Social & Communication (238 programs)

Messages
2.7
Free
Apple's official chat client for OS X
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Better integration with iOS. Unlimited Messages to iOS devices. Integrated with Facetime. Supports AIM, Google Talk and Jabber.
CONS: Removes iChat completely. Mainly benefits those with iOS devices.
Amazon Chime
4.7
Trial version
The new kid in the online meeting world: Amazon Chime
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: High-quality audio and high-definition video. Numerous features to facilitate productive meetings.
CONS: Most features require a paid subscription. Basic Plan is very limited and impractical for most users.
Whistle Phone
4.9
Free
A free program for mac
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Express Talk
3
Free
Virtual telephone compatible with most VOIP services
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Adds more options to normal VOIP calls. Allows business users to turn VOIP services into conferencing apps. Supports up to six seperate lines.
CONS: Call transfers and conferencing limted to business version.
mysms
2.5
Free
Send text messages from your Mac
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Available on every major platform. MMS support. Syncs contacts and messages. Text other mysms users for free.
CONS: Have to trust mysms with your contacts. Not many advanced features.
InterMapper
5
Trial version
Networking monitoring and alerting software
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Pinpoints network problems precisely. Relatively straightforward to set up. Good user guide. Free for small networks.
CONS: Many features are hidden by poor interface. Corporate license expensive.
Crossloop
3.5
Free
Simple, effective and cross platform remote access tool
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Simple to use and establish a connection. Allows you to share in low quality for slow connections. Incorporates an online marketplace of computer experts.
CONS: Doesn't support multiple connections.
Pin for Pinterest
2.1
Free
A free program for mac, by Chatsworth and Whitton Limited
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Keybase
Free
Perform Operations Online with People You Know with Cryptography Security
License
Free Download
Language
Platform
mac
PROS: Easier to use compared to other crypto apps. Interaction possible with both users and non-users of Keybase.
CONS: App has just been launched. May take time for your friends to come on-board.
Mikogo
5
Free
Share your desktop with up to 10 other users
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Free to use. Allows up to 10 different connections. Easy to switch from presenter to host. Fairly fast sharing.
CONS: Doesn't record. Not clear how to carry out audio conference calls.
MenuTab Pro for Facebook
3.8
Paid
Quickly access Facebook in your menu bar
License
Paid Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Keyboard shortcut for quick access. Visual and oral notifications. Ability to chat. No ads.
CONS: Basically the mobile Facebook site.
mmhmm
5
Free
Fun and interactive video conference tool
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Video streaming-integrated virtual camera tool. Transform room into a virtual stage. Tons of magical slides. Free version available to download.
CONS: Not supported by Safari or other built-in Apple apps.
WinMail Viewer
4.5
Paid
Open Outlook attachments with other e-mail clients
License
Paid Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Allows your e-mail client to open Outlook Winmail.dat files. Extracts files within Winmail.dat attachments.
CONS: May not be compatible with all e-mail clients.
QuickTab for Instagram
4.3
Paid
Quick Access to Instagram
License
Paid Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Get notifications in Notification Centre. Access from menu bar.
CONS: App appears to be browsing only; no interaction. Not free, despite offering less functionality than website.
Microsoft Messenger
2.3
Free
Microsoft's Messenger client supporting webcams and audio
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Now supports webcams and audio. Supports sending files. Supports Bonjour. Works between contacts on Windows Live Messenger.
CONS: Interface inspired by Windows version. Intel Macs only. User profile pictures don't display properly. Can't change your own user profile picture.
MSN Messenger Patch
4
Free
New Emoticons for MSN Messenger
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Lots of new emoticons. Adds emoticons missing from Mac version.
CONS: No developer support anymore.
HexChat
4.4
Free
It is like a free version of XChat for Windows
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: It is free fully open source. It has spellcheck SASL proxies and DCC support.
CONS: The starting GUI is pretty ugly. Chat rooms are not very popular or populated these days.
Message+
2.5
Free
A free program for mac
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
Tumblweed
1.3
Free
Tumblr desktop client
License
Free Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Post to Tumblr without opening your browser. Easy to use. Fast.
CONS: Misses features from the web service. Some features require browser open.
Echofon for Mac
2.9
Trial version
Sleek, impressive Twitter client for OSX
License
Trial version Download
Language
English
Platform
mac
PROS: Looks great. All functions are beautifully integrated and intuitive. Fast and lightweight. Drag and drop images to Twitter.
CONS: Beta version.