MSN Messenger to integrate voice, video
InfoWorld | at | by Mike
Microsoft is prepping a new version of its MSN Messenger software that includes integrated Webcam and gaming features in an apparent bid to beat rival America Online (AOL) to market. AOL has been reined in by regulators from offering some advanced instant messaging (IM) services.
The next version of MSN Messenger, due to be launched during either the second or third quarter, will include integrated voice and video features which allow users to communicate live, face-to-face over IM, the software maker said Monday.
Users are currently offered Webcam functionality over MSN Messenger, but as an add-on service provided by Microsoft partner Logitech.