Yahoo has been really vocal about its commitment to mobile, and nothing could be more in line with that strategy than releasing a messaging app. Known as Livetext, this new app takes a new approach to messaging that mixes elements of regular messaging apps and Snapchat to create something pretty interesting. The only problem is that the app is only available in Hong Kong at the moment.
You’ve probably not heard about Yahoo’s newest messaging app, and you probably won’t for a while, as the Yahoo Livetext app is only available in Hong Kong. Yahoo’s new offering, which launched last week, gives a new spin to the usual messaging apps, allowing users to send a short live video with text, though without audio. The app’s description on the Hong Kong iTunes store says that Livetext is “…the most natural way to have ‘real’ conversations. It’s live video texting, without sound. You will feel like your friends are right there with you.” “Livetext transforms simple conversations into rich, fun, and memorable experiences. It’s an entirely new way to stay in touch.” The app uses a cellular data connection or Wi-Fi, and is restricted to one-on-one conversations. As you enter text, a live video of where you are will appear, and as soon as your contact enters the chat, you’ll be able to see their reaction.