Skype is a free app with video chat, voice chat and text chat functionality.
The application is not only available in desktops, but for the Android and iOS devices, as well. It comes at no cost and it is without doubt one of the most useful apps you can install on your Smartphone or tablet.
Skype Key Features
Instant Messaging: Skype allows you to send and receive instant messages for free. It works similar to other messenger apps like WhatsApp, Google Hangouts and Viber. When text chatting, you share pictures and documents as well.
Skype voice chat: If you dislike typing long text messages, you can switch to Skype voice chat. Skype has a calling feature that lets the users call their local and international friends for free. It is like talking over your cell phone, except carrier rates do not apply.
Ease of Use
The Skype mobile application comes with a very user friendly interface and simple layout. The app is extremely easy to use, even if you are using it for the first time. It is easy to set it up, although it will ask you to set a username and password. Apart from that, there’s nothing you have to worry about.
How to Install Skype on Your Mobile Device
- Download the Skype app from the Play Store or Apple Store.
- When the application is downloaded it will prompt you to install it.
- Agree to the terms and install the app on your phone.
- Make sure your mobile handset is connected to the Internet; ideally you should use Wi-Fi.
- Open the Skype application on your Smartphone and start sending text messages and making calls.
How is the call quality?
The sound quality of Skype is far better than most free VoIP apps out there. However, you may encounter some audio or video quality problems, especially if you are using a weak internet connection. If on a strong Wi-Fi connection, the quality is very high.
The Cost of making calls
As aforesaid, calls are free on Skype. You only pay if you make calls to regular mobile phones or landlines. Fortunately, Skype rates are far cheaper when compared to traditional cell phone and landline rates. This is especially true when making international calls. Remember it is always wise to send a person an instant message before calling them to avoid interrupting their workflow. At times, they may not even have their audio configured.
Number of people who can video chat at once
Skype videoconferencing feature is only available through the premium account. For voice calls, you can only chat with a maximum of 25 people at the same time. For video calls, on the other hand, you can chat with up to 10 people at once.
Concluding Thoughts
If you have friends around the world, Skype has made it easy to stay in touch. Those of us who have relatives abroad are very lucky to have such a great tool at our disposal. So why waste your money on expensive phone calls when Skype offers it to you for free?
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