Viber has released its new version, giving users three major updates to the platform.
The new version features new instant video message, chat extension that lets users access 3rd party services and quickly search for stickers, and redesigned emoticons with a fun new look.
Instant Video IM
With just a quick press and hold, users can now start recording a video message for their friends. The new feature is built right into the chat window and is accessed with a quick swipe on the voice message button.
Instant Video Messages in Viber will be presented as circular videos and limited to 30 seconds, keeping them light, simple, and fun.
Chat Extensions
Users can now access 3rd party services right from Viber. The new version features support for Giphy, Wikipedia, and TheMovieDB, with more being added on a continuing basis. Accessing these services will be easy – users just need to tap “@” and chose the service name followed by a search query. In addition, users will be able to access Viber’s collection of playful stickers the same way. So just typing @stickers or tapping the@ symbol will let users quickly start a search for their favorite stickers.
Redesigned Emoticons
On top of the new features, Viber has redesigned all of the emoticons available in its app. The new images were designed with a flat, colorful aesthetic that gives them a visual pop and makes them way more fun.
All these new updates are now available on Android and iOS versions.
