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Microsoft looking for programmer to help bring Skype to Windows Phone 7

Shane McGlaun, Aug 4th 2011 Discuss [0]

We all knew when Microsoft purchased Skype that we would see the video calling service coming to more Microsoft products, specifically Windows Phone 7 smartphones. Microsoft is gearing up and looking for a new developer to help with the task of porting Skype over to the WP7 platform and to optimize what it is calling the Skype Video Engine. Read The Full Story

Skype for iPad returns to App Store

Chris Davies, Aug 2nd 2011 Discuss [4]

Skype for iPad has been re-added to the App Store, having briefly made an appearance yesterday. Skype pushed out the tablet version of the app late on Monday, but then quickly took it down again amid claims that it “went live prematurely”; now the download is active again [iTunes link].

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Facebook “Awesome” Announcement Strewn with Veiled Google+ References

Chris Burns, Jul 6th 2011 Discuss [39]

Don’t get me wrong before we start here, the ability to chat in a window inside Facebook with Skype’s video capabilities is really neat. If they execute the plan correctly, it will almost certainly keep a lot of people inside the Facebook family where thousands of video-chat seekers may have otherwise run to Google+ for their brand new Hangout video chat program. What we’ve learned today, however, is that the Facebook team has seen what Google+ can do and that they understand that LOTS of people are thinking of Google+ as a real alternative to Facebook and that they wanted to know what Facebook thinks about Google+ as it stands today. They understand and they’ve certainly responded.

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Skype 5.2 Update For Mac Brings Group Video Screen Sharing, Multitasking

Rue Liu, Jul 5th 2011 Discuss [0]

Recently, a video leaked that was confirmed to be a preview of Skype's upcoming app designed for the iPad. Although it's been almost two weeks since and we're still waiting, Skype has managed to out several other updates, including video calling for its Android app, and now a version 5.2 update for the Mac. Read The Full Story

Skype hotfix officially adds video calling to Nexus S 4G

Shane McGlaun, Jul 4th 2011 Discuss [1]

Last week Skype officially updated its app for Android users. The big feature that the update brought with it was video calling. There were numerous other tweaks in the update as well. The catch was that the video calling was only supported on a few handsets, among them was the Nexus S. I am sure I am not the only one that wondered why the Nexus S got Skype video calling, but the Nexus S 4G was left out. Read The Full Story

Facebook To Launch In-Browser Skype Video Chat Next Week?

Rue Liu, Jul 1st 2011 Discuss [2]

Shortly after Google+ was announced earlier this week, Facebook made their own announcement with CEO Mark Zuckerberg proclaiming something "awesome" to be unveiled next week. Not many details were given, but plenty of speculation pointed to either a new Facebook app for iPad or a photo sharing app. Now it turns out it may be something much more "awesome" indeed. Read The Full Story

Skype adds video calling support to Android app

Shane McGlaun, Jun 30th 2011 Discuss [2]

If you are an Android packing Skype fan, a new update for the Android app is available now. The update adds in a key feature that a lot of people have been wanting for a while now. The new feature is video calling. The app will let Android smartphone users make video calls between Android devices, between Android and iPhone users, and directly to PCs, Macs, and TVs. The app also supports all the other features you expect from Skype. Read The Full Story

US House of Representatives allows Members of Congress to use Skype

Shane McGlaun, Jun 29th 2011 Discuss [0]

Skype was one of the early VoIP services and remains one of the more popular ways for people to stay connected and see the people they are talking to if video calls are used rather than just hearing the person. Skype is easy to access for just about anyone with a web connection and a computer, smartphone, or tablet today. The US House of Representatives has announced that the Committee on Administration has revealed that Congressional leaders can now use Skype for communications. Read The Full Story

Fring 4-Way Video Chat App Now Supports iPad 2

Rue Liu, Jun 27th 2011 Discuss [3]

Fring is one of the most popular video chat apps that works on both iOS and Android platforms. It is a rival to Skype but brings something new to the table with a 4-way chat feature that lets you video conference with up to three other friends. Today, the app got an update that optimizes it for the iPad 2. Read The Full Story

Skype For iPad App Demo Video Leaks

Rue Liu, Jun 24th 2011 Discuss [1]

It's strange to think that Apple debuted the iPad 2 with a front-facing camera for video calling all the way back in March and we still do not have a Skype app optimized for the tablet. The most current Skype iOS app is compatible but does not take advantage of the larger screen. This may be about to change. If reports of a leaked video this morning are true, then Skype may be on the verge of launching an app specifically for the iPad. Read The Full Story

Google adds WebRTC to Chrome as Skype threat rises

Chris Davies, Jun 22nd 2011 Discuss [0]

Google is baking WebRTC browser-based voice and video call support into its Chrome browser, adding fuel to rumors that the company is looking to take on Skype and other VoIP services with an install-free alternative. WebRTC, as we reported earlier this month, is an open-source project intended to put voice and video chat into the browser in a way that can be easily implemented by third-party developers; Google has already begun the process of switching Google Talk from from iSAC to the new standard. Read The Full Story

Microsoft Acquisition Of Skype Gets FTC Approval

Rue Liu, Jun 17th 2011 Discuss [4]

Early last month, news broke that Microsoft agreed to buy Skype for a whopping $8.5 billion in cash. That sum for a company that's been losing money quarter over quarter is a huge bet on Microsoft's part, but it makes sense for the brand and the customer base as Microsoft hopes to strengthen its mobile offerings. Read The Full Story