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Top 8 Skype Alternatives

Since Skype is not in its heyday, many other apps have launched that also can enable users to call others from computers and devices, if you’re fed up with Skype, maybe you can try these Skype alternatives.

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Top 8 Skype Alternatives

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  1. Skype is one of the cheapest VoIP services available, and it offers subscriptions with unlimited minutes. For a long time, Skype was the world leader in VoIP apps, sopopular that most people won't know what VoIP means but will use the verb “skyping”.With complaints of calls being cut, low quality picture and sound plus a general distrust for Microsoft as a company, Skype is slowly losing its appeal withcustomers. While the company has become a household name as a provider of low cost VoIP services, this affordability can be indicative of the level of services and quality customers may receive. The calling features are basic and users are limited to making Skype video conferencing calls and audio calls via computers or via the underdeveloped smartphone app. Since Skype is not in its heyday, many other apps have launched that also can enable userstocallothersfromcomputersanddevices,ifyou'refedupwithSkype,maybeyou can try these Skypealternatives. 1. Google Hangouts (Web, Android,iOS) Since its launch a few years ago, Google Hangouts has grown to be a direct rival to Skypeintermsofusernumbers,surpassingSkype'scallqualityaswellasitspopularity. Although often mistaken as another messaging app, this alternative to Skype allows users to make Google video conference call and audio calls to up to 10 contacts, simultaneously on iOS and Android. The service is easy to reach if users sign in with their Google Account, it doesn't even require downloading the app. The Emoji filled messaging service is notoriously quick and allows up to 150 people join in a groupchat.

  2. 2. ezTalks Cloud Meeting (Windows,Mac, Android, iOS) As one of the best Skype alternatives, ezTalks Cloud Meeting is an easy yet professional web conferencing and video conferencing service. Some of the features include a high quality video and clear audio, an online whiteboard tool which allows to highlight and screencaptureandinstantscreensharing. ezTalks Cloud Meeting also allows cross platforms chats with instant messages allowed to be sent either publicly or privately. There are also recording and playback features and the ability to remind other users of upcoming meeting times and topics. Other features which makes this a business positive service is online training and learning, webinars, and internal collaborations to boostproductivity.

  3. 3.ooVoo(Web,Android,iOS,Windows,Mac) ooVoo is a free cross platform alternative for Skype that allows free calls the other ooVoo users and paid calls to mobiles. The reason this app is popular is due to its high quality groupvideocalls,whichallowsuserstostartachartwithupto12peoplewhocanjoinup without having to sign up or download an app. All the calls, which are connected viaa URLlink,canberecordedandthescreenscanbeshared.WithapatentedSuperClear technology to optimize video calls even on a slow connection, this is a chat tool with especially clear visual images. It also has Whatsapp like features that allows users to messageeachother,sendtextmessagesandvideos. Some users have felt uncomfortable with the amount of information ooVoo pulls from social networks and emails, but it does use this to allow users to call people who are using non ooVoo services like Facebook. ooVoo may be free, but there have been many complaints about the app sneaking money through sellingavatars.

  4. 4. Viber (Android,iOS) Viber is a hugely popular ad-free Skype client alternative which is available on most platforms, including the desktops (Max and Linux included). Viber offers its 800 million users free text chat, voice and video calls to other app users. The calls allow up to 40 people, as well as encrypted messaging, which includes free image and videomessages. Domestic and international calls are charged at an affordable rate, which starts at just over $0.01 per minute. Viber has differentiated itself from the competitors by adding a selection of games you can challenge friends and a range of public chats dedicatedto varioustopics.

  5. 5. Voxox (Windows,Mac, Android, iOS) Voxox delivers a desktop and mobile and desktop VoIP services through cloud communicationssoftware.Itcombinesvideomessaging,voicecalls,instantmessages, SMS,faxandallowsuserstomakeaconferencecallthatincludesupto20people. Some unique features Voxox provides includes a personal assistant for intelligent call routing and screening, a translator and visual voicemail. It also offers a visual system entitled Cloud Phone which manages calls, this tool is intended to give businesses the flexibility to add users, numbers andextensions.

  6. 6. Talky (iOS,Windows) Talky differentiates itself from other tools by being primarily web based, although there is an iOS app available. You can have a group video chat with up to 15 participants, making it a popular service withbusinesses. This alternative to Skype video calls has one of the most user friendly set ups, by going to the Talky website and typing in the URL you'd like to use and you're ready tostart. Although Talky is simple and light on features this makes the service incredibly user friendly,especiallyforbusinesseswhereroomscanbepasswordprotected.

  7. 7. TrueConf (Windows, Mac, Android,iOS) Trueconf offers two variants of its conferencing server, one via server, the other online. TrueConfserverisasoftwarevideoconferencingservercreatedfor theconstructionof an independent system for video conference within private enterprise networks. Users connect to the server using TrueConf client applications and it does not depend on an Internetconnection. TrueConf Online works over the Internet and does not require its own server, this is a preferred method for remote employees or smaller businesses. To make video calls or group conference videos just download and install the client application.TrueConf Online has less features than the TrueConf Server and can be licensed in one day, monthly, yearly or unlimited subscriptions.

  8. 8. FaceTime (iOS,Mac) Considered by the younger generation as one of the best alternatives to Skype, this Apple developed service works on iOS mobiles and Mac software. It supports20 languages and can easily be downloaded for free on the Apple app store. Although it has features like push notifications, conference calls canonly be made with one person. To set up FaceTime on a Mac, the user requires an Apple ID and an email address.The app works with contacts in the address book and call alerts regarding FaceTime activity. Another positive of the service is it allows users to opt for a full screen view or allow the picturetobeminimizedinthecornerofthescreen.

  9. Skypemayhavebecomesynonymouswithvoiceandvideochatwithagreatpercentage of consumers, but there are lots of Skype alternatives out there, most offering more high quality functions and additions to voice calling services. Now you've seen the best 8 alternatives. Choose the best service for you and your needs whether it is for businessof work. https://www.eztalks.com/video-conference/skype-alternative.html

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