Yahoo Messenger introduces read receipts, typing indicators and big emojis

Yahoo Inc has announced several updates to Yahoo Messenger. The new features include big emojis, read receipts and typing indicators which allow users to see when their friends or colleagues are checking their phones or reading their messages.

Read Receipts

With the latest update, Yahoo Messenger will show you read receipts for group and one-on-one chats, across mobile, desktop and web.

Typing Indicators

The instant message service will now show you a typing indicator: (…), so you’ll now be able to see when the person you’re chatting with starts typing.

Big Emojis

When you’re trying to get an important message across, sometimes a regular emoji just isn’t enough. Now your hearts, champagne bottles, and clapping hands will show up bigger than ever in your chat window on mobile.
 
The update for Yahoo Messenger is available for iOS and Android, as well as web and desktop.