The IM with over 13 million users, which was acquired by Rakuten last year recently announced the release of Viber 5.0 for Android and iOS, along with new versions of its desktop application for Windows, Windows 8 and OS X. Viber 5.0 delivers some powerful new features and enhancements, including the ability to make video calls from your phone for free.
“We’re delighted to bring video calling to mobile,” said Talmon Marco, Viber CEO. “Now that you can make video calls from your phone as well as on your PC and Mac, you can always talk in the way that’s most convenient for you, wherever you happen to be. ”
In addition to video calls, Viber 5.0 also includes an easier and fun way to manage contacts by simply adding their Viber number or scanning a special QR code, along with a number of OS specific enhancements:
iOS users:
Users can manage sticker packs more easily, turn sticker packs on or off, reorder sticker packs, as well as easily forward photo messages.
Android users:
Everyone can enjoy a fresh new redesign, making it easier and more fun.
Viber also announced enhancements to its desktop application for Windows, Windows 8 and OS X:
Desktop v4.3: Includes a new and improved design, a fun backgrounds gallery and many improvements and bug fixes.
Win 8 v3.2: Features a new and improved design, an updated snap mode with stickers, emoticons and notifications. Other highlights and bug fixes include an easier way to search contacts, the ability to see online contacts from the home screen and PNG support for photo messages.
