Why WeChat is a mobile game-changer for Chinese company Tencent

VentureBeat writes, Imagine a mobile application that combines the best features of Skype, Whatsapp, iMessage, Instagram and even Google’s Circles. Well, it’s here in China, and it’s called Weixin. This mobile app for smartphones was recently re-dubbed WeChat as Tencent prepares to launch it into global markets. Tencent is first and foremost known for its QQ product. This popular instant messaging platform boasts over 700 million users and is the leader in China. In addition, Tencent has built China’s highest revenue generating online game company. The Internet company has also launched products in...

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