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Spotify being an important one for me. Oldlaura Jul 23, Hate the splintering of apps. Replies: 3 Views: 1, In a statement given to Mashable , a Facebook spokesperson said the goal of separating the two apps is to improve the messaging experience for users and emphasized that, based on its user numbers, the app has already gained traction with them. Create Ad. How do I check my message requests on Facebook? How to simulate gyroscope on devices that don't have a gyroscope? How do I see my history of Facebook message payments?

While Facebook Messenger has been available since , many users who have still not downloaded the app are reluctant to do so and are not pleased about the new push to force them into the app. Replies: 6 Views: Thank you! By signing up you are agreeing to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. You can unsubscribe at any time. So my options are "download Facebook messenger" or "stop using Facebook for chat". Your name or email address: Password: Forgot your password? How do I set my Page's messaging status to away on Facebook? Help Don't switch to the browser when you click on a link. Yes, my password is: Forgot your password?

I am talking to a lawyer about this intrusion. Share This Page Tweet. Yes you can do it thru a browser or install an older version I kept mine at version 3. Davdi Jun 16, Instead I use a web wrapper that has some other nice features, like showing me my messages with formatting that scales well to my phone's screen size. Don't play this song MoodyBlues Jun 9, Ce Oldlaura , Jul 23, , in forum: Android Devices.

Oh snap, I deleted the FB app. On chrome it's the 3dot options button, request desktop site. So why would Facebook be forcing users into an app that some people still don't want to use? How do I set my Page's messaging status to away on Facebook? The site reloads, now click on the messages tab and you can view and send messages without the pop-up that sends you to the playstore. Milo Willamson Jun 3, Hacker News new past comments ask show jobs submit. Messenger, a stand-alone texting app, is replacing the Messages tab within Facebook for iPhone and Android users. You don't need Messenger unless you want to send messages. If Foursquare's attempt to force users into Swarm taught us anything, it's that people really don't like being forced into using apps.

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FB is trying to force you to use their messenger app for things that don't concern facebook. You can use a wrapper like Tinfoil for Facebook if you like, but you still need to tell it you want the desktop view. Useful Searches. By Victor Luckerson. Instead I use a web wrapper that has some other nice features, like showing me my messages with formatting that scales well to my phone's screen size. Works for me, too. I use FB. Messenger isn't required to make Facebook work, what is the problem? Hate the splintering of apps. Don't apply this wallpaper ocnbrze , Jun 16, , in forum: Android Lounge.

Hate the splintering of apps. The only time Messenger is useful is when I have to leave a message for someone whom I don't have their phone number. Or find the link at the bottom of the Facebook page, very hard to find Load up Facebook, click on the friends tab, now request to load the desktop version of the site. But over the next few days, users who have yet to download Messenger will see new reminders prompting them to get it. View previous comments. I am talking to a lawyer about this intrusion. On Chrome on Android, at least, if you don't use "Request desktop site", you can't get messages on messenger. My bad, I only considered desktop access. Where China Stands on the U. Sign Up Now.

I use FB. So why would Facebook be forcing users into an app that some people still don't want to use? Why is every app spinning features off into separate apps? Replies: 7 Views: Replies: 3 Views: Replies: 6 Views: Image: Facebook. Presidential Election. My bad, I only considered desktop access. The Facebook appprompts users to download Messenger but messages will soon disappear altogether from the app.

How do I set my Page's messaging status to away on Facebook? Click the link to confirm your subscription and begin receiving our newsletters. Dannydet Extreme Android User. Related Stories. Useful Searches. These messages cannot be read from within the app without installing Messenger. They have hijacked our They separated messaging from the main FB app at least a year ago, presumably because they thought that a single app wasn't hogging enough of your phone's resources. That's super lame.

MoodyBlues Jun 9, Personally I did not use the Facebook app and do not have or want the messenger app. My bad, I only considered desktop access. Or find the link at the bottom of the Facebook page, very hard to find Load up Facebook, click on the friends tab, now request to load the desktop version of the site. The work around is simple, find a browser such as chrome that has a built in ability to request the desktop version of a website. NightAngel79 Apr 24, Oh snap, I deleted the FB app. Replies: 5 Views: 5, Works for me, too. But I do need to have access to messages people send me.

So now I am required to download the FaceBook Messenger App because they're taking messaging out of the regular app? How do I create an away message for my Facebook Page? How do I see my history of Facebook message payments? Click the link to confirm your subscription and begin receiving our newsletters. MoodyBlues Jun 9, So my options are "download Facebook messenger" or "stop using Facebook for chat". Instead I use a web wrapper that has some other nice features, like showing me my messages with formatting that scales well to my phone's screen size. Milo Willamson Jun 3,

How can you use Facebook without having to get Messenger? Have you tried removing your device here? Spotify being an important one for me. You can use "request desktop site" on messenger. English US. This is an invasion of privacy and illegal. Well, using the browser works, but you have to use "Request desktop page". Help Incoming calls don't ring, go directly to voicemail.

While Facebook Messenger has been available since , many users who have still not downloaded the app are reluctant to do so and are not pleased about the new push to force them into the app. NightAngel79 Apr 24, The only time Messenger is useful is when I have to leave a message for someone whom I don't have their phone number. Hi Di, We want Messenger to be the app that people go to for all their messaging needs. How do I set my Page's messaging status to away on Facebook? Oh snap, I deleted the FB app. View previous comments. They have hijacked our Presidential Election. FB is trying to force you to use their messenger app for things that don't concern facebook.

Why is every app spinning features off into separate apps? Don't play this song I am talking to a lawyer about this intrusion. Milo Willamson Sep 20, Click the link to confirm your subscription and begin receiving our newsletters. I use FB. If you do then your options are to use Messenger or to use a browser and request the desktop site they've removed it from the mobile site. FB is trying to force you to use their messenger app for things that don't concern facebook. We're using cookies to improve your experience. Are you ready for the Galaxy S20?

There is no opt out option and that is against our civil rights. Walter M Facebook Help Team. Messenger App. By giving people the option to interact with their SMS messages through Messenger, we believe that people will find it convenient and valuable to access all of their messages in one place. Yes, my password is: Forgot your password? Check the box if you do not wish to receive promotional offers via email from TIME. Has facebook considered how popular option B will be? Rebelgecko on Sept 21,

You don't need Messenger unless you want to send messages. Log In. I use FB. For your security, we've sent a confirmation email to the address you entered. Using the browser no longer work for reading these messages, since they are pushing the Messenger app. Messenger, a stand-alone texting app, is replacing the Messages tab within Facebook for iPhone and Android users. By giving people the option to interact with their SMS messages through Messenger, we believe that people will find it convenient and valuable to access all of their messages in one place. By signing up you are agreeing to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. The work around is simple, find a browser such as chrome that has a built in ability to request the desktop version of a website.

But I do need to have access to messages people send me. While Facebook has been suggesting users make the switch over to Messenger for some time , the social network stopped short of actually forcing users to do so. Replies: 11 Views: English US. Log In. How do I create an away message for my Facebook Page? These messages cannot be read from within the app without installing Messenger. Hadron Sep 10, FB is trying to force you to use their messenger app for things that don't concern facebook.

If you do then your options are to use Messenger or to use a browser and request the desktop site they've removed it from the mobile site. NightAngel79 Apr 24, The only work around is to use an app such as Metal, Tinfoil, or Facebook Lite, or just login from your browser on Android. Back To Help Center. How can you use Facebook without having to get Messenger? This is a crime. Ce Oldlaura , Jul 23, , in forum: Android Devices. You can use "request desktop site" on messenger. Replies: 7 Views: Ask a Question Messenger has made itself default for my text messages, how do I stop this?

The work around is simple, find a browser such as chrome that has a built in ability to request the desktop version of a website. In a statement given to Mashable , a Facebook spokesperson said the goal of separating the two apps is to improve the messaging experience for users and emphasized that, based on its user numbers, the app has already gained traction with them. On Chrome on Android, at least, if you don't use "Request desktop site", you can't get messages on messenger. For me at least, the messenger is still working on Facebook. Useful Searches. So why would Facebook be forcing users into an app that some people still don't want to use? Messenger isn't required to make Facebook work, what is the problem? Replies: 4 Views: While Facebook has been suggesting users make the switch over to Messenger for some time , the social network stopped short of actually forcing users to do so. Have you tried removing your device here?

On Chrome on Android, at least, if you don't use "Request desktop site", you can't get messages on messenger. Thank you! Replies: 2 Views: On chrome it's the 3dot options button, request desktop site. F acebook is in the midst of forcing its mobile users to download a second app to chat in real time with their friends. So my options are "download Facebook messenger" or "stop using Facebook for chat". Messenger isn't required to make Facebook work, what is the problem? Oh snap, I deleted the FB app. How can I stop this, thanks x. There is no option.

Calendon , Sep 9, , in forum: Android Development. Sign Up Now. Eventually, messages will disappear entirely and users will only be able to check messages via the web or Messenger app users of the main app will still get message notifications, however. How do I create an away message for my Facebook Page? In a statement given to Mashable , a Facebook spokesperson said the goal of separating the two apps is to improve the messaging experience for users and emphasized that, based on its user numbers, the app has already gained traction with them. Milo Willamson Sep 20, Replies: 5 Views: 5, Spotify being an important one for me. FB is trying to force you to use their messenger app for things that don't concern facebook. I am deleting messenger.

Messenger, a stand-alone texting app, is replacing the Messages tab within Facebook for iPhone and Android users. Your name or email address: Password: Forgot your password? Milo Willamson Jun 3, You can use "request desktop site" on messenger. Replies: 3 Views: 1, Create Page. Ad Choices. How do I create an away message for my Facebook Page?

Facebook Messenger AKA we dont want this stupid app to die like Facebook Pokes all did so we're forcing you to use it eventually. MoodyBlues Jun 9, On Chrome on Android, at least, if you don't use "Request desktop site", you can't get messages on messenger. Share This Page Tweet. Featured Answer. Hadron likes this. This is a crime. If Foursquare's attempt to force users into Swarm taught us anything, it's that people really don't like being forced into using apps. Have you tried removing your device here?

Eventually, messages will disappear entirely and users will only be able to check messages via the web or Messenger app users of the main app will still get message notifications, however. So my options are "download Facebook messenger" or "stop using Facebook for chat". For me at least, the messenger is still working on Facebook. Replies: 7 Views: FB is trying to force you to use their messenger app for things that don't concern facebook. MoodyBlues Jun 9, For your security, we've sent a confirmation email to the address you entered. How do I set my Page's messaging status to away on Facebook?

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We're using cookies to improve your experience. If you do then your options are to use Messenger or to use a browser and request the desktop site they've removed it from the mobile site. How do I create an away message for my Facebook Page? So now I am required to download the FaceBook Messenger App because they're taking messaging out of the regular app? The Leadership Brief. Ad Choices. Milo Willamson Sep 20, Replies: 2 Views: Ce Oldlaura , Jul 23, , in forum: Android Devices.

The Leadership Brief. How can you use Facebook without having to get Messenger? This is a crime. How do I set my Page's messaging status to away on Facebook? Davdi Jun 16, Useful Searches. For me at least, the messenger is still working on Facebook. Log In. The work around is simple, find a browser such as chrome that has a built in ability to request the desktop version of a website.

Has facebook considered how popular option B will be? For your security, we've sent a confirmation email to the address you entered. How do I see my history of Facebook message payments? Replies: 7 Views: There is no opt out option and that is against our civil rights. How can I stop this, thanks x. Hi Di, We want Messenger to be the app that people go to for all their messaging needs. That's super lame.

My bad, I only considered desktop access. CEO Mark Zuckerberg revealed during last week's earnings call that the company eventually wants to monetize Messenger and the app will eventually "overlap" with payments, though, as TechCrunch notes , he acknowledged the company still has a lot of work to do before users will see payments cropping up in the app. Spotify being an important one for me. As we've said, our goal is to focus development efforts on making Messenger the best mobile messaging experience possible and avoid the confusion of having separate Facebook mobile messaging experiences. How can you use Facebook without having to get Messenger? Android Forums. There is no opt out option and that is against our civil rights. Create Ad.

But over the next few days, users who have yet to download Messenger will see new reminders prompting them to get it. If Foursquare's attempt to force users into Swarm taught us anything, it's that people really don't like being forced into using apps. FB is trying to force you to use their messenger app for things that don't concern facebook. So why would Facebook be forcing users into an app that some people still don't want to use? I use FB. Facebook did not ask for permission to take over this function of our phones, they are just doing it illegally. There is no option. While Facebook has been suggesting users make the switch over to Messenger for some time , the social network stopped short of actually forcing users to do so. They separated messaging from the main FB app at least a year ago, presumably because they thought that a single app wasn't hogging enough of your phone's resources. How do I set my Page's messaging status to away on Facebook?

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Click the link to confirm your subscription and begin receiving our newsletters. How do I create an away message for my Facebook Page? Unless you define an option as a hostile take over of someone's private cell phone. Replies: 3 Views: How do I set my Page's messaging status to away on Facebook? But over the next few days, users who have yet to download Messenger will see new reminders prompting them to get it. I am talking to a lawyer about this intrusion. Your name or email address: Do you already have an account?