StarHub to launch Asia's first integrated IM app on mobiles

Reuben Lee | Jun 13, 2008

Singapore telco StarHub will soon be launching what it claims is Asia's first IM application for mobile phones that combines both Yahoo and Microsoft Live Messenger services. Called Chat Anywhere, this value-added service is aimed at giving IM addicts (or simply anyone who wants to stay online all the time) peace of mind with its S$5.35 monthly flat rate. Expected to be available in the later part of June, this service is open to all StarHub post-paid mobile subscribers with cellular handsets that support Java. Users need to download the application and install it on the phone. Connectivity is via GPRS, 3G or HSDPA whichever is available. No extra data charges will be incurred when using this service, according to StarHub.