Tagged: Skype

How to Use Skype on a Google Chromebook

In this video tutorial, I’ll show you how to install and use Skype on a Google Chromebook using the new developer application called Arc Welder. Download Arc: https://developer.chrome.com/apps/getstarted_arc Update 7/12/2015: The never versions of...

Skype Gets Star Trek Style Real-time Voice Translation

The first thing I saw today when I looked at my phone was an article about Skype getting a translator built into their video calling. I thought, “I’ve seen this before; Google does translations...

[TiG] Tech Talk Episode 002 – This Weeks Tech News

In the second episode of That’s It Guys Tech Talk, or [TiG] Tech Talk, we covered net neutrality, VR headsets, humans landing a vessel on a comet, and Halo. Enjoy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGCxFIPANec?list=PLFFzqSgHpDOCL4iW7l_1g_dBlHO976Rv5  Join Matt, Yousef,...

Playstation Vita Gets Skype

According to the official Playstation Blog, the Vita is finally getting a Skype app. The Skype app will feature high-quality video calling from the front-facing camera, the option to use the rear camera, and...

Microsoft Working on Browser-based Skype

It looks like Microsoft is finally going to start working with Skype. The past few days, Microsoft has been posting positions for the Skype division, describing HTML5 UI and browser-specific experience as requirements. Skype...

Microsoft Skype Purchase Finally Goes Through

Looks like the Microsoft's acquisition of Skype has finally went through. The 8.5 Billion USD purchase back in May promised Skype integration on Xbox consoles, which we haven't seen as of yet, as well...

Skype 5.5 Beta & Facebook

Skype released a new beta (5.5.0.110) for Windows users, bringing Facebook integration in and showcasing a slightly more refined UI. Users are now able to message their Facebook friends and call the phone number...

Microsoft Buys Skype for 8 Billion

Microsoft just announced the purchase of Skype for 8 billion USD. Microsoft has shown interest in the company after eBay lost interest in it in 2009, and the purchase was rumored by Gigaom on the...