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VuRoom plug-in brings multipoint video conferencing to Skype

article published on 20 January, 2010

A new plug-in for Skype being marketed by Startup Vivu brings multipoint videoconferencing to the Skype software; adding functionality that has been absent so far from the service. Failing to deliver multipoint videoconferencing has been viewed as one of Skype's biggest shortcomings, and Vivu is hoping to capitalize on the vacuum. "The flaw in Skype's video strategy right now is that it's ... [ read the full article ]

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oneguy
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_ 		21. January 2010 @ 15:42 _ Link to this message    Send private message to this user   
Cool, but not worth paying for.
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borhan9
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_ 		22. January 2010 @ 02:29 _ Link to this message    Send private message to this user   
I think this is a great idea like we can add multiple people to instant messaging. This would b similar to that on a video audio level.
I just do not like the cost involved. It should be a free upgrade in my book.
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mscritsm
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_ 		22. January 2010 @ 22:12 _ Link to this message    Send private message to this user   
The problem with it not being "free" is that its being done by a company separate from Skype that has to make money on its own.

If you do a lot of videoconferencing, I don't see $9.95 per month as a major issue. Still, it would be nice if Skype licensed the technology. It could make the money back on increased usage by businesses wanting to do serious videoconferencing.
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