We have recently seen updated versions of both Beejive and AOL with Push Notifications hit the App Store, but another option is now available. The latest is IM+ with Push (App Store link), which can be purchased for $9.99.
As far as support, IM+ seems to be pretty full with support for Twitter, Skype Chat, Facebook Chat, Yahoo!, AIM/iChat/MobileMe, MSN/Windows Live, ICQ, MySpaceIM, Jabber and Google Talk.
Additionally, for those who are thinking that the $9.99 price tag is a little on the high side, there is also a free (and ad-supported) version available. The free version is called IM+ Lite 3.0 (App Store link).
June 26th, 2009 at 9:35 am
Please update your article with the info that IM+ Lite does NOT support push notifications. To make use of Push Notifications, you have to buy Full IM+ for $9.99.
I would rather use Truphone, AIM or TextFree Lite which are free apps and support Push Notifications at no additional charge.
June 26th, 2009 at 2:25 pm
As earthly noted: It is correct that the IM+ Lite version does not have support for Push Notifications, still its a nice alternative to paying $9.99.
Of course, that said there are other free apps that support push notifications. I guess ultimately it would come down to which app you prefer based on the interface and overall experience.
June 26th, 2009 at 3:39 pm
I have this program, bought it for $4.99 some time ago. The push notifications work GREAT Kuddos to the development team for putting this out so quickly..
June 29th, 2009 at 2:32 am
hey wasdup i hav a 2G iPhone 2.2.1 jailbroken and i dont wanna upgrade to 3.0 yet. i hav the 3.0 IM that works wth 2.2.1 but i want IM 3.1. will 3.1 worj on firmware 2.2.1? if not is there a way to make 3.1 work without upgrading?
August 11th, 2009 at 1:28 pm
Do you know if IM+ supports push notifications for Skype Chat?
Thanks!