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lilmz-obsessive
08-12-2009, 04:31 AM
looking for a stable IM app that will support MSN? I currently have MobileLinked which is crap but the best I've found so far, JB phone so not fussed who the app is by so long as it is secure?

Cheers
iphonewarrior
08-12-2009, 06:53 AM
I use IM+

It's very good, it's a little pricey but it's worth it in my eyes.

You don't just get MSN accounts, you can even add;

skype
AOL
twitter
facebook
Yahoo
google talk
Jabber
ICQ
Myspace

So as you can see you've got a lot to play with there. It's a good all rounder.
lilmz-obsessive
08-12-2009, 07:41 AM
I use IM+

It's very good, it's a little pricey but it's worth it in my eyes.

You don't just get MSN accounts, you can even add;

skype
AOL
twitter
facebook
Yahoo
google talk
Jabber
ICQ
Myspace

So as you can see you've got a lot to play with there. It's a good all rounder.

only have .use msn, am looking for something stable as what I am currently using constantly crashes and has no way to save and or export the covnersations?
iphonewarrior
08-12-2009, 07:46 AM
Well IM+ saves your conversations.

I'm sure you can use the native Copy+Paste on the iphone to paste any conversations into an email...

It seems stable enough to me. I'm not going to deny, when I first updated my firmware to 3.0 i suffered a few crashes but now it's stable.
crupp
08-12-2009, 09:10 AM
I've used BeeJive for years and love it.
iksn
08-12-2009, 11:55 AM
Beejive- the best.
evolution83
08-12-2009, 12:26 PM
Beejive FTW!
iphonewarrior
08-12-2009, 12:28 PM
I've used BeeJive for years and love it.

Beejive- the best.

BeeJive is also a very good app. I never took to it personally, i've only used it a few times, perhaps i'll give it another go. :ok:ok
scott99
08-12-2009, 01:08 PM
I prefer IM+ also. Have Beejive and hated it. IM+ seems so stable. I'm waiting to see if/when Meebo comes out, I liked the Meebo web app a lot.
Hawk
08-12-2009, 01:34 PM
I've been using Fring and the only complaint I have is that I can only use one of my Yahoo IM accounts. Not a big deal. I also have my ICQ, AIM, Skype, MSN, and Google accounts on there as well.
evolution83
08-12-2009, 01:41 PM
I prefer IM+ also. Have Beejive and hated it. IM+ seems so stable. I'm waiting to see if/when Meebo comes out, I liked the Meebo web app a lot.

Don't hold your breath on Meebo. It might take them a long time to release their app. I was reading some info about the release date on their app and one of the developers said they're still working on a release but have no clue when it will be ready.

Check this link (http://forum.meebo.com/viewtopic.php?t=35631&f=1); third response down.
coinstar99
08-12-2009, 03:31 PM
Going to have to throw my 2 cents in for BeeJive as well. I've had it since it came out on the iPhone and have loved it. I've used IM+ and there are a few things I do like, twitter integration and the graphic interface. BeeJive has just been the most stable I've used. Very Happy
lilmz-obsessive
08-13-2009, 02:30 AM
is their a freebie version of either so I can get a feel for them rather that spending money only to discover it's not what I want?
iphonewarrior
08-13-2009, 04:47 AM
Check the appstore, there are loads of different things on there you could look at.

Palringo is free, I used it for a short while. It's a lot better than it used to be.
lilmz-obsessive
08-13-2009, 06:23 AM
ok so Ive downloaded fring, plaringo and nimbuzz? what would be the best way to go about it. Im not thrilled with the idea of creating new accounts?
iphonewarrior
08-13-2009, 06:26 AM
It's totally safe. I've never had any problems with making an account with them.

If needs be, set your account to 'your' spam email address and forget about it.
lilmz-obsessive
08-13-2009, 05:00 PM
It's totally safe. I've never had any problems with making an account with them.

If needs be, set your account to 'your' spam email address and forget about it.


no worries, which of those three would be most reccomended or is it just personal choice?
iphonewarrior
08-13-2009, 05:10 PM
no worries, which of those three would be most reccomended or is it just personal choice?

In reference to 'free' apps or for 'paid' apps?

If paid- then i'd hit IM+ straight down the middle.

If free- then i'd Palringo.

^ the free instant messenger apps you may as well experiment with, you may find they suite your needs.
danipoak
08-13-2009, 05:44 PM
Palringo kicks beejive in the ass. They are virtually the same program except one is a rip off. I've never had problems with Palringo.
evolution83
08-13-2009, 05:58 PM
Isn't there a free version of IM+? I could have swore there was a lite version...unless I'm trippin'.
duvi
08-14-2009, 12:29 PM
I was a big fan of BeeJive... keyword: was.

Now I'm all for IM+... this app is more stable than BeeJiveIM. The only con to BeeJive is that it loads slower.

With the addition to Twitter Push, it's definitely making a push for the top where BeeJive once stood.

P.S. I only paid $5 for IM+. It may still be on sale. If you ask me, if it still is, it's permanent sale.
KabaModern
08-14-2009, 01:56 PM
If Pidgin ever came out with an application for the App Store that would be awesome, I love that client. With that said, I don't message enough on the iPhone to purchase any clients; therefore, I've personally given up on IM clients for the iPhone...
garykirsten63
08-14-2009, 06:52 PM
IM+ is best in my eyes. I used Beejive too but did not feel comfort. In fact IM+ is more stable, smooth and supports variety of account.
iphonewarrior
08-14-2009, 07:55 PM
See...


All these people digg IM+

'told you so....'
:dft011:wicked_smile:dft011:wicked_smile
evolution83
08-14-2009, 08:11 PM
I used IM+ on my Palm years ago but never really liked it. I'll try the lite version for iPhone and see how things go.
duvi
08-14-2009, 10:00 PM
Isn't there a free version of IM+? I could have swore there was a lite version...unless I'm trippin'.

Yes there is. I tried the Lite and I think that is the reason I didn't give the paid version a try. I'm so glad someone recommended the paid version to me. I like it more than the Lite version for the additional features.
evolution83
08-14-2009, 10:47 PM
After reading reviews of the lite version I think I'll pass. Supposedly it sends spam advertisements to friends during chat. Nice. I'll stick with beejive.
jopiej
08-14-2009, 11:14 PM
1+ Beejive IM. I love it..

I experienced too much disappointment with IM+ when I used it with Palm, Symbian and Winmo OS.. I guess it won't be better of too much now and I really don't want to waste another 5 bucks for it.
duvi
08-15-2009, 02:57 PM
After reading reviews of the lite version I think I'll pass. Supposedly it sends spam advertisements to friends during chat. Nice. I'll stick with beejive.


"Supposedly" is the key word... haven't had that issue. Maybe it's the free version?
evolution83
08-15-2009, 03:19 PM
"Supposedly" is the key word... haven't had that issue. Maybe it's the free version?

Yes, I mentioned it was the lite version that does this.
iphonewarrior
08-15-2009, 03:28 PM
IM+

Just buy it. You wont regret it.
lilmz-obsessive
08-16-2009, 09:11 AM
IM+

Just buy it. You wont regret it.


when I next get paid I will...
garykirsten63
08-16-2009, 02:50 PM
So most of the vote goes for IM+. Very good to see.:)
evolution83
08-16-2009, 03:09 PM
I think there are more satisfied customers with Beejive than IM+ if you read the App store reviews.
iphonewarrior
08-16-2009, 04:13 PM
well if the app store was a part of EIC then I think there would be small arguments.

People on here seem to think IM+ is good enough. But... and there's always a but, beejive is a good alternative.

End of the day, its the OP's choice what he/she wants to do. All I can say is, pick whichever you want and let us know how you get on.
lilmz-obsessive
08-18-2009, 05:07 PM
trying IM+ lite for a few days to se if I like