You can now use Viber to call any landline, mobile or business—free of charge

Viber, one of the world’s leading apps for free and easy communication, is giving its Filipino users more ways to stay connected with their family, friends, or colleagues wherever they are in the world by offering them free 30 minutes of calls to any mobile or landline number every month. 

Viber has been allowing its users to get in touch with loved ones, coworkers, or businesses who don’t have a smartphone or access to the internet by simply subscribing to an affordable calling plan. With this new offer, Filipino users are now able to enjoy longer calls to any number in 60 countries around the world.

The Philippines is one of the first markets in the world to enjoy this special offer, as it is the messaging app’s key growth area in the Asia Pacific with a 50% increase in voice calls in 2021. Free Viber calls will also be available in countries that have growing Filipino communities like Hong Kong, Kuwait, and Singapore. 

KakaoTalk Launched Open Chat Bringing More Fun To the Messaging App!

Kakao Talk will be launching Open Chat this October. This new chat feature will allow user to form a group chat via a link that can be shared. It has been a while since they have launched anything new with their service which has grown with the partnership with ABS-CBNmobile.

The new feature of the app which will be available with the latest update of KakaoTalk app, will give more room for  users to talk about topics, discuss interests, and even form groups that will eventually grow friendships. This feature can also be used for business purposes given the limitations it can be imposed if ever there are any inappropriate content that can be a basis to be kicked out of the chat.

Happy Hearts Day Even If Your Partner is Far Away!

Seven LDR (Long Distance Relationship) Tips from KakaoTalk

When you’re on the other side of the country — or the world — from your significant other, the odds aren’t in your favor. Long distance relationships are stigmatized as being difficult or even impossible. But if you're considering a long distance relationship or fall into one you really can’t resist, don't worry - KakaoTalk has your back.

KakaoTalk, one of the leading mobile chat applications in the Philippines, shares the secrets of surviving a long distance relationship. Wherever your partner may be, if it is true love, then it is worth working, or waiting for.

OMG! BuzzFeed Opens WeChat Official Account

Offers “share-worthy” content on WeChat as its first international messaging app partner

BuzzFeed, the it-place for “share-worthy” content, has just announced its partnership with WeChat to bring news and entertainment to WeChatters around the world. The partnership is the media company’s first major collaboration with an international messaging app – a big step in broadening the perception of messaging apps as content platforms.

"As we start to see an increase of readers share content via private messaging, coupled with the rapid growth of mobile, we're looking for new ways to distribute news and entertainment to our thriving international audience,” said Scott Lamb, VP of International at BuzzFeed. “WeChat’s innovative technology and strong international user base is a natural fit for our first major partnership with an international messaging platform.”

KakaoTalk's New Emotion Pack To Raise Funds For Hope Campaign Share The Love This Season With KakoTalk's Frodo and Neo

Brace yourself as the latest Kakao Friends emoticons are here, just in time for the holiday season when spreading love is on everyone’s mind. The new “Love Story” set includes 24 moving stickers featuring everyone’s favorite dynamic duo, Frodo and Neo, and cover the full spectrum of situations and emotions they go through as a couple. Whether madly in love or going through a rough patch, there’s a perfect emoticon to let your special someone know exactly how you feel. Even if you don’t have your very own Frodo or Neo, the “Love Story” set is also ideal for letting your friends and family know that you’re thinking about them.

However, sending emoticons isn’t the only way to spread your love through the Kakao Friends this season. The “Love Story” set can also be purchased as part of the Hope Pack, which includes three other sets of emoticons, with all proceeds going to Daum Kakao Hope Campaign http://hope.daum.net/campaign/list.daum (site in Korean). For every Hope Pack sold from December 2 to 15, Daum Kakao, KakaoTalk’s parent company, will donate 1,000 Korean won (approximately 90 US cents) to the Hope Campaign with the goal of helping ten different people (including a set of twins) fulfill their wishes. 

Which Kakao Friend Are You?

Find out which Kakao Friends character shares your personality!

In addition to KakaoTalk’s unique and diverse features, the fast, fun and free mobile messaging app is best known for its Kakao Friends characters. No matter your personality, you will be able to find your perfect avatar among the seven distinct and colorful characters.

So which Kakao Friend is just right for you? Are you an attention-seeker like Neo? Or more playful and silly like Muzi? Check out the Kakao Friends profiles, then dig deep and bring out the Kakao Friend inside of you!

Dynamic Jay-G

Are you always trying to look your best? Do you keep a part of yourself hidden while secretly hoping others will notice? If you answered yes to both of these questions, then you just might be a Jay-G!

Jay-G is a secret agent by day, and a hip-hop star by night. He’s always the coolest guy in the room with his signature tuxedo and dark sunglasses. Not only is Jay-G’s suit crisp, but he always makes it a point to get his hair done fresh. Despite all of his efforts, Jay-G somehow struggles to impress the ladies.

Emo Tube

Are you very quick to show your emotions? Are you one of those people that go from nice to angry in a split second? Are you normally a quiet person that explodes when faced with injustice? If you answer yes to all of the above, Tube is most definitely your Kakao Friend counterpart.

A warm-hearted softie with an angry alter ego, Tube is definitely not your average duck. He wears large flippers to hide his small feet and turns into a fanged green duck when he’s mad or scared. Whether white or green, Tube always shows his emotions to the fullest!

Con: the Mad Scientist

Are you clever and imaginative? Do you like to create… living things? Do you treat these creations as if they are your children? If you’re a new age Dr. Frankenstein, then you must be Con. Con, the tiny crocodile, grew a radish and a peach and transformed them into Muzi and Apeach, both of whom he carefully watches over. While living, breathing fruits and vegetables are certainly awesome, may we suggest you can channel your creativity into building things like robots and spaceships?

Adventurous Muzi

Are you ready to do whatever it takes to conquer your fears and experience everything life has to offer? Do you love dressing up in cute costumes? Are you endlessly playful? If yes, then you are most like Muzi.

Most people don’t realize that Muzi is a radish because he loves dressing up in cute bunny costumes! In his costume, Muzi’s confidence is sky-high and there’s nothing he can’t do. Muzi is also always seen with his creator-turned-sidekick, Con. Don’t be surprised if this inseparable duo soon takes over the world. If you’re happy-go-lucky and always with a buddy – you could be Muzi!

Sexy Apeach

Do you consider yourself to be the campus crush or a head-turning hottie? Are you charismatic and popular? Are you often worried that people might discover your flaws? Like it or not, you are quite possibly an Apeach!

Apeach is the result of Con’s experiment to genetically modify a peach. Everyone loves Apeach’s hot looks, but they’re not big fans of his hot temper. If you’re like Apeach, we suggest you to match your outside with your inside. After all, real beauty comes from within, right?

Easy-Going Frodo

Do you never worry about money? Do you make sure you to soak up all the good things life has to offer? With your cool and laid-back attitude, there’s definitely a Frodo inside of you.

Frodo is a city dog from a wealthy family who always maintains a relaxed demeanor. Every morning, he takes time to savor a cup of the finest coffee. If you have time and money to spare, then you might identify with Frodo.

Self-Absorbed Neo

Does the world revolve around you? Do you put your needs before others?

Do you make exceptions ONLY for your special someone? If you’re nodding right now, then you must be a Neo.

Neo is a selfish, vain cat who prides herself on the perfect bob of her wig. She only compromises for Frodo, the one and only love of her life. Neo and Frodo’s relationship is pure drama, as they’re constantly fighting like cats and dogs! Still, they’re never apart, and they always find ways to settle things between them. Neo rides with Frodo no matter what.

Get to know more the Kakao Friends by downloading the KakaoTalk app for your mobile or desktop at www.kakaotalk.com.ph/

Anipang for Kakao capturing the hearts of Filipinos

SundayToz’s signature puzzle game jumps in popularity among KakaoTalk users

The summer heat may be over, but the popularity of SundayToz’s Anipang for Kakao seems to be reaching its apex. The puzzle game available on KakaoTalk’s mobile social platform is climbing up the charts and ranking among the top downloaded games in various app stores. 

Anipang was featured last month on Pinoy Big Brother All In. In the episode, current housemates took on eliminated cast members in a heated game of Anipang for Kakao, with the winners receiving limited edition character items. With user interest in the game high, Kakao Philippines made Anipang a featured app within KakaoTalk for both Android and iOS so user could gain easy access.

WeChat and FHM: Helping men make the most out of mobile

What turns women on? Is it a keen sense of style? A good head on one’s shoulders? 

Perhaps the perfect blend of charm and wit… 

When it comes to preference, most ladies are into the kind of gentlemen who can talk about something new and interesting. And living in the modern times grants men access to breakthroughs that help them look suave and irresistibly dashing. This is where WeChat comes in. With features that bring socializing to the next level, WeChat helps the modern male adapt to the latest trends while giving a platform that makes mobile conversations both easy and fun. 

Viber 3.1 Arrives On Windows 8 With New Sticker Menu

Viber unveiled a new version of its application for Windows 8 today bringing numerous new features, enhancements, and bug fixes to users of the platform.

One of the main enhancements of the new version is a new sticker menu that makes it easier than ever for users to add fun and playful stickers to conversations with their friends. The new version also includes many free stickers for users to enjoy.

The updated version also brings support for 13 additional languages as well as multiple other improvements and bug fixes.

The new version can be downloaded here: http://apps.microsoft.com/windows/en-us/app/viber-free-phone-calls-text/7a5aebdf-75c9-4c1d-93f2-44fdbc27ffad

KakaoTalk now available on Mac, launches Search Chat feature

KakaoTalk, one of the leading mobile messengers in the world, has announced exciting product updates for its subscribers across the globe!  KakaoTalk is now available for Mac users worldwide and is now offering “Search Chat” – a brand new feature that will be available on the desktop client, KakaoTalk Windows.

KakaoTalk for Mac

For the first time, KakaoTalk's desktop chat is now available to all Mac users. The beta version of KakaoTalk for Mac is available in English and Korean, with all the basic messaging features that KaTalkers love and rely on: full sync between mobile & Mac, friends list, chat rooms, emoticons, ability to receive files in any format (Word, Excel, photos, videos, etc.) and more. More features and updates (including search and the ability to send files) will be coming soon to Mac.  

VIBER takes you to #Viberacay!

After announcing the release of its iOS app to version 4.2, bringing a redesigned user interface for iOS 7 and is now available on Blackberry 10, Viber will keep its feet going to the islands of Boracay as loyal users will enjoy the vibe which only Viber can provide.

To enjoy the perks while staying on the island this Labor Day weekend (April 29 – May 5, 2014), send your Viber message with the hashtag (#Viberacay) to 0911-VIBERPH (8423774). FREEBIES like boat ride (from the Jetty Port to Cagban and vice versa); multicab and tricycle rides; usage of Viber Free WiFi, free Chori Burgers and access to ultimate Viber parties await!

For more details, send #Viberacay to 0911-VIBERPH (8423774) or visit https://www.facebook.com/OfficialViberPhilippines.

Viber Releases New design For iPhone and Comes To Blackberry 10 For The First Time

Popular Messaging And Voice App Viber Unveils Version 4.2 For iPhone With A Redesigned Look, A Bevy Of Feature Updates, And Long Awaited BlackBerry 10 App Viber, (www.viber.com) the leading mobile communications platform offering free messaging and HD-quality phone calls, announced today the release of its redesigned iPhone app that is designed for iOS 7, bringing multiple enhancements to iPhone users. The company has simultaneously released a new mobile app for BlackBerry 10, bringing Viber to BlackBerry’s latest OS with many of the most popular Viber features for the first time.

"Viber Out" Come To WIndows Phone 8 As Viber Continue To Focus On Cross-Platform Support

Viber 4.1 For Windows Phone 8 Brings Multiple Major Updates And Popular Viber Features To Microsoft’s Smartphone Platform

Viber, (www.viber.com) the leading mobile communications platform offering free messaging and HD-quality phone calls, announced today the release of Viber 4.1 for Windows Phone 8 bringing “Viber Out” calls to the platform for the first time. Now Viber users on Windows Phone 8 can make affordable calls to their friends and contacts who have landlines or phones that don’t have Viber. Additionally, the update brings several key Viber features to the mobile Microsoft platform.

How many ways can you say Happy Heart’s Day?

KakaoTalk shows you how. 

It’s that time of year when everything is filled with heart shaped candy, flowers, and dinners at fancy places are getting fully booked. Everyone has already geared up to celebrate Valentine’s Day. So, whether you’re in a romantic relationship or not, there are still ways to celebrate the “most romantic holiday”. 

Expressing your love becomes much easier with the advent of new technology. Now, people are on the hunt to find better and more creative ways to get their message across. 

KakaoTalk Invades UST

The home of the growling tigers, University of Santo Tomas, has become one of the stops of the free call and messaging app KakaoTalk on its university tour which brought great news and promos to the students.

KakaoTalk has set up a booth and free wifi were students can register and download the app and are treated with snacks upon successful download and activation. Users have the chance to win limited edition KakaoTalk Friends Dolls of the characters such as Tube, Apeach, Frodo and Muji. They also shared their latest contest the KakaoTalk Ambassador which students can win prizes by being a active and influential KakaoTalk starter in their area.

KakaoTalk Kaka-Wow Facebook Photo Contest Final Week!

KakaoTalk fans! Kakao-Wow Facebook photo contest week 4 is on! And for the final week, the theme is still Kakao-excite. 

You may submit photos that reflect the message of meaningful celebration of Christmas or the essence of Christmas continues. Here's the full contest Mechanics:

Each week, there is a theme or caption for the photos to be submitted. Participants must follow @KakaoTalkPH on Twitter, like the KakaoTalkPH official Facebook page (www.facebook.com/KakaoTalkPH) and then submit photos (upload on KakaoTalkPH FB Page Wall) that will best express the theme / caption of the week. The participants may be the subject of the photo but they can also submit pictures that they took and own. 

By entering the photo, the participant / contestant declares and guarantees that the picture submitted is his or her property. He or she will be solely liable for the legal implications for the violation of copyright law. 

#YolandaPH Free Calls From Viber

Viber, a call and messaging app for smartphones extends help in communication help for the victims of Typhoon Yolanda, relatives and friends.

ATTENTION: In light of the current situation in The Philippines, we are opening a temporary service, allowing Filipino users to call regular (non Viber) numbers outside of the Philippines for free. Please note that this is not a final product, so not all countries are supported and quality may vary. You may have to restart your phone for this to work. To call someone using this service, go to any contact in Viber and tap any of the numbers listed next to "ViberOut". 

Call your family now. Let them know you are ok! #ViberHelps

Go to viber.com/typhoon for a full list of supported countries.

Chat Application Showdown - WeChat KakaoTalk and Line

Chat Apps (application) has been a new level of communication between friends and new acquaintances. And with their multiple features, makes chatting or calling more fun and interesting. Trying out three of the major Chat Applications namely WeChat, KakaoTalk (Korea), and Line (NHN Korea) has entered the Philippine market and now is competing for a share of the social-loving Filipinos.

First let us take a quick look at these applications and how do they fare against each other.

KakaoTalk Shoots to Number 1 in the PH App Store and Google Play

KakaoTalk, the newest mobile messaging application to reach the country, is now the number one free social networking application in the Philippine iOS App Store and the number one free communications application in Google Play. The mobile application saw a surge of downloads over the past couple of weeks, taking the No. 1 spot in Communications category of Google Play on the 18th, following its matched success in the App Store where it rose to become the No. 1 Social Networking application on August 7th, the same day of its official launch.

The impressive results are backed by Kakao’s aggressive localization efforts, in addition to the messenger’s fun and unique features. On August 7th, Kakao launched a TV and radio ad of KakaoTalk featuring K-pop superstars, Big Bang and Philippines’ pop princess, Sarah Geronimo. These two stars are also featured on KakaoTalk’s Plus Friend channel, a fun interactive advertisement platform where users can add Sarah and BigBang’s official accounts to their Friends’ list to receive latest updates and content including pictures and videos on them. Kakao plans to partner with more celebrities and companies in the Philippines to offer Filipino users content that is locally relevant.

KakaoTalk Is Now Here In the Philippines!

With a growing number of call and messaging apps out in the market, competition is heating up. And today, KakaoTalk, Korea’s no. 1 mobile social app, launches in the Philippines which is endorsed by Philippines’ pop princess Sarah Geronimo and Korea’s phenomenal boy band Big Bang.

Having a localized approach of the app proved to be successful as people can actually relate their experience with local celebrities. And KakaoTalk went with the very influential and talented  popstar Sarah Geronimo.