Samsung rolled out a handful of new features for its ChatOn service today in an effort to compete with other more popular messaging apps. Version 3.5 of the service adds the ability to recall any messages you might regret sending along with a few extra perks.
To recall a message, just tap and hold until a bubble pops up to show a list of options. Then tap "Recall" to make the message vanish from both your phone and the person who received it. This only works in one-on-one chat, however, meaning you're out of luck if you sent your message to a group. There's also no way to tell if someone's already grabbed a screenshot.
Beyond the ability to undo your messages, Samsung also introduced the ability to broadcast your location to friends in real time. Finally, ChatON 3.5 supports file sharing for up to 1GB, meaning you can easily share high-quality videos and larger documents. It also means group chats can now hold up to 1,001 people, though we can't really imagine a situation where that would come in handy.
ChatON is available across all major platforms, but hasn't been able to grab much of a foothold in the messaging market despite support from Samsung. Today's update may spark some interest in the service, but it's unlikely to convince anyone to stop using more popular options like Snapchat and WhatsApp.
Disguise your little one with the help of a themed costume
From avocado halves to hoppy bunnies, costumes speak to every child's unique spirit. And we've collected our favorite options.
Add magic to your living space with these string lights
String lights add personality and soft light to your living space. Here are some of the best.
The Galaxy S20 Ultra's Space Zoom camera is amazing and a bit creepy
The Galaxy S20 Ultra supports up to 100X zoom, which Samsung calls Space Zoom, but is it any good? Can a phone really product usable photos at 100x zoom? We've got our Galaxy S20 Ultra already so join us to find out!
Wrap your living room in comfy seating with the right sectional
Your sofa is a comfortable place to host your family and friends. A sectional sofa, with its generous angled design, offers ample seating to your living area. With many style options, a sectional can be the perfect addition to your furnishings.