When I think of a communication platform that brings people
together over distances, my mind automatically goes to Skype and Facetime.
There are over 5 million Skype users and rightfully so. I have used this
platform more times then I can count, connecting with people in different areas
and it has served its purpose. The downside to Skype is that you have to have
your computer on and your Skype browser turned on in order to receive
calls. One major difference is that
Facetime (which was introduced about 4 years ago) allows you to receive calls straight
to your phone just like getting a regular phone call.
Also, Skype allows for more then 2 people to connect at one
time but Facetime is restricted in that means. It only allows 2 people at a
time. Skype is mostly used on the computer because you have to pay if you want
to use it on your phone. Facetime is absolutely free on your smart phone so
that is another plus. I find this to be very convenient that you don’t have to
be sitting down in front of a computer screen to be able to video chat with
someone. A lot of people are constantly busy so Facetiming helps if you want to
video chat with someone while you’re on the go.
Lastly, video and audio quality is a huge factor in deciding
which distance platform you want to use. According to the articles I read,
Skype has good video quality but the only critique was the audio lag. Facetime
and Skype were compared side by side using the exact same Wi-Fi signal and it
turns out the Facetime was favored in both video and audio quality. It was not
as pixelated or blurry as compared to Skype. Personally I have had some difficulties using
both Facetime and Skype. They both glitch constantly, but that could be due to
my horrible Wi-Fi L.
The invention of video calling was a brilliant idea.
Connecting with people that you may not see that often can be a lifesaver. I
know the audio and video quality can only get better from here and I am excited
for what the future holds when it comes to communication and distance platforms.
http://www.guidingtech.com/17889/skype-vs-facetime-best-video-calling-ios/
http://www.popularmechanics.com/technology/how-to/a8250/should-you-use-skype-facetime-or-google-plus-hangouts-13992608/
I didn't know Skype allowed more than one caller at a time. I obviously haven't used it for a while. Good to know!
ReplyDeleteThese platforms really have changed communication for the better. I don't use video call very often because most of the people I need to talk to are close. My biggest use for it has been when friends or family leave the country. What a cool advancement in technology that we are connected to virtually everyone around the world.
ReplyDeleteGreat job Ashley!
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