Everyone know HipChat, a private instant messaging service for companies, is releasing native iPhone and iPad apps.The application includes support for quick attachment sharing, notifications when you receive a message, video chat, and a searchable web archive for past messages.
HipChat is a hosted IM and group chat service for companies and teams. No ads, obscure screen names, or failed file transfers. Collaborate in real-time with colleagues and clients in persistent chat rooms. Thousands of startups, small business, and virtual teams use HipChat every day.
HipChat was founded by Garret Heaton, Pete Curley, Chris Rivers, who previously founded calendar startup HipCal, which was acquired by Plaxo in 2006 (which was eventually acquired by Comcast).
