fell to remaining back. Instead, the latest report also talks to all the improvements being made for Messenger's web version and the internal chat experience for the Facebook app, which in itself is a strategic move to close and focus on the main platform.
It's Going To Happen When?
It was communicated by the company that after some time, Messenger would no longer be available on Windows and Mac: "Messenger desktop app will no longer be available," reads the notice that one may see pop up for some who logs in into Messenger.
What Other Options Are Offered To Users?
Now, all functions can be performed by Messenger users under the Messenger symbol from Facebook.com. From there, users can simply converse right on the site messenger.com. This means that the company is already working on giving an even easier and lighter user experience.
Changes Also in Security and Encryption
With the introduction of E2EE to Messenger, this eventually covers all platforms. This feature will remain between web and mobile even after closing the desktop app. The more confidential private conversations of Meta user privacy seek to secure better the data.
Meta Roadmaps
Presently, what the company has set its sights on is its AI, metaverse, and cross-platform communications. Even if it shuts its Messenger desktop application, however, its dream is that in the future chat would be much closer -- cross Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.
It may seem like it has really closed down an age for most people. According to the company, however, it is now taking steps toward a better-faster, smarter, and more secure messaging experience. Since most people have really grown into using Messenger the old-fashioned way, this will be the time for many users to adjust to the modern Messenger on the web and mobile.
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