Oh yes, some of the features are in the basecode of the BB software. However, is it possible to make it show up in the front page as well? It helps for some people to see what new messages have been posted on the front page. As for Avantgo, I see it in multiple PHP based portal software and it appears to be picking up in popularity.
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