Japanese emoticons are also know as Kaomoji which translated literally to “face mark”. They are text based emoticons which are formed from Japanese keyboards which have access to an expanded range of characters and Japanese character sets. To make the characters available: for iPhone all you need to do is go to Settings > General > Keyboard > Add New… Read more →
Wechat is most certainly the number one app in China for personal messaging, group messaging and sharing your moments much like the Facebook timeline. Its also gaining popularity in other parts of Asia, so you probably want to know more: about wechat. If you already have it, here’s some tips and tricks: Wechat Voice: Download Wechat Voice for free from… Read more →
Looking for a messenger app that will give you a more personal experience? You’re probably looking for WeChat, an app that’s been said to have half a billion users worldwide. What’s this app? “Over a half billion people use WeChat, the free messaging & calling app that allows you to easily connect with family and friends across countries. It’s the… Read more →
LINE is not just about making calls and sending messages for FREE. Yes, the nature of the app is centered towards connecting people but LINE adds bits of fun and playful elements to the mix. “LINE reshapes communication around the globe, bringing you closer to your family, friends, and loved ones—for free. With voice and video calls, messages, and a limitless variety… Read more →
Did you get the pun? What’s app to Love and Friendship? Anyway, you’ll get it soon enough as you understand what this messenger app is all about. The WhatsApp App? “WhatsApp Messenger is a cross-platform mobile messaging app which allows you to exchange messages without having to pay for SMS.” – From the WhatsApp Website It’s nifty app if you want… Read more →
Is it the new app in town? Technically it is because it was relaunched by the developers, Cubie Inc. This is the new app you need to download when you’re looking for like-minded pals that you can share stuff with and talk to every day. About the Pal Adding App Pal+ (pronounced pal plus) “was made with the goal to… Read more →
Viber? What’s that? “Viber is a free calls, text and video messaging app that keeps you connected with your friends and family anywhere in the world.” – What is VIBER? Are you a smart phone app junkie? If you are, then you may have already known what VIBER is. It’s not the “new kid on the block” but for… Read more →
For someone new to online chat, or new to using WeChat, the whole range of emoticons that will get thrown at you while using chat, or even in the moments, can get a little confusing. In China, Wechat (Weixin) is wildly popular perhaps even taking over from QQ as the #1 social chat platform, so it pays to know how… Read more →
We know that you may have emoticons of your own but we’re here to tell you that those are pretty basic if you compare it to the “kawaii” emoticons that Asians have. It’s close to impossible to compile every known emoticon in Asian history so a quick guide is in order. Think again if you feel that emoticons are not… Read more →
Skype has made it so easy for us to connect with people anywhere in the world so why not make the most out of it? Most people use Skype these days instead of other third party messengers so it means that there are literally thousands of people to meet through it as long as you know where (and how) to… Read more →
If you haven’t heard of KakaoTalk yet, it’s time for you to open up Google and then search for it. It’s a new phone app for your android and smart phones and works very much like Yahoo Messenger or Skype. You can send free text messages and make free calls as long as you’re connected to the internet. It’s also… Read more →
