Viber has released version 4.0 of its platform on iPhone and Android. This is an important update to the platform since it brings two, new core features including a Sticker Market with many new stickers available for free and for purchase, and a new Push To Talk feature for instant voice messaging.
The release also provides support for Android tablets, taking advantage of the new form factor. Additionally, this is the first release in which Viber will introduce a monetisation feature to its millions of users.
Push To Talk (Instant Voice Messaging) ? Communicate For Free, Instantly
Viber users? favorite contacts are just a tap away with the introduction of Push To Talk, an instant form of communication that lets Viber users send short voice messages to each other. Viber?s Push To Talk is significantly better than that of other messaging apps. Typically, Push To Talk is a four-step process ? record, send, download, play. Viber does all four at the same time. This way, the average response time to a 15 second message is 4-6 seconds, rather than 45-60 seconds.
Upgrades And Enhancements From Top-To-Bottom
In addition to the major new features, Viber 4.0 is packed with upgrades, enhancements and new features that take the platform to a whole new level. New features include:
Message forwarding to any group or contact
Choose new conversation backgrounds from a custom background gallery
Group conversations with up to 100 participants
Viber on Android, Now Optimized for Tablets
Version 4.0 of Viber includes several new features available only on Android. Top amongst these is support for Android tablets. The new version of Viber has been designed to take advantage of the tablet form factor and users can now enjoy Viber on an unlimited number of Android tablets in addition to their smartphone. Viber?s support of Android tablets is similar to that of desktops, bringing the user?s mobile contacts to the tablet and providing full synchronisation with messages and calls on the other devices. Other Android specific enhancements include:
Improved notifications for Android 4.0 and up
Light Up Screen setting for incoming messages
Use Viber messaging while on a Viber call
