Saturday, April 16, 2011

Reviews: Notes on New IM Releases, Features

Can't decide whether that hot new beta IM is worth the upgrade? Want to compare instant messengers before you decide to join up? This library features review articles on the latest IM releases, features and more.

Top 8 Computer Gifts for Chatters

Looking for exciting computer gifts for your favorite IM enthusiast? If you know someone who is always connected to their IM client , webcam site , or VoIP client (like Skype ), check out these top 8 computer gifts for chatters! After rigorous testing, research and more, these 8 computer gifts carry my recommendation for their...

24im Provides Exceptional Service for Business

Interested in 24im business IM client? Learn why I think 24im is one of the best business IM clients for companies large and small in this official About.com review.

Preview: Yahoo Messenger 11

What's new with Yahoo Messenger 11? Learn the latest about the Yahoo Messenger 11 release, coming soon.

Yahoo Messenger 11 -- Predictions About Yahoo Messenger 11

What predictions do you have for Yahoo Messenger 11? Share what features and functions you expect to see in Yahoo Messenger 11.

Book Review: Facebook Fairytales

Facebook Fairytales is an exciting collection of stories illustrating modern day miracles. Find out why we love Facebook Fairytales.

eBuddy Developers Triumph with Faster, Better Web IM

Have you checked out the new eBuddy web messenger? Find out why we give eBuddy Web Messenger five stars for its new version.

4 Notable Features on the New Digsby

Digsby has released its latest Build 77 of the popular Digsby IM client. Learn more about the new Digsby.

The Best IM Clients 2010

After receiving over 5100 nominations and 26,000 votes for Best IM, the readers of About.com and IM client fans the world around have chosen their selections for the Best IM Clients in the 2010 Reader's Choice Awards.

Chat Roulette Nothing More Than Pornographic Romp

Chat Roulette promises fast connections and new friends, but our review finds Chat Roulette offers a more seedy web cam community than advertised.

XAT Chat Offers Sophomoric Design, Lively Chat

Looking for free chat rooms? XAT Chat is a free service offering many XAT chat rooms and groups. Check out our XAT Chat review on About.com.

Chatab Offers IM, Browsing in One Sweet Package

New to Chatab.com Web-Based IM Client? Find out why About.com gives Chatab.com four stars in its review of the web-based IM client.

MySpaceIM -- About.com Review of MySpaceIM

With the addition of an embedded MySpaceIM client, MySpace has improved its standing among social networks. Read more of our review of MySpaceIM.

Yuuguu Stands Out for Stellar Service

Yuuguu boasts about its ability to connect people with IM and its low-cost conference tools. But, does Yuuguu live up to the hype? Find out what About.com Guide Brandon De Hoyos says in his Yuuguu review.

Facebook Chat Garners 2008 Worst IM Title

Find out why Guide to IM Brandon De Hoyos thinks Facebook Chat is the worst IM of 2008 and what they can do to fix Facebook Chat.

Brosix Public Offers Brains, Not Beauty

Want to know what About.com's Guide to IM thought about the Brosix Public IM Client? Read our review of Brosix Public and find out if our reviewer thought it compared with other top IMs.

Nine Things to Love About Windows Live Messenger 2009

Nine Things to Love About Windows Live Messenger 2009

Getting Lost in Google Lively

Google Lively, a new 3-D instant messenger, brings virtual chat to a whole new level for IM users.

MySpaceIM vs. FacebookIM

We test both social networking giant's instant messengers to find whether MySpaceIM or FacebookIM is a better IM client.

Slow, But Pretty: Yahoo! Messenger for Vista 1.0

Reaching new aesthetic heights as an IM client, Yahoo! Messenger for Vista 1.0 Beta looks better than ever, but does not offer much else in this current test release. With rich colors, a new interface design and a little flexibility, however, Yahoo’s most recent release is enough to make any Windows Vista user salivate.

Five Best Plugins for AIM

With an extensive library of plugins, it is easy to overload AIM 6.8. Here are the top five best plugins for the newest AIM release so you can have the best, while keeping the client efficient.

Simple Program Makes MySpaceIM Dull

With few personalization options and a flat, gray box serving as a window to the open MySpace world, the no-frills MySpaceIM is less confident than expected.

Lively AIM 6.5 Beckons to Gen Y Users: New Beta Freshens Old Messenger

New AOL Instant Messenger Version 6.5 features new capabilities popular with younger IM users, including status broadcasting, IM to cell phone integration, more personalization and a brighter color palatte.

Best Ergonomic Keyboard: Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Desktop 7000

Looking for a good ergonomic keyboard? Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Desktop 7000 is a wireless ergonomic keyboard and mouse set featuring an advanced design for ultimate comfort and safety.

Best Webcam: Microsoft Lifecam Show

Looking for a good webcam? The Microsoft Lifecam Show is a great portable webcam solution and easy to use. Read my review of the Microsoft Lifecam Show.

CNet Reviews Top IM Clients

This 2004 article compares Instant Messengers, features and other accessories.

PC World's 100 Best Products

Did your favorite instant messenger make the list of PC World's 100 Best Products of 2007? Find out in this lively article!

Logitech Squeezebox Brings Endless Music Choices

The Logitech Squeezebox is a music player and Internet radio device which uses Wi-Fi to access literally thousands of music options. Read our review of the Logitech Squeezebox Internet Radio device.

Best IM - 2011 Readers' Choice for Best IM

Best IM - 2011 Readers' Choice for Best IM