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Recently I am embraced the Mac. I'm currently writing this post from my new unibody Macbook, using OS X and I'm finding it a really pleasurable and a less frustrating experience. Nevertheless, the current Messenger for Mac, or "Microsoft Messenger" as its program is really called, lacks several of the core features required for the day to day interactions with our contacts. In many ways, it looks better than it performs.
Build 8.0.0.090205 has been circulating around the web, and offers audio and video support. This feature has been long-waited, but in the leaked build, the short-comings of the program make it highly unstable and not worth the download for these highly desired set of features. This is an early build, and a lot of work is still required.
Ever since Macs went Intel based, their potential has become wider. It appears that Microsoft may make Messenger for Mac 8 an Intel only build, a common trend among many pieces of Mac software. The transition period to Intel based Macs should mean the minimal amount of users are affected by this change. This however, is still unconfirmed by Microsoft.
Microsoft Messenger for Mac is shaping up to be a feature packed, highly-polished product. Although nothing can compete with the customization options within Windows Live Messenger for Windows, the program is intentionally designed to be simple; the cooperate mode shows it is not just meant to chat to friends, it is designed to enable productivity. When the complete version is released, expect an in-depth feature on all the individual changes.
View more information and a selection of screenshots
View the Microsoft product page for Messenger for Mac
Build 8.0.0.090205 has been circulating around the web, and offers audio and video support. This feature has been long-waited, but in the leaked build, the short-comings of the program make it highly unstable and not worth the download for these highly desired set of features. This is an early build, and a lot of work is still required.
Ever since Macs went Intel based, their potential has become wider. It appears that Microsoft may make Messenger for Mac 8 an Intel only build, a common trend among many pieces of Mac software. The transition period to Intel based Macs should mean the minimal amount of users are affected by this change. This however, is still unconfirmed by Microsoft.
Microsoft Messenger for Mac is shaping up to be a feature packed, highly-polished product. Although nothing can compete with the customization options within Windows Live Messenger for Windows, the program is intentionally designed to be simple; the cooperate mode shows it is not just meant to chat to friends, it is designed to enable productivity. When the complete version is released, expect an in-depth feature on all the individual changes.
View more information and a selection of screenshots View the Microsoft product page for Messenger for MacThere were rumours that M2 of Windows Live Messenger 9 would be released to testers sometime this week. Today a new version of Windows Live Messenger 9 was leaked, showing what was seen in the leaked screenshots of last week. This however, is of the M1 build testers have had for a while, not the new M2 build, which was expected to be out this or even next week. Notable changes include:
The new build does not currently work with Messenger Plus! Live, and will be unlikely to until Windows Live Messenger 9 is officially released.
Screenshot: Contact List
Screenshot: Conversation Window
Screenshot: About Box
- The program now has real Window handlers, at least in Windows Vista
- URLs in personal messages now are clickable
- The groups feature has been updated and become more customisable
- You can now have a favourite contacts list, which appears before other contacts
- There are several glossy effects used within the program
- Display pictures have been moved to the left in conversation windows
- Conservation messages are now in bullet points when sent
- You have now the ability to share photos with contacts
The new build does not currently work with Messenger Plus! Live, and will be unlikely to until Windows Live Messenger 9 is officially released.
Screenshot: Contact List Screenshot: Conversation Window Screenshot: About BoxOur post this week gained some extreme attention, which has seen a sharp spike in users. Well the snowball effect seems to be in place as it appears Inky, once a Windows Live intern, has published some exclusive screenshots of the new version of Windows Live Messenger:
Well, it appears Microsoft haven't really integrated the WPF effects very well, if at all, in these leaked screenshots. However I make one thing clear: it will be coming, and we have seen it. I guess now we will have to wait to see how things develop.
Edit: Apparently the screenshots shown are not of the latest build and are believed to be old. Our inside source claims the design has been tweaked and changed again in the latest version, using the WPF effects we talked about this week.
Screenshot: Contact list
Screenshot: Conversation
Screenshot: Sharing photos
Screenshot: About box
Source: mess.be
Update: See this newer post for more exclusive information regarding the next version of Windows Live Messenger, its new interface, and these leaked screenshots.
In the feature department quite a few things have been added and changed as well. The biggest of which is the new Groups feature (while the old groups are renamed to Categories). A Group is a special chat room to which you can invite your buddies, and which stays on your contact list until you delete it (making it an instant multi-party conversation). The group will appear to be online when a another buddy in the group is also online. With a group, you can share files, photos, chat history, etc. (More coverage on Liveside). Aside from groups, there's another new entry in the contact list: the Favorites category. This category is always shown at the top, and when contacts are added to them their full details are shown in your contact list (similar to the "Show all contact details" feature in v8.5). The favorites category is also shown on older clients, where it will display as a regular category.
Along with the new UI of the conversation window (most noticeably the display pictures appearing at the left side of the conversation), a new feature has also been added: photo sharing. You can add or remove photos from the current session, and browse through them while you and your buddy discuss the currently displayed photo. Although we couldn't try it out in detail yet, this promises to make it much easier to show all those holiday and party photos to your buddies.
The build in question is the first milestone after the questionable BETA period which was closed at the end of June, with a new second milestone already coming up. We can't wait to see what turns up in the next few months... Seeing as the most-requested features haven't been added yet (Messenger Team, we're looking at you!). We will keep you posted.
Well, it appears Microsoft haven't really integrated the WPF effects very well, if at all, in these leaked screenshots. However I make one thing clear: it will be coming, and we have seen it. I guess now we will have to wait to see how things develop.
Edit: Apparently the screenshots shown are not of the latest build and are believed to be old. Our inside source claims the design has been tweaked and changed again in the latest version, using the WPF effects we talked about this week.
Screenshot: Contact list Screenshot: Conversation Screenshot: Sharing photos Screenshot: About box Source: mess.beUpdate: See this newer post for more exclusive information regarding the next version of Windows Live Messenger, its new interface, and these leaked screenshots.
We all seem to have missed this when it was first leaked on Wednesday but what is apparently a beta of the next version of Windows Live Messenger, branded version 8.5.1235.0517, is now out in the wild.
The build was apparently leaked to the website Messenger Adictos by a Microsoft MVP who managed to get hold of it as it was being distributed to Microsoft employees. Messenger Adictos then compressed the installer inside their own branded installer, to gain publicity, which you can download at their website.
The main changes in the build are obviously the UI and the installer which are so clear when you download and install it that I feel no need to talk about here. The other main change is apparently "reinforced security" including integration with Windows Live OneCare and Windows Live Family Safety.
The leaked build is in Spanish but you can download the English language dll here, or according to mess.be "you can copy the old language file ("msglang.dll") of Windows Live Messenger 8.1.0178 over the new one ("msglang.8.5.1235.0517.dll"). Note that the installation directory has also been changed to "C:/Program Files/Windows Live/Messenger" making the transition from MSN Messenger to Windows Live Messenger complete".
You can make Messenger Plus! Live work with it by following MenthiX's instructions at MsgHelp, however you should note that Messenger Plus! Lives chat logging no longer seems to work (as reported here). You can also make most of the StuffPlug features work by moving the msacm32.dll file (located in the old MSN Messenger folder) into the new Windows Live/Messenger folder.
I find it important to note the reliability of the build. Although it is well known that the Messenger team are working the next milestone (version 9) they are known to work on builds that are two or three versions away from the next release. Apparently this leaked build is an internal beta of the next version of Messenger which will be 8.5, an interim release. There was talk of there not being a version 8.5 at all and that this version was just a skin, however the changes in the installer and the interface, both of which seem to be to match the look of other Windows Live software such as Windows Live Writer and Windows Live Mail, and the fact that the installer is digitally signed by Microsoft seem to point to an official 8.5 beta coming soon, even if it is just to prepare us for version 9.
Download Windows Live Messenger 8.5 public beta (US English) (link updated)
Download the English language dll for Windows Live Messenger 8.5 leaked beta
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The build was apparently leaked to the website Messenger Adictos by a Microsoft MVP who managed to get hold of it as it was being distributed to Microsoft employees. Messenger Adictos then compressed the installer inside their own branded installer, to gain publicity, which you can download at their website.
The main changes in the build are obviously the UI and the installer which are so clear when you download and install it that I feel no need to talk about here. The other main change is apparently "reinforced security" including integration with Windows Live OneCare and Windows Live Family Safety.
The leaked build is in Spanish but you can download the English language dll here, or according to mess.be "you can copy the old language file ("msglang.dll") of Windows Live Messenger 8.1.0178 over the new one ("msglang.8.5.1235.0517.dll"). Note that the installation directory has also been changed to "C:/Program Files/Windows Live/Messenger" making the transition from MSN Messenger to Windows Live Messenger complete".
You can make Messenger Plus! Live work with it by following MenthiX's instructions at MsgHelp, however you should note that Messenger Plus! Lives chat logging no longer seems to work (as reported here). You can also make most of the StuffPlug features work by moving the msacm32.dll file (located in the old MSN Messenger folder) into the new Windows Live/Messenger folder.
I find it important to note the reliability of the build. Although it is well known that the Messenger team are working the next milestone (version 9) they are known to work on builds that are two or three versions away from the next release. Apparently this leaked build is an internal beta of the next version of Messenger which will be 8.5, an interim release. There was talk of there not being a version 8.5 at all and that this version was just a skin, however the changes in the installer and the interface, both of which seem to be to match the look of other Windows Live software such as Windows Live Writer and Windows Live Mail, and the fact that the installer is digitally signed by Microsoft seem to point to an official 8.5 beta coming soon, even if it is just to prepare us for version 9.
Download Windows Live Messenger 8.5 public beta (US English) (link updated) Download the English language dll for Windows Live Messenger 8.5 leaked beta View screenshot 1 View screenshot 2 View screenshot 3 View screenshot 4 View screenshot 5I have got my hands on the new Windows Live Messenger build and it is looking good. There are limited places you can download it so I have hosted the file myself due to such demand. The changes are great, it seems more focused on improving old features than adding new ones. However, the installer is still the same and that is the thing I hate most about Windows Live Messenger, hopefully it will be changed soon. Enjoy!
Note: This is a beta and was not indented for the public to use. Use at your own risk.
Download Windows Live Messenger 8.1.0064 beta
Note: This is a beta and was not indented for the public to use. Use at your own risk.
Download Windows Live Messenger 8.1.0064 betaLooks like that news yesterday has come right into our very hands. That's right that new 683 build of Windows Live Messenger has been leaked! The news really is the same as posted by the andyman, but I have some views of my own to.
First beware this is an internal build and believe me the installer was very shaky, it took ages to install and some things crashed when doing so, so be extra cautious with this build. But I bet half of you don't even care about that.
The name of Windows Live Messenger has finally been placed everywhere, no more "Messenger Beta" guys and the new GUI we saw is there are working my eyes like magic. Yet, this build lags my system a lot, more than the 566 build, but I think a lot of bugs have been tackled and fixed, just needs some fine tweaking now and I think Windows Live Messenger is ready for public release.
Yet, MSN Messenger is still where all the data is stored for use and this build still installs in the MSN Messenger directory. Looks like it is hard to fully get rid of the MSN Messenger trademark. But don't let me speak for you, download and install for yourself, I think you will enjoy this build much better.
(Please note: You download and install any leaked builds or downloads we offer you at your own risk. We cannot and will not take responsibilty for any damages caused by dowloading or installing this build or anything else from this site or any mirrors given. Microsoft does not support or endorse downloading or using an unofficial releases/builds of any software.)
Download Windows Live Messenger 8.0.0683.00_Branches
First beware this is an internal build and believe me the installer was very shaky, it took ages to install and some things crashed when doing so, so be extra cautious with this build. But I bet half of you don't even care about that.
The name of Windows Live Messenger has finally been placed everywhere, no more "Messenger Beta" guys and the new GUI we saw is there are working my eyes like magic. Yet, this build lags my system a lot, more than the 566 build, but I think a lot of bugs have been tackled and fixed, just needs some fine tweaking now and I think Windows Live Messenger is ready for public release.
Yet, MSN Messenger is still where all the data is stored for use and this build still installs in the MSN Messenger directory. Looks like it is hard to fully get rid of the MSN Messenger trademark. But don't let me speak for you, download and install for yourself, I think you will enjoy this build much better.
(Please note: You download and install any leaked builds or downloads we offer you at your own risk. We cannot and will not take responsibilty for any damages caused by dowloading or installing this build or anything else from this site or any mirrors given. Microsoft does not support or endorse downloading or using an unofficial releases/builds of any software.)
Download Windows Live Messenger 8.0.0683.00_BranchesLeaks are everywhere these days. Messenger Plus! Live has really stirred things up but yet another popular add-on for MSN Messenger and Windows Live Messenger has been leaked, this time the famous Messenger Discovery Live.
Messenger Discovery is known, for one thing, bugs. It is completely laced with them; the creator has been accused of sloppy coding or rushing the program. Personally, I think it is rushed. It has tons of features, a lot that look bad and hardly work. That being said, I think Messenger Discovery Live has changed this. But no, not at all. Still the same problems as before, yet I must say it seems a little better.
There are some features that I love, nice things like changing the 'MSN Messenger' text and re-signing in if messenger signs you out. The system tray problem has also be looked at, this time you have the option of adding the program to your system tray, but if you don't a floating menu appears instead, and it is rather ugly. Yet, I hope that this is a rough beta phase and maybe these bugs will be fixed in the future and if it is, you are waiting for a great program.
View a screenshot of the hot new program
Messenger Discovery is known, for one thing, bugs. It is completely laced with them; the creator has been accused of sloppy coding or rushing the program. Personally, I think it is rushed. It has tons of features, a lot that look bad and hardly work. That being said, I think Messenger Discovery Live has changed this. But no, not at all. Still the same problems as before, yet I must say it seems a little better.
There are some features that I love, nice things like changing the 'MSN Messenger' text and re-signing in if messenger signs you out. The system tray problem has also be looked at, this time you have the option of adding the program to your system tray, but if you don't a floating menu appears instead, and it is rather ugly. Yet, I hope that this is a rough beta phase and maybe these bugs will be fixed in the future and if it is, you are waiting for a great program.
View a screenshot of the hot new programOh noes, it is like a flashback again as MSN Messenger's most respected add-on has been leaked. So what info can I tell you, well the bear minimum, although I know rather a lot I am using other sources to compare what is in this post. First, the build version, 4.0.0.214 was leaked last night, this is in fact one of the betas, but nowhere near the latest. The file size is 9MB in size and there are no issues installing and using.
However, if you do come across this beta, you may find yourself trapped in one of the many viruses out there, but if you are lucky enough for that not to happen to you, there is something you should be aware of. First, as it is a beta is maybe laced with many bugs, which can damage your computer. This is a warning, but then again I doubt that will stop you.
However, what will stop you is this. Patchou, will find the leaker and they will be struck from testing. In addition, the new leaking method means Patchou can turn the beta on/off by the flick of a button, you may find with the beta you cannot sign into Windows Live Messenger. So using the Messenger Plus! Live maybe impossible.
I cannot reveal anything, I have been trusted not to do so, so no features will be revealed unless they are made publicly on another website, I currently have one screenshot from betaxp.net, which is all you can get out of this at the moment. Sorry if the post sounded downhearted but it has ruined testing for us all. Messenger Plus! Live maybe delayed because of this situation. Have a nice day everyone!
However, if you do come across this beta, you may find yourself trapped in one of the many viruses out there, but if you are lucky enough for that not to happen to you, there is something you should be aware of. First, as it is a beta is maybe laced with many bugs, which can damage your computer. This is a warning, but then again I doubt that will stop you.
However, what will stop you is this. Patchou, will find the leaker and they will be struck from testing. In addition, the new leaking method means Patchou can turn the beta on/off by the flick of a button, you may find with the beta you cannot sign into Windows Live Messenger. So using the Messenger Plus! Live maybe impossible.
I cannot reveal anything, I have been trusted not to do so, so no features will be revealed unless they are made publicly on another website, I currently have one screenshot from betaxp.net, which is all you can get out of this at the moment. Sorry if the post sounded downhearted but it has ruined testing for us all. Messenger Plus! Live maybe delayed because of this situation. Have a nice day everyone!
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Edit: Sorry guys, this was a fake news post. It was a competition set up by patchou for you all to join in, basiclly people had to trick as many websites that this was a real leak and of course I joined, knowing the truth. But other sites such as messengermad.com and msgshit.com fell for it, but I am sorry for any inconvience this may of caused. Just proves you should check your sources. I always do unless I found some or had an exclusive.
The winner gets a t-shirt and you can still enter here.
Also if you were fooled contact us just to see how far the last 24 hours got us. If you are worried if I will be posting stuff like this again, I won't, it was a one off, mess.be have done it so don't have a go at me. Again I am sorry for misleading anyone.
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