Messaging apps have been all the rage for some time now, and as the market gets tighter developers are getting more innovative.

The latest case in point: Taptalk.

Tap in

This iOS and Android app isn't aimed at plumbing enthusiasts, rather it's offering a novel take on photo and video messaging. 

Once downloaded, you connect to your friend via Facebook. The app then lets you take a picture by tapping a photo of your friend.

You can also press down on the photo to begin recording a video with the front-facing camera. And type a message to round things off.

Taptalk also sends a map of your location along with any missives.

Connect the dots

In a nod to our transient times, once viewed photos and videos can no longer be accessed.

And users must take a new photo or video to use the app – existing images or videos cannot be sent. 

If you'd like to try a new take on messaging you can find out more at taptalk.me.