Top 5 Skype Alternatives
by Startacus Admin
Top 5 Skype Alternatives
Skype has ruled the roost for a long time in relation to free calling, be it video or voice (VoIP). However with more and more competitors coming out all the time, the good thing is we are all starting to have more and more choice.
Here are a few of the best Skype alternatives.
1. Google Talk - Google launched this a while ago, and after a relatively rocky start, have now been making more headway with it recently . With Google+ launching 'Hangouts' within their social platform, it's a great way to get together to talk to several folks at any one time. Available on your desktop or mobile.
2. Viber - The guys at Viber are slowly taking over the world. Their free application is available on all the big players in the mobile world; iOS, Android, Blackberry & Windows. Offering free calls to and from other Viber users, coupled with text messaging Viber to Viber, it's the whole package.
3. FaceTime - An Apple only production, FaceTime allows you to video call someone else with either a Mac or iOS device (iPhone or iPod touch). Admittedly it is great quality, but is sadly a little restrictive if you're not on the Apple train.
4. WhatsApp Messenger - Not really a calling app, but this little service allows messages, pictures, audio and video to be sent to other WhatsApp users. It’s free for a year, then costs $0.99 a year thereafter. A brilliant alternative to actually talking altogether. Like Viber, it is also available on all the big mobile platforms.
5. Fring - This one may not very popular, but it is just as powerful as the rest of the pack. It offers free video calling, texting and some file sharing thrown in for good measure. Fring also allows conference calling, much like Google’s 'HangOut' feature.
A word of warning? Always remember to check with your mobile provider about data allowance on your plan; as these little chaps can use quite a bit of data. However, if you have WiFi (with an unlimited plan) or are in a WiFi area, then fill your boots.
Do you use a different VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol), or is Skype still king of the callers? Let the debates begin - over at the forum.
Subscribe to our newsletter
If you would like to receive our startup themed newsletter, full of the latest startup opportunities, events, news, stories, tips and advice, then sign up here.
Whirli is an innovative toy subscription service providing you with access to a huge ever-changing toy box
.jpeg)
If, like many of us you're working from home at the moment, here are a few basic tips to help you do just that - in comfort
The award winning Lloyds Lab incubator is back and is currently seeking innovative startups to join its latest cohort, Cohort 6.
The f:Entrepreneur ‘#ialso100’ campaign that's showcasing the inspirational female entrepreneurs who are running small businesses and supporting their communities
Bankhouse Media, the leading full-service digital marketing agency expands its offering and sets up a Belfast base in Glandore
Leading event marketplace, Feast It secures major funding boost to assist with its expansion to full event planning and also further grow its virtual events offering
The London-based fintech innovator, PayDashboard, receives Innovate UK Funding to support its growth in the financial wellness space
Manna is an innovative Irish startup that's on a mission to use commercial drones and make 3-minute delivery within the community a reality
Reboxed is a Brixton-based sustainable commerce startup that's created a smarter, safer, more sustainable way to buy and sell your tech
.jpeg)
Planning a marketing campaign for your business for the year ahead? These tips will help you ensure that it's a success
Published on: 14th August 2012
If you would like to enable commenting via your Startacus account, please enable Disqus functionality in your Account Settings.
- Innovative InsurTech startups take note - Lloyds Lab wants to hear from you 14th Jan 2021 The award winning Lloyds Lab incubator is back and is currently seeking innovative startups to join its latest cohort, Cohort 6.
- Female Entrepreneurs Powering Economy and Communities Celebrated 13th Jan 2021 The f:Entrepreneur ‘#ialso100’ campaign that's showcasing the inspirational female entrepreneurs who are running small businesses and supporting their communities
- PayDashboard secures funding boost for its innovative payslip platform 12th Jan 2021 The London-based fintech innovator, PayDashboard, receives Innovate UK Funding to support its growth in the financial wellness space
- The Wild Curl crowdfunds to fight against hair discrimination 21st Dec 2020 The Wild Curl launches crowdfunding campaign to help with its mission of disrupting the beauty industry and fighting against continuous hair discrimination
