Messenger, an instant messaging service owned by Facebook, can do a whole lot more than send texts. Facebook launched Messenger in August 2011 after the acquisition of a group messaging app called Beluga. Although it's owned and operated by Facebook, the app and website are separate from Facebook. You don't have to be on Facebook's website or even have a Facebook account, to use Messenger. While the two are partially connected when you have a Facebook account, you aren't required to have one to use Messenger. Messenger can be used in conjunction with Facebook on your computer, at Messenger.com or accessed using the mobile Messenger app on Android and iOS devices. Because Messenger works on iPhones, it also works on the Apple Watch. FEATURES- There are lots of features packed into Messenger. The fact that you don't have to have a Facebook account to use Messenger means these perks are available even for individua...