Instant Messenging: Searching and Information Delivery by IM, From News to Shopping
Thanks to Pete W. we decided to review and then gather all of the search bots we've posted about in the past that are still LIVE. Several are no more. In some cases, these bots will work with services like Meebo and Trillian but in other cases, you'll need to use the native application. More to come.
Real Time Weather via WeatherBug
+ AIM (AOL Instant Messenger)
Add “weatherbugbuddy” to your buddy list. Here’s a list of what’s available. To get live conditions enter (L) and a Zip Code. For example: L 10036. For a weather forecast enter (F) and a Zip Code.
and/or
+ Windows Live Messenger
The bots name is WeatherBugBuddy@hotmail.com.
and/or
+ Skype IM
The bots name is ““weatherbug.” Add it to your contacts list.
AIM: WSJ
Search news and receive alerts and headlines. Service is free. Some content is only available to subscribers.
AIM: Hotspotbot
Local yellow pages directory and hotspot finder.
Headlines and News
AIM: Moviefone
Like the name says, showtimes. Search by stars, movie titles, and theater locations.
FeedCrier
RSS feeds delivered as IM messages as they are published. From the feed:
You can subscribe to just about any news site by saying "subscribe www.thesite.com". If you want to get started, I can subscribe you to some popular news. Just say "news" "sports" "technology" or "business" to start.
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