Nimbuzz 1.6
Nimbuzz released version 1.6 of their multi-protocol IM client for Java phones a couple of days ago.
Supported networks are the same as in version 1.5, Windows Live Messenger, Skype, Yahoo, Facebook, Google Talk, AIM, MySpace, ICQ, Twitter, studiVZ, shuelerVZ, Gadu-Gadu and Hyves.
It seems to start up a little faster than 1.5 and do a better job of staying connected to Facebook. Other than that I don't see much difference. Off line Facebook friends are still listed in the buddy list as numbers instead of by name and the OK button and the soft keys are still mapped incorrectly.
Because of the messed up key mappings you need to:
1. Use the green "Call" key as the "OK" key
2. Use the right soft key for the left soft key's action
3. Use the menu key for the right soft key's action
4. Exception : When entering text in native pop up windows, the soft keys (labeled OK and Cancel) work as labeled.
Type: Freeware
Vendor: Nimbuzz - Product Page, Online Help, Forum
Data Connection Required: Yes
Supported iDEN phones: All Falcon Series (i776, i465, i9, i290, etc.)
Alternate links for side loading and non-iDEN devices: ZIP JAD JAR
Excellent client! I have it running on my Clutch i465 and it works perfectly with my Skype account (for messages that is). I had 3 conversations going at once and it didn't miss a beat. I even had several text messages come in as well, and when I unsuspended the app all the missed messages in Skype were right there, no wating required! 4/5 stars (minus one star because of key mappings.)
I just upgraded to Nimbuzz 1.7.2 (revision 3796) for my Motorola i465g and it runs great. Not much has changed from 1.6, but I notice the app loads and logs in a little faster.