Is BlackBerry Messenger coming back?

BlackBerry Messenger had a good run, but on Friday, May 31, the beloved instant messaging platform met its demise. That’s right, BBM is no more as the service has officially shut down for Android, iOS, Windows Mobile and BlackBerry phones.

Does BlackBerry have messenger?

BlackBerry stopped making its own phones in 2016, but its messenger system, BBM, was still available in app form for Android and iOS devices. Android and iOS users can now download a brand new BlackBerry messaging app, which is called BBMe, or “BBM Enterprises,” and boasts of its privacy and security features.

How much does BBM cost?

BBMe is available in the Google Play Store today, and will be in the App Store for iOS devices “soon.” BlackBerry plans to offer the end-to-end encrypted messaging service for free for the first year, after which, a six-month subscription will be available for $2.49.

Why is BlackBerry shutting down?

In a tweet this morning, TCL announced that it “will no longer be selling” BlackBerry-branded phones as of August 31st, 2020, because it will no longer have the rights to design and manufacture them. BlackBerry decided in 2016 to stop making its own phones, after years of failures, and to license its brand out instead.

Why did BlackBerry shut down?

BlackBerry stopped making phones on its own and gave TCL the license to make and sell its phones back in 2016. However, as 2020 begins, BlackBerry is shutting its shop once again. The contract termination limits TCL to make phones until August 31, 2020, after which no BlackBerry phones will be manufactured.

How safe is BBM enterprise?

BBM® Enterprise offers secure text, voice, video, group chat and conferencing on any device, including smartphones and desktops. It’s the ideal communications solution for businesses and working professionals, with its end-to-end encryption on multiple endpoints, robust privacy policies and enterprise-grade features.