Can you still get BlackBerry Messenger?
BBM, or BlackBerry Messenger, the encrypted messaging service that introduced many to the joys of mobile chat – and was blamed for the 2011 London riots – is finally shutting down on Friday. The Indonesian company that owns the service, announced its plans in April, giving users a month to migrate.
What is BBM on Samsung phone?
BlackBerry Messenger for Android is coming to Samsung Galaxy phones first — if you’re in Africa. Samsung Africa spilled the beans, revealing that the new BlackBerry Messenger app will become part of the Samsung Messenger Hub.
Can you access old BBM chats?
You can only view old chat conversations if you’ve turned on the chat history feature; chat logs are stored on your BlackBerry and aren’t accessible from anywhere else.
How do you use BBM on Android?
Getting Started
- First things first – you’ll need an Android device to install BBM.
- Head to the Google Play Store and download BBM (free) to your device here.
- Once installed, tap on the icon to start the BBM service.
- If you’re already a BBM user and want to use your current BBID, enter your login details on the screen.
What was BlackBerry Messenger called?
BBM
BlackBerry Messenger (better known as BBM) was one of the first instant messaging (IM) platforms that arrived on mobile devices in 2005. People could choose to use a BBM account tied to their unique BlackBerry Pin rather than send a standard text message.
How does BlackBerry Messenger work?
BlackBerry Messenger gives BlackBerry users a quick, easy way to send instant messages to each other using their PIN codes. It’s free and, unlike with e-mail, users can carry on several conversations at the same time. They also can chat with a group, see contacts’ availability, send files and track message status.
How can I recover my BlackBerry chat?
On the left side panel, go to check if the BBM contacts, messages, pictures or videos have been found. If yes, click “Recover” button to bring it all back. If failed, then your BBM chat history should be gone forever.
How do I get my old BBM messages back?
Back Up BBM Chats on Android
- Launch the BBM app on your smartphone.
- Tap the menu option and then select the option that says Settings. This will open the settings menu.
- Turn the option that says Save Chat History to the ON position.
How do I install BBM?
How to Install BBM
- Visit Google Play on your Android smartphone and search for BBM.
- Enter your email address when you will be asked if you have pre-registered.
- Wait for the email to arrive that says you’ve reached the front of the line.
- Tap Next on the following Congratulations screen.