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Skype for PS Vita arrives today

, Apr 24th 2012 Discuss [1]

Skype has announced a new version of its VoIP app for Sony's PS Vita, turning the gaming handheld into a portable internet phone over WiFi or 3G connections. Set to hit the PlayStation Store for US users today, and for Europe and Asia users tomorrow, the Skype app for Vita supports video calling as well as voice-only calls. Read The Full Story

Skype gets iPad Retina Display upgrade

, Mar 26th 2012 Discuss [1]

Skype for iPad has been updated to work with the new iPad's Retina Display graphics, though the video quality supported in the app itself still lags behind what many notebooks - including Apple's own MacBook Pro - can offer. The free VoIP and video calling app, now at version 3.8, is still limited by the quality of the new iPad's front-facing camera, which has been left unchanged from the iPad 2. That means it tops out at VGA quality, rather than 720p HD. Read The Full Story

Cisco kills Umi over-priced video conferencing system

, Jan 4th 2012 Discuss [1]

Cisco has axed its Umi video-conferencing system, finally recognizing that a $600 1080p telepresence setup is unlikely to find much traction among home users. "[We] decided to no longer sell Cisco Umi hardware as a consumer offering" the company confirmed to Business Insider, though those who picked up the three-piece video kit will still be able to use it. Read The Full Story

Skype 2.6 for Android can send photos and videos

, Dec 13th 2011 Discuss [0]

Skype rolled out version 2.6 today for Android that lets users easily send photos, videos, and files directly from the app. The update also features improved battery life and video quality on NVIDIA Tegra 2 devices such as the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1, the Motorola XOOM, and the Acer Iconia Tab. Read The Full Story

Biscotti TV Phone brings video conferencing to your TV with Google Talk

, Nov 15th 2011 Discuss [2]

The Biscotti TV Phone has gone on sale today and offers an easy solution for folks wanting to use their TVs for video conferencing. Sporting a camera and microphone, the device works with Google Talk for free internet voice and video services over a WiFi connection without the need to connect to a computer. Read The Full Story

Skype for iPhone, iPad adds anti-shake and Bluetooth support

, Sep 27th 2011 Discuss [5]

Skype released an update today for its iOS app that's compatible for both the iPhone and iPad. This version 3.5.84 introduces some new features, including anti-shake correction, Bluetooth support for hands-free calling, a bug fix for a security vulnerability, and also the less desirable inclusion of advertisements. Read The Full Story

Microsoft demos Windows Phone 7.5 Mango video calling on HTC Titan

, Sep 15th 2011 Discuss [5]

Microsoft released a short clip today demonstrating the video calling feature of its upcoming Windows Phone 7 Mango update. The feature was demonstrated using a popular third-party video calling app, just so happened to be called Tango, and was shown in action on the gigantic 4.7-inch HTC Titan. Read The Full Story

Skype 5.3 Update For Mac Brings HD Video Calling, Lion Support

, Aug 8th 2011 Discuss [1]

Skype released their iPad app just last week and their previous update for Mac came just a month ago that brought group video screen sharing and multitasking functionality. Now, they've just released version 5.3 for Mac that will be adding HD video calling as well as support for new Lion features. Read The Full Story

Skype app for Android updated for video calling on more smartphones

, Aug 4th 2011 Discuss [9]

Skype has issued an update for its Android app that was updated with video calling capability on a few handsets back in June. The updated app landed today and there aren't many changes to the app other than the official addition of more smartphones with video calling support. The new version of the app is 2.1.0.46. Read The Full Story

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

, 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
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