Facebook Messenger Updated with Better UI and Speed Enhancements

Facebook for Android may be in the Google Play Store's top ten, but it's not the only app to get attention from the social media giant: Facebook has released an update to the Facebook Messenger app as well. The new version boasts a tweaked UI and has made it simpler and faster to start up both one-on-one and group conversations. Better support for Ice Cream Sandwich devices and a number of bugfixes are also included. The update largely matches one that came to iOS back on March 19th, which featured a similar set of visual and speed enhancements.  you need to have a device running Android 2.2 or higher — it's available now at the Google Play Store.

What's in this version:

• 1.6.003
• Faster way to start conversations.
• Easier way to start group conversations.
• Updated visual design.
• Better support for Ice Cream Sandwich.
• Bug fixes.
• Performance and battery life improvements.