Android users can now use hike on all open Wi-Fi access points (WLAN) knowing that messages are secure. Messages on hike are now encrypted over Wi-Fi. If you are not using hike , read my previous article: WhatsApp Killer is an Indian!. It is a wonderful messaging app.
hIke for Android version 1.7.1 changelog
128-bit SSL Encryption: Messages on hike are now encrypted over Wi-Fi
Profile Pictures: Tap on a friends profile picture to enlarge it
Group Chat Kick: Group owner can remove participants from group chat
Bug Fixes
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