Viber, the free messaging and HD-quality phone calls has added another feather to its cap. Viber has released version 4.1 for Windows Phone 8 known as Viber Out for making calls across the platform. With this update, 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.
This release also includes multiple feature updates that expand the functionality of the app, including:
- Sending video messages
- Sending multiple photos at the same time
- Hands-free Bluetooth support
Speaking on this release for Windows phone,Talmon Marco, CEO of Viber said,“Viber Out has been a game changer for our users and allows them to rely on Viber for all their communication needs. With the addition of this critical feature to our Windows Phone 8 version, we are ensuring that the complete Viber experience is available on as many platforms as possible. This focus on cross-platform support is one of our most important commitments to our users.”
According to Viber, they have pursued a consistent strategy of supporting as many platforms as possible in order to expand the potential user base its users can contact, strengthening the capability of the platform. Viber allows users to communicate with almost any of their friends or contacts regardless of which platform they use. Now, with the addition of “Viber Out,” Windows Phone 8 users will be able to call any phone number with Viber.
