WhatsApp Messenger reached what had previously been only one application on Android, developed by Google, created this mobile platform. Counter program settings in Google Play exceeded this weekend for $ 5 billion.
First it drew the attention of the publication Android Police. Previously, according to the publication, only one non-Google release app – client social network Facebook – has passed the 5 billion mark. And he managed this largely through partnerships with big smartphone manufacturers like Samsung and Huawei.
Also included in the Empire of Mark Zuckerberg WhatsApp similar methods of promotion if they used it much less frequently. Given that in many countries the messenger is an important communication tool, a significant portion of 5 billion units are likely to “organic” – that is, made by users in the Google Play Market on your own.
According to the latest data, the monthly audience of WhatsApp around the world more than 1.5 billion people.
Text: To.Hi-tech