Skype stories - Page 2
Skype 5.6 for Android rolled out to users
Fri, 24th Jul 2015
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Skype's new 5.6 update for Android enhances chat visibility, online statuses, and brings a sleek interface to users.
Toshiba reveals new Windows 10 optimised laptops
Mon, 22nd Jun 2015
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Toshiba’s new Satellite S Series laptops include features built for Windows 10, the latest performance technologies, and new 4K Ultra HD screen option.
Skype for Web beta available worldwide
Fri, 19th Jun 2015
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Skype for Web is an important step for Skype as it moves towards implementing the technology to make Real-Time Communications on the web a reality.
Microsoft WiFi: coming soon?
Wed, 3rd Jun 2015
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Microsoft is developing a new WiFi service called Microsoft WiFi with the aim of offering hassle-free internet access worldwide.
Skype extends free calls following Nepal earthquake
Mon, 11th May 2015
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Skype offers free calls from Nepal to help locals communicate following earthquake. Discounted rates for calls into Nepal.
Inmarsat boosts Skype offerings with Quicklink
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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Inmarsat has announced the Quicklink TX solution has been certified and approved under the Inmarsat Certified Applications (CAP) programme.
Kim Dotcom releases MegaChat, says it will kill Skype
Fri, 23rd Jan 2015
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Kim Dotcom heralds the arrival of MegaChat, a browser-based encrypted video chat, poising it as a Skype Killer with over 500k calls already made.
Polycom predicts the future of the NZ workplace in 2015
Fri, 9th Jan 2015
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Polycom reveals key tech trends for NZ's 2015 workplace, predicting a shift to more collaborative, efficient environments driven by advanced mobile tech.
Kiwi businesses can now use Lync and Skype for video calling
Tue, 9th Dec 2014
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Kiwi businesses set to benefit as Microsoft enables Skype and Lync video calling, bridging the gap between everyday users and enterprises.
How to make money using cloud from traditional on premise companies
Mon, 24th Nov 2014
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Cloud services offer companies agility and resellers lucrative opportunities, as 80% of enterprises are expected to adopt it by 2028.
Skype for Business to advance business communication
Fri, 14th Nov 2014
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Microsoft to launch Skype for Business, melding Skype's ease with Lync's enterprise prowess, poised to revolutionize business communication in 2015.
Microsoft breaks language barrier with Skype demo
Fri, 18th Jul 2014
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In a few simple exchanges, the Skype Translator app threatens to quite literally change the world we live in and how we interact with one another.
Japanese and NZ students to become virtual buddies
Thu, 10th Apr 2014
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NZ and Japanese students swap cultures via NEC's virtual buddy scheme, fostering global connections and cross-cultural friendships.
Skype update won't 'negatively affect' Android battery life
Thu, 20th Mar 2014
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Skype's new Android update pledges all-day app usage without draining your battery, addressing previous performance issues.
Microsoft NZ: Windows 8.1 reaches over 130,000 apps
Thu, 12th Dec 2013
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Microsoft NZ cheers as Windows 8.1's app store hits 130,000+ apps, highlighting the OS's growing popularity and new features.
Microsoft NZ: 'Windows 8.1 is Windows 8 made better'
Tue, 10th Dec 2013
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That's the view of Dean Edwards, Microsoft New Zealand's Surface Manager, who believes Windows 8.1 represents a new era for the software giant.
Lexel Lync Online adds real value to Propertex
Wed, 4th Dec 2013
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Lexel Lync Online is the perfect solution for SMBs in New Zealand, offering a cloud-based unified communications and telephony solution.
Microsoft celebrates 10 years of Skype...
Tue, 3rd Sep 2013
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Microsoft marks Skype's 10th anniversary, celebrating 1.4 trillion minutes of global conversations since 2003.
Google creates HelpOuts
Sun, 1st Sep 2013
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Google's new 'HelpOuts' service in beta lets small businesses and Fortune 500s offer paid expertise through video sessions similar to Hangouts.
Students encouraged to shoot for stars
Fri, 30th Aug 2013
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West Auckland school students to Skype with New Zealand-born NASA engineer who is fulfilling his dream to become an astronaut.