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 ...

HD video and noise suppression are pretty common features, and now Meta’s Messenger has them, too. HD video and noise suppression are pretty common features, and now Meta’s Messenger has them, too. is ...

Messenger (Facebook Messenger, that is) is getting some new features. Meta announced a number of changes to the app in a Wednesday blog post, all having to do with video and audio calls. Three of ...

Duolingo has announced the expansion of its Video Call feature to Android devices, allowing users to practice language skills through realistic AI conversations with the character Lily. This feature, ...

Video-call glitches might seem harmless, but they can reduce people’s chances of getting hired, closing a business deal or following a doctor’s recommendation. Human brains expect video calls to feel ...

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