Skype is a veteran when it comes to calling apps market. Yet, it is still one of the more popular applications that are available today. It is so popular because of the fact that it was one of the first of its kind. It is also very easy to use and it supports an option of group video calling, where you can have up to 10 people in the same group conversation. So, let us explore the reasons for Skype’s popularity (and its features) some more.
Skype offers such services as instant messaging and free video calls. Furthermore, it offers VoIP services (which include more than just video calling) and it is owned by Microsoft. It has successfully stepped up to replace MSN messenger, which was quite popular during its time. Skype offers a variety of services to its users, including video calling, chatting and instant messaging. It is a free to install application that provides an option to make free calls to other people that use it. Skype is fully compatible with desktops (and other platforms) so it allows the user to call their friends or family, even if they are using a different platform. As a bonus, there are a number of add-ons available for it (which are fully supported, by the way) that allow some customization and make the whole communication process even easier.
I have to reiterate this very important fact: Skype can be used on pretty much any device. The list of supported platforms includes laptops, desktops and mobile devices. It also supports different operating systems used by smartphones. This provides users of different smartphones with the option to communicate with one another. You are free to have either a one-on-one conversation or join/create a group call (provided you and other participants have a stable connection). Some of the supported operating systems include iOS, Blackberry and Android. It also has an option to call landline phone numbers for some monthly cost.
Skype has been successfully integrated into our society. Nowadays, about three quarters of the world’s population actively uses social media. Of course, this provides a reason for Skype to be constantly updated to support various social media. For example, you can use this application to call your Facebook friends (using either a personal call or group conversation options).
Skype also provides instant messaging services, apart from video calls. It allows Skype users to have a chat with other users online. In fact, you can even go as far as having a 250 people chat room. This is the power of Skype’s IM service that is difficult to find in other similar programs.
Apart from these powerful features that this app possesses, you are also able to share various files and contacts using Skype. This also includes the option to download free plug-ins that serve to improve your experience. It even provides a feature called SkypeIn which allows the user to access their PC (or Mac) remotely, regardless of its location and the distance from it.