LONDON Video calls are one of the biggest bets of the tech giants.
Firms such as Microsoft (Skype), Apple (FaceTime) and Facebook (Messenger) compete with Snapchat rookie, coming stepping strong. And from the next few days, will also have to do with the bet of Google.
The technology company returns to competition in the world of videoconferencing with a new application that named Duo, da tells the BBC.
But what will make it different from the others and what already offered through Google Hangouts, his first, and not very successful-attempt?
Google announced in May its launch, but said it would be available worldwide in the coming days
its operation is very simple. to make a video call just have to dial the number you want to talk, without registering as a user.
your advantages
According to the giant Internet search, its new offering has several advantages. One of the main is that it will be possible to maintain the call quality, even in areas of low coverage or network changes. Or at least that’s what promises to Google.
The “Toc, toc” option, meanwhile, allow you to see who is calling before deciding if they want to accept (or reject) the call.
Duo also gives users an encryption system call.
Everything indicates that the use of the new application will be simple and intuitive. So much so that only will be used to make video calls, no text messages with emoticons or contact lists.
Although it remains to be seen whether that will be a strength or a disadvantage.
However, despite its apparent simplicity, if you meet what is expected of her Duo promises.
But outperform their competitors will not be easy.
Competition fierce
Since its launch in 2003, Skype was made with the videoconferencing market. And since Microsoft bought in 2011 they emerged competitors.
Skype is the queen of video calls, with 300 million users and one billion downloads, according to the report generated by the company in 2015.
Google tried to give the shade with Hangouts, but the play did not go as well as expected. Now Google says Hangouts was more focused on the professional world, unlike Duo, who wants to become a tool for personal use.
Duo does not make video calls from the tablet or compuradora, unlike applications Snapchat, Tango, Fring and Oovoo. And do not forget the announcement made WhatsApp few days ago only. Will offer video calls from 2017
Competition More
The new application google, Duo, will be an option for video calls.
support
It will be compatible with both mobile iOS of Apple and Android phones.
Disadvantage
If you want to make a video call through a tablet or a computer, it will be impossible through Duo.
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