Microsoft is officially shutting down Skype (RIP). Even if you haven't used the app in years, it's possible Skype was your introduction into modern video chats. The app made it easy to call friends ...

Google Contacts could soon make it easier to initiate video calls. You’ll soon be able to set a default app for video calls, namely for Connected Apps such as WhatsApp. When Connected Apps are not ...

Microsoft will shut Skype down on Monday, May 5, in less than a week's time. While it's long fallen by the wayside in favor of Zoom, Teams and Google Meet, more users might be turning to WhatsApp. The ...

As the demand for next-gen remote communication continues to soar, the journey to explore the best alternatives to Skype gains momentum. While Skype once reigned supreme in the world of VoIP services, ...

Making phone calls without incurring traditional phone charges has become increasingly popular, thanks to the rise of free calling apps that utilize Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) technology.

Recently, X (formerly known as Twitter) introduced the option to make free audio and video calls for all its users. The feature was previously available to premium subscribers who enjoyed many other ...

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