Retro Chat
Retro Chat is a modern Android instant messaging client that brings the classic AIM experience back to life using the OSCAR protocol. It combines an AIM-inspired interface with modern features such as encrypted conversations, chat rooms, notifications, persistent history, and automatic updates.
Capabilities
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Native OSCAR/AIM-compatible messaging
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Classic AIM-inspired Android interface
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Buddy list with online/offline presence
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One-to-one instant messaging
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Client-to-client encrypted chats
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AIM-compatible chat rooms
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Encrypted chat-room support
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Typing indicators
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Persistent chat history
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Buddy profiles and user information
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Add, edit, and remove buddies
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Online, Away and Invisible presence
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Custom status messages
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Message and presence sounds
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Android notifications
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Background connection support
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Automatic reconnect
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Remember login and auto-login
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Configurable OSCAR server and port
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Built-in update manager with SHA-256 verification
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Matrix-style animated startup screen
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Modern Android keyboard/system-bar handling
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Retro Chat diagnostics and connection information
