What is a palmchat?

Palmchat is a social messaging app developed by Shanghai-based company Palm Technology Ltd. It is popular in Africa and Asia, especially in regions such as Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, and India. Palmchat allows users to send text, voice messages, photos, and videos, as well as share locations and contacts. It also has features like group chat, stickers, and status updates.

One unique feature of Palmchat is the "shake to chat" functionality, which allows users to connect with nearby users by shaking their phones. The app also has a "palm mall" where users can buy and sell items.

Palmchat has gained popularity due to its low data consumption, which makes it suitable for users in areas with poor internet connections. It is available on both Android and iOS platforms.