Messenger
Universal version seen at v165.0.0.16.91 · Reported by 1 Mac in the community.
Facebook Messenger is a standalone desktop messaging app that allows users to send messages, make voice and video calls, and share media with contacts from their Facebook network. The app provides a dedicated desktop experience for Facebook's messaging service, separate from the main Facebook website or mobile app. Users can stay connected with friends and family, participate in group chats, and access Messenger features without needing to keep a web browser tab open. While the Homebrew version shows as discontinued, the app continues to be actively developed and distributed directly by Meta/Facebook.
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1 suggestionGood news! A native Universal version of Facebook Messenger has been confirmed running on Apple Silicon Macs (version 165.0.0.16.91). Your current Intel version (151.0.0.5.114) should automatically update to the native version, or you can download the latest version directly from Facebook's official Messenger desktop page. The native version will run much more efficiently on Apple Silicon Macs without requiring Rosetta 2 translation. Make sure to enable automatic updates or check for updates manually to get the native version.
Native version · Reported by in the community.
This app may have been updated to a native build — device(s) no longer report it as Intel-only, but no explicit confirmation has been received.
Sighting data is community-sourced — version availability and pricing should be verified with the developer.
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