After months of complaints from users, Facebook has released the new version of their Facebook for Android application. It’s also most likely one of the reasons that Mark Zuckerberg recently installed the application on his own Android. Included in the new version of the application is an updated homepage which includes the ability to post status updates, view photos and videos, and view notifications. It’s relatively similar to the existing Facebook for iPhone application.
Additional features, as provided to us by a Facebook spokesperson, include:
- Video playback from the app. Similar to the Facebook for iPhone application, we are using the H.264 baseline profile for encoding videos
- Support for Events. You can now review your upcoming events, read your event details, and even RSVP – all from the application
- Respond to friend requests without leaving the application
Those who currently use Facebook on their Android devices will be notified of the update and will be prompted to download it. Below are screenshots of the new application.
Facebook Android Homescreen
Facebook for Android Notifications
Facebook For Android Status Update
Android Facebook Events
Android Facebook Event
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Thanks for the tip once again Nick, heading to the market now.
Comment by Andrea Baker — August 3, 2010 @ 4:24 pm
I updated – but have had to force close twice… white screen then nothing.
Comment by Melissa Ward — August 3, 2010 @ 5:23 pm
I like the notifications on the opening page. Why oh why, when we click on a notification to read it, does it open a web browser? FAIL.
Comment by David's InnerGe — August 3, 2010 @ 5:40 pm
Does this now allow me to post as my 'Page' user? I hope so…
Comment by Huw — August 4, 2010 @ 12:33 am
Is it somehow possible to post a message at the wall of my fanpage. I'm the admin of the soccer clubs fanpage and would like to update the fans directly after a match. Is it possible with the new app version?
Comment by Rainer Lonau — August 4, 2010 @ 2:38 am
Great application.
I like it.
Thanks buddy.
Comment by Lisa Allojum — August 4, 2010 @ 5:58 am
I'm confused about this update? Every time I go into the app I go straight to the status update screen- I can't seem to navigate to the homescreen above unless I have a notification? Is it supposed to be like this? I can't view my own profile unless I scroll down and find a post I made! Surely this isn;t right- all help appreciated!
Comment by jazzbot — August 4, 2010 @ 6:54 am
Why cant we see notifications on the little icon ? like when you have a text message, e mail or voice mail a little # comes up on the thumbnail indicating you have messages.
also HATE that it opens a web browser when you click on the notification! FIX THIS!
Comment by jenn — August 4, 2010 @ 7:32 am
Today I tried it myself ,The only part I found useful is responding to friend’s requests with out leaving the application.
regards |Madav
Comment by Madav — August 4, 2010 @ 9:33 am
I wish they had included Notifications in the icon bar too – I don't like that you have to check the app to find out whether you have a notification. And yes, I also agree that it should not open in the browser. One step forward, but still a #FAIL
Comment by Renee — August 6, 2010 @ 1:37 pm
Hi, can someone please help me on how i download the facebook application? .. iv been on the android market and searched for facebook for android but its now finding anything?
thanks
Comment by Stacey — August 7, 2010 @ 5:49 am
Why does the FB app only show so many msgs in an inbox thread? is there a way to change the number of msgs within a thread??
Comment by Krista — August 19, 2010 @ 2:52 pm
I was excited about the new update. But after using it I uninstalled it and am using the factory version on my Droid. I do not like having to use my browser to read my notifications.
Comment by JR — August 21, 2010 @ 6:02 pm
I have the FB app on wildfire, I can open up the notifications but when I try to tap on a single comment it brings up 'http://freegreatapps.com says:' and asks for my email address and wont let me cancel it, I have to return to my phones home page to get it off and start all over again. Somebody, anybody HELP please!
Comment by Becki — August 23, 2010 @ 5:46 am
Omg can someone re-update this so when you click on your notification it doesn't send you to the web-browser. That is like the stupidest thing I have every seen on an application, I deleted it and just use the touch site from my browser…smh
Comment by davina — August 30, 2010 @ 12:34 am
I don't seem to be getting all of my notifications after the new update. So, now I miss out on some important notifications… =( is this going to be fixed?
Comment by Michele — September 4, 2010 @ 9:45 am
I have benefited a lot from reading your article, hehe! Glad to make friends with you!
Comment by thomas sabo bracelet — November 16, 2010 @ 1:53 am
I still dont get the notifications when someone comments on my page or poke me or anything if I don't open the facebook app I wont know
Comment by Dan — November 19, 2010 @ 1:28 pm
I think this APP is great so far, but the only thing I REALLY dislike is that I can't post and view comments on Events! Please update!! Thank you!
Comment by Sakalo — December 11, 2010 @ 6:01 pm
OMG THANK YOU! I love the fact that I can now view/post to the Event's wall!! I LOVE IT! THANKS SOOOOOOOO MUCH! =)
Comment by sakalo — December 16, 2010 @ 4:12 pm
new facebook application are good for every one where we get lots of information for any topics nice job keep it upand Pretty good post, this is one of the best articles that I have ever seen! This is a great site and I have to congratulate you on the content.
Comment by cygnis — December 30, 2010 @ 3:07 am
Hi soo how do I install this where is the link or download button?? I have just gt a new tablet and cnt upload pictures will this android app allow me to do so…….?????
Comment by nikkkala — December 30, 2010 @ 3:29 pm
Unfortunately, I can not view posts on Events anymore! Did it change somehow? Please fix and update. Thank you!
Comment by sandy — January 30, 2011 @ 2:27 pm
when the hell is android facebook going to get event wall support???? its been months. Also the time/date on events dosnt update, Ive have numerous events where the time and date has changed and none of them update on the android app…
Comment by Gizza — April 20, 2011 @ 10:09 pm
Does less than what i expect from Facebook mobile, nothing special.
Comment by Telpu Uzkopšana — October 11, 2011 @ 2:57 pm