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SmartVP brings video calling and Android apps to the hard-of-hearing

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  • By Cory Gunther
  • on 13 May, 2013
SmartVP brings video calling and Android apps to the hard-of-hearing
Recently the company Purple Communications announced a new service and product called SmartVP. This is the first of its kind true HD videophone option for the Deaf and hard-of-hearing, and it also works quite well with a host of Android apps. SmartVP combined the latest technology with our good friend Android, and added a wide array of smart apps and features to transform how deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals communicate. Read on for more details.
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Skype for Android updated with portrait calls on tablets, more languages

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  • By Cory Gunther
  • on 24 Jan, 2013
Skype for Android updated with portrait calls on tablets, more languages
If you're one of the many still using Skype for video calls in this day and age, we have some good news for tablet users. The Android app for one reason or another has just failed to impress, and has been riddled with little issues or lack of proper support. Today Skype was just updated in the Play Store adding new languages, and better tablet support.
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Skype video messaging outed in updated Terms of Service

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  • By Eric Abent
  • on 5 Dec, 2012
Skype video messaging outed in updated Terms of Service
We've heard that Skype is planning some kind of video messaging service a few times in the past, but today the rumored feature is rearing its head once again. This time around, it's Skype's Terms of Service that hold the details, confirming video messaging and going into detail about what users will be able to do. Needless to say, Skype's premium members will enjoy more freedom when it comes to video messaging.
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Skype 3.0 gets an improved UI for Android tablets

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  • By Cory Gunther
  • on 20 Nov, 2012
Skype 3.0 gets an improved UI for Android tablets
Today Skype version 3.0 for Android tablets has arrived. The folks from Skype, now owned by Microsoft, have issued a rather large update to the service bringing tons of new features and enhanced Android tablet support. Until now Skype on tablets wasn't too pleasing, but now they'll fully be supporting that 7 and 10-inch real estate, as well as enhanced the user interface. Read on for more details.
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Android telepresence robot Botiful introduced on Kickstarter

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  • By Eric Abent
  • on 20 Jul, 2012
Android telepresence robot Botiful introduced on Kickstarter
Move over OUYA, because today we've got another Android-based Kickstarter to talk about. Its name is Botiful, and its looking to infuse a little personality into those Skype video calls you make with your Android phone. Botiful is being touted as the "first consumer telepresence robot," and by docking an Android phone on the robot (and using the special Skype interface), it allows users on the other end to choose what they're looking at. For example, if you're talking to someone who is using a Botiful, you're given control over their robot, so you can remotely control what the robot does and who the focus is on.
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Skype rival Rebtel updated with tablet support – offers free VoIP calling

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  • By Cory Gunther
  • on 13 Jun, 2012
Skype rival Rebtel updated with tablet support – offers free VoIP calling
If you're not a fan of Skype but would love to make cheap, and often times free VoIP (Voice over IP) calls on your Android phone or tablet we have just the app. Rebtel has just issued an update today adding more features and full Android tablet support to their services. More details on their free calling below.
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Skype update adds speed, UI and video improvements

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  • By Michael Crider
  • on 26 Apr, 2012
Skype update adds speed, UI and video improvements
Despite a wide array of would-be usurpers like Google Plus Hangouts, Skype remains the most popular voice over IP and video chat client around. They've had a pretty good track record of Android support, and the latest of their regular updates brings performance improvements and a more streamlined UI across the board. You can download Skype from the Google Play Store now.
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Skype updates for video calling on Samsung GSII Epic 4G Touch

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  • By Michael Crider
  • on 17 Feb, 2012
Skype updates for video calling on Samsung GSII Epic 4G Touch
Better late than never, right? the latest update to the Skype app was posted to the Android Market yesterday, bringing a slightly updated calling UI and some basic bug fixes. And one more thing: video calling finally works on the Samsung Epic 4G Touch, one of the many Galaxy S II variants for the US market. The update comes out more than five months after the original launch of the phone back in  September. The addition of the (deep breath) Samsung Galaxy S II Epic 4G Touch to the list of supported devices for video calling is the only major addition in this version of Skype.
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Samsung inTouch Android-powered Skype TV adapter revealed

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  • By Chris Davies
  • on 8 Jan, 2012
Samsung inTouch Android-powered Skype TV adapter revealed
An Android-powered webcam designed to hook up to your HDTV isn't exactly an everyday occurrence, but it's CES week and Samsung is looking to stand out with the new inTouch. Running 2.3 Gingerbread in a webcam designed to hook up via HDMI to your TV and via WiFi to your home network, the inTouch allows you to hold 720p HD Skype video calls as well as watch YouTube videos from your lounge.
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Android-based TelyHD lets you Skype from the living room

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  • By Michael Crider
  • on 5 Jan, 2012
Android-based TelyHD lets you Skype from the living room
Android's openness has been questioned as of late, but there's no denying that the open-source operating system has a wide range of applications for those willing to explore them. Case in point: Tely Labs' new video chat device, christened the TelyHD. The camera and Tegra 2 system-on-a-chip combination allows just about anyone to use Skype's video calling feature without the need for any extra hardware. The company has partnered with Skype to ensure a smooth and self-contained experience.
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