Messenger Kids Begins Testing Redesign

The stand-alone app debuted in December 2017

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Messenger From Facebook began testing a new design for its Messenger Kids stand-alone application with the goal of making navigation easier for its users.

Messenger Kids debuted in December 2017.

The new experience is initially being rolled out to iPhone users in Canada and the U.S., with more countries and devices to be added in the coming months.

Key updates in the redesign include:

  • Dedicated Chat and Explore tabs at the bottom of the inbox to enable kids to easily switch between conversations and in-app activities.
  • A
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