Build 38 – Quick Patch (and the Crunchies!)
We just pushed an update (Build 38, r19187 r19212) which is a small patch to bring back MySpace social network functionality. A protocol change earlier today caused users to no longer see status updates in the MySpace infobox.
On another note, the second annual “Crunchies” are here! The Crunchies is an award ceremony organized by TechCrunch, GigaOm, and VentureBeat to honor the best startups of 2008. Last year’s winners included Facebook, Digg, Twitter, Netvibes and many others.
We’ve had an amazing year since our March, 2008 public beta launch and hope you can help us bring home a trophy or two! You can nominate us in as many categories as you want using the links below:
- Best Overall
- Best New Startup of 2008
- Best App
- Best Technology Innovation Award
- Best Design
- Best Startup CEO (Steve Shapiro)
We want to thank you all for your ongoing support and wish you a wonderful holiday season!
Update (11/24/08 5:35pm): We pushed a fix for a crash, bringing the revision to 19212.
Bruce Sherwin Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 1:26 pm
Digg is the greatest!
Dmitry Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 1:30 pm
Done! Nominate in every categorie.
Love your IM and miss the Orkut network on Digsby. But I have faith that soon it will be perffect.
henry Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 1:47 pm
thax too
james Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 1:55 pm
I like your software, only problem, each time I wake up the computer from standby, I have to click on each of my email accounts separately and click “check now” to get the latest mail, while I want an option that lets me to check all of them at once. Can’t you add just this simple function?
catester Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 1:55 pm
When you say you just pushed Build 38, r19187, should I expect to be there? Because when I do a Help | About Digsby, I see “Digsby – Build 18971″. Am I at the end of the line for pushing, or should I be downloading that build when I see these blog entries? Because that’s not “push” at least as I understand it.
Steve Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 1:58 pm
@catester: It is pushing the update but sometimes the auto-update fails. It will try again next time you restart Digsby. If after 2-3 updates you don’t get the update, use Help > Send Bug Report to submit a diagnostic log and mention that auto-update didn’t kick in.
Róbbi Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 1:58 pm
Glad to have the opportunity to nominate Digsby for everything. Best program I’ve seen in a very long time- light years ahead ov other multi-platform IMs.
Herve Kabla Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 2:18 pm
great job so far!
John Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 2:35 pm
Can’t connect to AIM with this last update. Anybody else having this problem?
brwyatt Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 2:35 pm
Nominated for everything (except “Best Technology Innovation Award” to be fair, a multi-network IM client isn’t exactly “innovative”, although Digsby has much improved upon them and brought a higher standard for others to follow, but imho that doesnt count as “innovative”).
Corey Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 2:35 pm
As a first year at RIT, we see your stickers all over. The Digsby IM client is amazing. I know a lot of freshman who use this now per recommendations of myself and other loyal fans and users. Keep it up, Ill spread the word around the RIT boards.
notnamed Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 2:41 pm
Is AIM not connecting after the update for anyone else?
eddan Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 2:46 pm
Remember to vote on all your wishes for new features over at the community maintained wishlist:
http://wishlist.digsbies.org
You can get skins, conversation themes, emoticon sets and more on digsbies as well, http://digsbies.org
waleed emara Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 2:48 pm
dear sir :
i like to use Digsby but it is so heavy for my lap top
and why i we can’t use the voice also
thanks a lot
Beny Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 2:51 pm
Done, nominated in every category!
notnamed Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 2:56 pm
Seems to be working now.
Josh Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 3:21 pm
Digsby > Pidgin, Trillian
@Róbbi: I agree. Digsby is far and away the best IM/Email app I’ve ever used.
Let’s see some GCal tray-icon agenda summaries.
André Kl. Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 3:25 pm
Sometimes I have the problem that friends don’t receive some messages or after a short time, like 20 up to 30 minutes.
With the regular icq there isn’t the problem.
Have somebody the same problem?
Best regards from Germany!
sarf2k4 Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 3:27 pm
i had this problem of sending sms to other numbers that is less than 11 digits and more than 11 digits too i wanted to send sms via my yahoo account by digsby but I could not send the sms to other country unless I send the sms using the yahoo sms website. I wonder when will this feature gonna be fixed?
rancid Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 3:27 pm
hello,
there are two things
that i wish you do implement it.
(1) ask for setting the status (away / invisible ) before connecting
(2) the window directly pop up when someone send a message to you. its better when it blinking in the tray-bar and the chat-window pop up when the user klick on the blinking icon @tray
thx
p.s. sry for my english
NaWaR Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 3:29 pm
very nice prog i like it so much ! we have here some problems with msn messenger but with digsby everything is just easy and great thanks dude
ronaldo Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 3:45 pm
I want to see that digsby start in tray only. (can’t find that wish on the wish page.
SourNotHardcore Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 3:48 pm
Yeah just nominated Digsby for all categories. Just wish they allready had youtube. And relly wish they can add a Xbox Live social netwrok but regarldess, I’m in love with Digsby and wish you guys the best of luck.
Regis Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 3:54 pm
Digsby is so great !
I have voted for Digsby in every category listed.
olga9999 Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 3:56 pm
done, I think it’s a terrific app so it’s no work to nominate Digsby, it’s a pleasure.
Good Luck!!!
Mayav Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 4:22 pm
OK, nominated you for all categories, love your app, now just get SKYPE ON BOARD…. AND MAKE VOICE CHAT SEEMLESS LIKE GOOGLE TALK…..!!
Bauer Bosko Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 4:44 pm
Digsby ., cool..
Mike in PA! Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 4:49 pm
I just wanted to say thanks so much Digsby! Your the best! This is the best program I have had so far and not changing! It does it all in one program! Thanks Digsby! Your the BEST!!!!!!!
Lawrence Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 5:00 pm
How happy to see each of my email accounts separately on one screen. The best software that I ever tryed.I opened it just to try.The Digsby IM client is amazing & very useful to me. Digsby is the greatest! Thank you! Good luck.
Al Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 5:06 pm
Done nominated in all categories.Love digsby
Apicio Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 5:30 pm
Nominated for all !!!
Digsby always bigger and bigger !!
Genci Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 5:40 pm
Voted in every category. You deserve it all ;D.
Digsby is simply the best. Is a very admirable work of the authors. They deserve applauses ;D
The only small hole that remains to complete the puzzle is Skype though it’s implementation is not so easy due to the fact that it uses a complicated engine
Miguel Gomez Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 5:53 pm
I will like when someone send me a file I have the setting in Digsby that scan for (a virus) the file before be opened – like MSN Messenger did – setup the antivirus with the messenger.
PS: sorry for my english…
mali Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 6:00 pm
it’ the bast program i have . and i thank u for it .
i wish to have in my language (Hebrew ).
Scott Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 6:23 pm
Nominated for all!
Keep up the great work!!
Iskandar Wibisono Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 6:42 pm
the best one i’ve ever had. thanks for it. digs… deepest..
Wilhelm Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 6:44 pm
Voted for all of the categories.
ericanwar Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 6:53 pm
oh my God, I hate to wait until I found “Nudge” button (as is in Windows Live) or “Buzz” button (as is in Yahoo! Messenger) ………..
I can’t change my own picture also
Ray Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 7:23 pm
Say it ain’t so Digsby!
http://www.downloadsquad.com/2008/11/24/new-digsby-installer-loaded-with-bloat-and-adverts/
=(
Espiox Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 7:28 pm
http://www.downloadsquad.com/2008/11/24/new-digsby-installer-loaded-with-bloat-and-adverts/
What the hell is with this new installer? I hope this is just some silly experiment, because this is going to turn people away before the app is even installed. Heck, I’ve been using Digsby for ages and even I’m turned off by this.
DalsR Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 7:34 pm
I LOVE YOUR SOFTWARE WILL SUPPORT IT ALL THE WAY
Steve Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 7:41 pm
@Ray + Espiox: We’re testing this installer with a portion of downloads and the offers are 100% optional. At the end of the day, we need to generate revenue to keep the lights on and keep making Digsby better. We’d rather show you ads once during the installation process than plaster Digsby with banner ads like other IM clients do (ie: AIM, MSN, Yahoo, and ICQ).
teejerman Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 7:53 pm
Digsby is a great free program with many great features,although while it’s capabilities are “professional” it’s logo icon is NOT…are you trying to appeal only to the sophomoric IM and email client(s)? Your logo doesn’t reflect,IMHO,the sharp technology it represents…not that we want you to go all “corporate” on us,but many that I know feel they should be wearing a “beany copter” while signed in to Digsby;something NOT felt while signed into the beta “Voxox.”
princezz_pu3 Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 7:57 pm
i recomend digsby for all nominated..
luv digsby..
thx 4 ur software..
dont 4get to supply voice..
coz its as important as writing..
hehe..
thx b4..
Derek Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 8:12 pm
o.o I can’t believe you guys whould push an update to such a relatively minor problem so quickly. Thanks!
Chris Masinsin Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 8:38 pm
You have a very wonderful work out there! This system really works and should be supported. I love it! Great job guys! You are such genius!
Jason Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 8:49 pm
Steve, I’m unable to test the new installer but as long as it’s intuitive for people to bypass the software they don’t want (software that could potentially affect their computer’s performance overall), I see no problem with it. I say continue with the trial beyond one day despite a haste posting from DLS.
Jason Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 8:55 pm
I would add, however, that I greatly prefer a single, full download. (Personal preference.) Any particular reason you’ve decided to test an internet download option?
benjie Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 9:03 pm
please include skype on your IM feature.also friendster for social networks. allow video chat as well..thanks..so far, so good..
iRodz Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 9:50 pm
hey..i think theres a problem connecting with the YM!!…
anyone having same problems here??
pls help me…i love this program…dont let me change it!!
iRodz Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 9:53 pm
and i also wish you could add friendster in you social group!
toph Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 10:28 pm
Done. A vote in all categories. I may vote again at work. As they say in Chicago; vote early and often!
I just want to say that Digsby is the best thing since sliced bread! Oh, wait… According to Ozzy, Van Halen was the best thing since sliced bread. So, I guess Digsby is the best thing since Van Halen (pre-Sammy)? Or is it the best thing since Ozzy? I dunno. All I know is I’d be lost with out it.
Keep it up!
PS – Stop complaining about the installer and click ‘Decline’. These guys could charge a pretty good fee for this app, but they’ve kept it free. Enjoy free Digsby while it lasts.
- toph
Thiru Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 10:52 pm
digsby is a Great,…
Vignesh Babu Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 10:53 pm
I like your software a lot Guy, just missing Orkut in it, my support will be always there for you Guys
Voted for all Categories 
Saju Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 11:18 pm
Awesome you guys fixed the error in sending files to msn/hotmail accoutns.!!! Love Digsby
Steve Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 11:24 pm
@All: Thank you for your support!
@iRodz: Submit a bug report and we’ll take a look right away.
@teejerman: We tried to choose a logo that was very “friendly” rather than “corporate”
nitin ule Said,
November 24, 2008 @ 11:34 pm
Amazing application.. just if someone can fix the yahoo messenger sign in problem.. i can signin in the mail account of the same.. but getting problem signing in on the same yahoo account..
also if we will get pop up of orkut scraps then nothing like it.. Gtalk gives you popup window immediately when someone scraps you in orkut scrap book
Brian Said,
November 25, 2008 @ 12:09 am
I am now no longer able to log into my Jabber server. I am getting an internal-server-error Authentication Error. It worked just fine before the last update. Not sure what else you need.
Brian Said,
November 25, 2008 @ 12:17 am
Never mind. It was something known as a Layer 8 error.
plaok Said,
November 25, 2008 @ 12:19 am
Nominated everywhere, keep it going folks
Ankurslayer Said,
November 25, 2008 @ 12:24 am
Hey…i have a problem here….i am not able to add a contact to my group…i can chat with my existing ones but am not able to invite someone..it always gives an error whenever i send an invitation..even though i specify the correct protocol…help will be appreciated…by the way…i love ur IM
PLABON KHANDAKER Said,
November 25, 2008 @ 12:38 am
NOT ONLY GOOD . BUT BETTER AND GREATER I AM REALLY GREATFUL TO
” Digsby ” THANKS A LOT WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT . TAKE CARE
Allison Sellers Said,
November 25, 2008 @ 12:49 am
I just wanted to say I like your blog, I think it looks great.
Rafiq Raja Said,
November 25, 2008 @ 1:05 am
Digsby is one of the best Integrated M clients I have ever used so far. Will nominate it for the highest recognition all times.
By the way, I agree that to keep the show on you have to display some adverts somewhere. If it is only on Install Kit, and that too Optional, then there is no worry to that fact. Do know that your loyal customers wouldn’t be hurt with that, unless they are forced down to the IM clients, as with other proprietory stuffs.
Only thing missing, is the Orkut feature. With the recent survey you guys pushed, I am confident that you would be adding it in near future, which will make me stick to the client for all social networking, without being dependent on the crappy browsers.
Rafiq Raja
Comicology
Samuraigirl Said,
November 25, 2008 @ 1:21 am
every time i click on the link this is wut i get :
Bad Gateway
The proxy server received an invalid response from an upstream server.
Apache/2.0.54 Server at vote.crunchies2008.techcrunch.com Port 80
Ar-Feiniel Said,
November 25, 2008 @ 1:51 am
Don’t hate Digsby logo. It’s too cute. It’s lovely for the users that love cute things.
sherifbarakat606 Said,
November 25, 2008 @ 1:56 am
السلامة عليكم ورحمة الله وبركاتة
Guido Said,
November 25, 2008 @ 3:07 am
get going guys!
Watch for Wer-Kennt-Wen.de – probably the fastest growing SN in the German speaking area…
Greetings from Switzerland,
Guido
Olumbe segun Said,
November 25, 2008 @ 3:22 am
Yeah Digsby is a lovely job. Kudus to ya all but pls we need the buzz features and more simileys….Thanks
Kero Said,
November 25, 2008 @ 4:45 am
Digsby is cool! xD
ermm…
I hope it will able to use with friendster and Hi5.
nxeve Said,
November 25, 2008 @ 6:11 am
speachless….
.
keep moving forward !
Ps:Digsby mail?
Elmer Fernandes Said,
November 25, 2008 @ 6:35 am
Digsby is the Best.It has an interesting design & its very Cool.
But Orkut Is missing in Digsby….So i hope Orkut comes on Digsby as well..
no 1 will stop Digsby if it adds orkut …
so plzz digsby we are waiting for ORKUT .hope this social network will soon come…
Steven G Said,
November 25, 2008 @ 8:17 am
voted (all)
=] … keep up the good work, hope you guys win a few awards
Scarlett Said,
November 25, 2008 @ 8:40 am
Crunchies are voted for!!! Digsby is my vote all around!!1 You guys have done a fantastic job!!
Jaison Said,
November 25, 2008 @ 9:09 am
Great going Digsby! **”You will win the Crunchies awards too!”**
Actually, I did a follow-up of all the contests Digsby had earlier asked us to vote for, and found that Digsby had won almost every time (beating many dominant IM clients like Trillian, Pigdin, AIM & even Yahoo Messenger)!! Yo Guyz!
This is Great News for all fans over here.
And this also rationalizes the 1st line of my comment!
Cheers Digsby!
Ily Said,
November 25, 2008 @ 10:15 am
Done the nominations – you desreve it!
Digsby is by far the best IM application that I tried.
Now, if you only made it also for Windows Mobile…
MRavMac Said,
November 25, 2008 @ 10:44 am
Please nominate in all categories. Digsby is definitely worth it.
Don’t forget to “Promote Digsby”, use Digsby Google Search.
Use the Userbars and spoilers that users have made in your forum post around the web.
Digsby Rocks!!
Paul Said,
November 25, 2008 @ 10:45 am
Done. Hope you guys win this one too, and just wanted to say thanks for having me since the beginning. It just gets better and better.
Now, if we could just fix the few remaining problems with MSN live/hotmail, and add a few more music players to the now listening feature….
Aditya Said,
November 25, 2008 @ 11:25 am
I love the digsby logo…
its soooo cute!!!!
Pete Said,
November 25, 2008 @ 11:41 am
Great new App! You got my vote!
http://www.geekypete.com
kamm Said,
November 25, 2008 @ 12:06 pm
Still can’t connect ICQ…
triassicG Said,
November 25, 2008 @ 1:43 pm
All categories nominated! And the winner is…..drum roll please…..DIGSBY WINS ALL CATEGORIES!!
muadz Said,
November 25, 2008 @ 7:55 pm
Great!!!,it is very exiting, user friendly and very useful.
Thanks Digsby