

The catch, of course, is that the software is now supported through advertisements from Netflix and other services.

Cerulean later abandoned its subscription model, allowing users buy a $25 license that covered the entire life of a Pro build (all of 3.x or 4.x for instance).Ĭerulean has decided switch back to a yearly subscription, offering a single free version of Trillian with the full functionality. That changed in 2002 with the introduction of Trillian Pro, a commercial version of the instant messenger that cost $25 per year for additional features. Founded in 1998, the developer initially offered a free version of Trillian and was funded solely through user donations. The latest build also represents a significant change in the way Cerulean will profit from the software. The messenger has also gained new social features, including Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn integration, as well as a Foursquare plugin with GPS support. Entering public beta last August, the latest version brings a resizable, ribbon-inspired interface with Windows theme integration, new icons for services, and cloud-based chat history. Trillian users rejoice: Cerulean Studios has concluded its lengthy beta period today and Trillian 5 has emerged with a new interface, additional features and a fresh business model.
