The BlackBerry Messenger (Meaning and How it Works)

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september 30,2012
The BlackBerry Messenger is software developed by Research In Motion(now BlackBerry) which make instant messaging, voice notes, images and video possible by one BlackBerry Smartphone user to another user. The software may not be present in some models of BlackBerry phones. However, the good thing about it is that it can be downloaded from the device manufacturer website (Application Store) into the BlackBerry phone or device concern.

The BlackBerry Messenger is propriety software of BlackBerry. Its encrypted platform for communication among BlackBerry devices makes it the world most reliable means of communication in terms of confidentiality. This is one of the driving factors for BlackBerry Smartphone market dominance for nearly a decade.

This messaging could be between two users or group of BlackBerry Smartphone users who wish to share messages, photos, music, calendars etc. Group messaging (invite to conference) is made possible with the latest 0.5 version of BlackBerry Messenger software. This newest version can be downloaded from the BlackBerry Application Store.

How BlackBerry Messenger Works

In order for the BlackBerry Messenger feature to work, there are certain factors that most be in place.
1. The BlackBerry Messenger Software most be present, if the need be the latest version at both ends. That is for those wish to use the platform.
2. Open conversation and invite contact. If the recipient name is already stored on BlackBerry messenger. Send a request via the BlackBerry PIN or an email.
3. The recipient of the Ping has to accept the request for the conversation to sail through. If you are in the receiving end, click on the trackball, then click on open and accept. If you don’t want to receive the Ping for whatever reason click on decline.
4. To send your message, click on the contact, select conversation. Then type your message, click on the enter key for the message to be sent.

There is a need for a valid BlackBerry Data plan for BlackBerry instant messaging to be free. What do you know about BlackBerry Messenger, feel free to comment or give your observations.