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May 2, 2008 3:13 PM PDT

Photos: Yahoo Messenger for Vista Beta

by Jessica Dolcourt
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After months of incubation as a mere preview download, Yahoo Messenger for Vista is now a full-fledged...beta. No matter, let the feedback loop continue with this dark and gleaming desktop chat application that elevates certain aspects of the instant messaging experience while falling a step behind in others. The new look and feel is certainly impressive, and beloved avatar and emoticons take center stage alongside the tinted display. But the multiprotocol IM client Digsby is snapping up a loyal following, and its adoption of Facebook chat adds strength to strength. Is Yahoo's effort strong enough to win back Vista defectors?

Jessica Dolcourt reviews the latest and greatest smartphone apps, in addition to a healthy dose of Windows software. E-mail Jessica and follow her on Twitter.
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by achuvkalayil May 2, 2008 9:30 PM PDT
i think good one let me try
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by xX_mido_Xx May 3, 2008 3:22 AM PDT
thanksssssssssssssssssssssssssss
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by GRAND BOY May 3, 2008 8:01 AM PDT
HMMM AS A MATTER OF FACT I KIND OF AGRREEE WITH IT!!!! IT IS GOOD
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by glenbigfish May 3, 2008 1:08 PM PDT
it is good
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by martingaines May 3, 2008 1:44 PM PDT
very average has a long way to go to compete with other messengers our there
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by muranoo May 5, 2008 1:09 PM PDT
wesome
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by realman_785 May 5, 2008 9:12 PM PDT
GREET
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by perrinsam May 23, 2008 9:11 PM PDT
A very good, creative and the best app of all time.
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