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Before Zoom, Skype made video calls a thing and I'm gonna miss it

By Lance Ulanoff published

Microsoft is shutting down Skype, the service that all but invented online video calls

Want to ditch Microsoft Teams? Skype is still here, and just made a significant change

By Craig Hale published

You can no longer buy credits on Skype as Microsoft pushes the platform to become subscription-based.

Microsoft is finally putting Skype out of its misery, urging people to use Teams instead

By Aleksha McLoughlin published

Remember Skype? Microsoft does, and it is finally deciding to pull the plug on one of the first big video chat applications for PC.

Shocked that Skype lost the battle against Zoom? I knew it was doomed all the way back in 2011, and here’s why

By Christian Guyton published

As we bid farewell to Skype, I’m thinking about how it lost the war on Zoom - and why it was all Microsoft’s fault.

Best alternative to Skype of 2025 - what to replace it with following official Microsoft closure

By Matt Hanson last updated

We list the best alternatives to Skype, to make it simple and easy to speak online with friends, family and colleagues via video chat.

Still use Skype at work? Bad news, hackers are targeting it with dangerous malware

By Sead Fadilpašić published

Up until recently, Skype was being used to deliver dangerous GodRAT malware.

Microsoft extends support for Exchange, Skype business servers - here's how to keep access

By Craig Hale published

Microsoft extends support for Exchange Server and Skype for Business to October 2025, with one final ESU available.

Best video conferencing software of 2025

By Brian Turner last updated

We list the best video conferencing software, to make it simple and easy to set up and use video calling, for business or pleasure.

Like what3words but for phone numbers: Startup wants people to use domain names for its WhatsApp rival

By Efosa Udinmwen published

Thunderbolt uses domain names instead of phone numbers, promising privacy but raising questions about accessibility and mainstream appeal.

Gradwell Wave review

By Dave Mitchell published

A classy cloud-hosted VoIP service with easy deployment, great call handling and affordable call packages.

Signal wants to offer a more private alternative to Zoom and Microsoft Teams group calls

By Mike Moore published

Hosting group calls on Signal gets a major upgrade with call links, emoji reactions and more.

Finally, this webcam solves my biggest problem with video meetings - how to make eye contact when looking at a screen on a desk

By Efosa Udinmwen published

ProHello introduces eye-level video conferencing with biometric security, enhanced audio-visual features, and privacy control.

Best free video conferencing of 2025

By Bryan M Wolfe last updated

We list the best free video conferencing services, to make it simple and easy to connect with friends, family, or work colleagues, without needing a subscription.

Jabra PanaCast 50 review

By Dave Mitchell published

Delivers the big meeting room picture with great sound and vision plus classy remote management features.

Meta is trying to make Messenger into a video conferencing contender

By Craig Hale published

Calls on Messenger now support HD video, background noise suppression, voice isolation and more.

Google Chat takes on Teams, Slack with instant meetings

By Mike Moore published

Google Workspace users can quickly start audio chats with new huddles in Chat.

Google Beam could change your video calls forever with glasses-free 3D and near real-time translation

By David Nield published

Google Beam will be rolling out to select businesses this year, with Google Meet getting one key feature.

Best call recorder app of 2025

By Michael Graw last updated

We list the best call recorder apps, to make it simple and easy to record and track your call history on a single device.

This new open source collaboration tool makes working with your colleagues even easier

By Efosa Udinmwen published

Nextcloud Talk platform prioritizes data protection, offering secure communication, AI features, and real-time document collaboration.

Best VoIP provider of 2025

By Daniel Blechynden last updated

We list the best VoIP providers, to make it simple and easy for businesses to save on costs by managing your phone system through the internet.

Google Beam 3D video conferencing could change your work calls forever

By Craig Hale published

Google says Deloitte, Salesforce and Duolingo are all interest in Beam (Project Starline), but it won't be for consumers.

Russia wants to ban Google Meet - but probably not for the reason you might expect

By Craig Hale published

Russia could ban Google Meet after similar crackdowns on WhatsApp and Telegram, pushing its local Max alternative instead.

Best Zoom alternative of 2025

By Anna Sevilla last updated

We list the best Zoom alternatives, to make it simple and easy to look to other online video conferencing platforms.

Insta360 is sticking AI, ChatGPT, and Gemini into speakerphones with the Wave

By Roland Moore-Colyer published

The Insta360 Wave could be a great smart speakerphone for podcasting.

Best speech-to-text app of 2025

By Brian Turner last updated

We list the best speech-to-text apps, to make it simple and easy to dictate your thoughts and ideas into text format.

Missed a crucial Google Meet call? You can now catch up easily in Chat

By Craig Hale published

Google Meet will soon get tighter Chat integration, including sharing and emoji reactions.

Best Microsoft Teams alternative of 2026

By Barclay Ballard last updated

We list the best Microsoft Teams alternatives, to make it simple and easy to improve productivity without paying for a Microsoft license.

I tested the Biamp Parlé VBC 2500 - read what I thought of this big meeting room VC system

By Dave Mitchell published

A big meeting room VC solution with top video quality, stunning audio output and a smart setup process.

I tested the Poly Studio X52 with TC10 - see what I thought of this conferencing solution

By Dave Mitchell published

A smart solution for medium-sized rooms, with great video quality and support for all the main VC cloud providers.

NatWest has banned staff from using Facebook Messenger and WhatsApp to communicate

By Ellen Jennings-Trace published

One of Britain’s biggest banks is cracking down on off-channel communications by banning WhatsApp.