The app Friendly just got friendlier, since there’s now a free version. Since Facebook can’t be bothered to produce a dedicated app for the iPad, this is one of the easier ways to keep in touch with your FB friends.

Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg claims that his company hasn’t developed a dedicated app for the iPad because it’s not a “mobile device.” Excuse me, but if you can toss it in your bag and connect wirelessly away from home, doesn’t that qualify as “mobile?” Facebook users are forced to find other apps that allow them to access the social networking site, or use Safari, which isn’t friendly at all. That’s probably why a half-million FB users have paid $.99 to download Oecoway’s Friendly app.

That number should climb even higher now that a free version of the app is available, in addition to the ad-free paid Friendly. This app has become a favorite because of its versatility and ease of use. Friendly lets users customize their Facebook experience with a choice of fonts and color schemes, as well as view FB photos full screen with just a swipe. The app also makes it easy to switch between multiple Facebook accounts and chat with online friends. Until the almighty Zuckerberg wakes up and realized iPad users deserve a Facebook app of their own, this is as good as it gets. Download free at the App Store.

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