

The cross-platform availability of ICQ and the ability of ICQ users to stay in touch with all their friends, no matter what network they are on, have helped propel its rapid growth on mobile platforms. Mobile messaging has emerged as a primary use for mobile devices and is increasingly displacing traditional SMS. While ICQ currently supports all mobile platforms, the new Mobile Messenger app was created specifically for the advanced touch-based mobile OSs that have revolutionized mobile communications. ICQ has placed a renewed focus on mobile, selecting modern smartphone platforms such as Android and iPhone as priority targets for development.

The app has gained two million active users in just four months since it was released for major smartphone platforms. Munich, Ap– ICQ, the pioneer instant messaging provider, announces the release of the latest version of its mobile app today, advancing a new strategic focus on mobile platforms.
