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Facebook Apps Get More Social with Chat

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Facebook has launched the ability to let users chat within applications on Facebook. This keeps applications within the social network even more social.

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The ability to chat within an app should do wonders for the popularity of an unlimited number of them. With so many people using Facebook simply to connect with their friends, this is just another way that they can engage with one another within an entertaining setting. It's a feature that is long overdue.

"For instance, users can invite friends to start a live game, a couple can plan a trip or their wedding together sharing links, or friends can exchange reviews on music/restaurants/gadgets--all without leaving your application," says Sadan.

The addition of this social element to apps will likely inspire those skeptical of using apps in the first place to participate. I would not be surprised to see app use skyrocket. And with

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