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Google Meet makes the picture-in-picture experience far more useful
Google Meet, the company's answer to Zoom and Microsoft Teams, just got an update that makes the picture-in-picture feature far more useful.
Dell put a 4K webcam in its new 4K video conferencing monitor
Dell attempts to make the perfect pandemic monitor.
Google Meet moderation gets easier with audio mute locks
Google is introducing a new tool to help Meet hosts corral rowdy participants.
Otter's transcription tech now supports Microsoft Teams, Google Meet and Webex
Otter's AI transcription tool has added support for Microsoft Teams, Google Meet and Cisco Webex.
Google makes Meet moderation easier by allowing up to 25 people to co-host
Google has a new moderation solution for its Meet app with a feature that allows you to have up to 25 co-hosts in a meeting
Zoom's new Focus mode hides people who might distract you
Zoom has unveiled a new feature called Focus mode designed to keep students from distracting each in virtual classrooms.
Zoom is buying a cloud call center company for $14.7 billion
Zoom has made its first major acquisition by purchasing cloud contact center company Five9 for $14.7 billion.
WhatsApp set an all-time record for calls on New Year's Eve
WhatsApp had its most calls in a single day on New Year's Eve as the pandemic forced people to have virtual get-togethers.
Plastic surgeons suggest business is booming because of Zoom calls
Many people want to make a change after staring at their face all day.
Zoom adds additional security to fend off trolls
Hosts can suspend meetings while they deal with disruptive users.
Zoom will lift its 40-minute limit on free meetings for Thanksgiving
Zoom is lifting its usual 40-minute limit on free video chats for Thanksgiving to help families stay connected through these strange times.
Zoom agrees to bolster security following FTC settlement
“Zoom’s security practices didn’t line up with its promises, and this action will help to make sure that Zoom meetings and data about Zoom users are protected.”
Google Meet starts rolling out custom backgrounds to web users
We knew custom backgrounds were coming to Google Meet, but now they’re finally here for everyone.
Microsoft is putting Skype's seamless 'Meet Now' calls in the taskbar
In the pandemic, video calling has exploded but one of the original names in the space has been slow to capitalize. While Zoom is now a household name, Skype is not seeing the same bump in reputation and use. Microsoft’s internet calling service tried to rectify that earlier this year by activating Meet Now, a Zoom-like feature that lets hosts set up and share a free meeting with just three clicks — no one has to install anything or sign up for an account.
Facebook Portal adds Zoom support and other work-from-home features
The most significant announcement: all Portal devices will now support the Zoom video conferencing platform. All four video chat platforms will be available on Portal Mini, Portal and Portal+ in September, with Portal TV support coming later on.
The NBA will use Microsoft Teams to virtually seat fans courtside
How do you recreate the atmosphere of packed arena without any fans physically present? For the NBA, the answer is with help from Microsoft Teams.
Zoom fixed a vanity URL issue that could have led to phishing attacks
It's been beefing up security since a pandemic-driven explosion in popularity.
Panasonic mirrorless cameras now work as webcams
Lumix Tether for Streaming will let Panasonic owners use their cameras as webcams.
Verizon finally allows uploads on its 5G network
Verizon customers with 5G-capable smartphones should notice increased upload speeds starting today.
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