Skype gets Noise cancellation feature: Here’s how to activate during calls
The new feature can be found under the ‘Settings’ option and can be toggled with different options - Auto, Low and High. Notably, the noise cancellation feature is not yet available on the web version or mobile versions of Skype but you can get it in Windows desktop apps and on Mac as well.
Mar 14, 2021, 12:55 PM IST
Skype rolls out background blur update; here’s how to use it
The updated version of Skype for Android users will run on Android 6.0 and above and the background blur feature puts the area behind a user out of focus, therefore helping users to hide their background during video calls. Users will need to click on the three dots More menu during a call and enable the Blur my background option.
Feb 07, 2021, 14:58 PM IST
No immediate regulatory intervention for communication services like Whatsapp, Google Duo, says TRAI
OTT services refer to applications and services that are accessible over the internet and ride on an operator's network.
Sep 15, 2020, 10:36 AM IST
Microsoft admits contractors listen to Skype, Cortana chats
The revelation came after Motherboard found contractors were listening to audio from both Skype and Cortana, including sensitive and personal conversations of Microsoft customers.
Aug 16, 2019, 14:46 PM IST
TRAI begins consultation on regulatory regime for OTT services
OTT services refer to applications and services that are accessible over the Internet and ride on an operator's network.
Nov 12, 2018, 16:19 PM IST
Microsoft's Skype-a-Thon starts on November 13
The two-day event will connect an estimated half a million students from over 100 countries, the company said.
Nov 09, 2018, 16:51 PM IST
Apple removes several apps, including Skype, in China
Last year, the Chinese government regulated online publication to rein in the internet as it perceives the web as a crucial domain for controlling public opinion and eliminating anti-Beijing sentiment.
Nov 21, 2017, 22:23 PM IST
Microsoft Office 2019 to be released in 2018
The release will include perpetual versions of the Office apps including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook and servers including Exchange, SharePoint and Skype for Business, Microsoft said in statement late on Tuesday.
Sep 27, 2017, 12:21 PM IST
Satya Nadella announces 'Skype Lite'; applauds India for phenomenal entrepreneurial energy
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella on Wednesday announced the integration of Skype and Aadhaar to launch the 'Skype Lite' for low speed mobile internet connections.
Feb 22, 2017, 13:38 PM IST
Reliance Jio blames incumbent operators for 75% call failure on its network
Charging incumbent operators of "anti-competitive behaviour", Reliance Jio Infocomm on Thursday said over 75 percent of calls on its network are still failing due to insufficient interconnection facility provided by other operators.
Oct 20, 2016, 21:32 PM IST
First lady Michelle Obama to chat via Skype with girls around the globe
Michelle Obama will mark International Day of the Girl on October 11 by Skyping with girls around the world about education challenges in their lives.
Oct 04, 2016, 01:04 AM IST
Coming soon! Facebook At Work –Know what it means
Facebook is set to launch its enterprise communication and collaboration network "Facebook At Work" globally in a few weeks on a per seat pricing model for businesses to make it easier for employees to exchange ideas easily, a media report said on Wednesday.
Sep 28, 2016, 14:08 PM IST
Skype can be used for ID check using Aadhaar database: Microsoft
Technology giant Microsoft on Thursday said it has presented to central authorities various “case scenarios” on how its Skype service can be used for identity authentication using the Aadhaar database.
Sep 22, 2016, 22:40 PM IST
Skype can be used for ID check using Aadhaar database: MS
Technology giant Microsoft said it has presented to central authorities various "case scenarios" on how its Skype service can be used for identity authentication using the Aadhaar database.
Sep 22, 2016, 19:20 PM IST
Microsoft to close London Skype office, 400 people to be laid off
Technology giant Microsoft is planning to close its London office of Skype and to lay off most of the nearly 400 people employed there.
Sep 19, 2016, 11:20 AM IST
EU seeks stricter controls on WhatsApp, Skype
The European Union will subject internet services like WhatsApp and Skype to similar rules that traditional telecommunications firms face, according to major reform proposals unveiled.
Sep 14, 2016, 18:39 PM IST
Microsoft takes stand against hate speech, unveils new tools for its applications
In an effort to curb hate speech and ensure safe online communities, Microsoft has announced a new dedicated web form for reporting hate speech on its hosted consumer services and a separate online form for petitions to reconsider and reinstate content.
Aug 27, 2016, 17:08 PM IST
Wow! Google Duo now available in India to make free video calls
Zee Media Bureau
New Delhi: Google launched Duo, a free video calling service and Allo, a free instant messaging app earlier this month.
Aug 22, 2016, 12:58 PM IST
Dawood's nephew to marry in Mumbai Wednesday, mafia don to attend via Skype
Underworld don Dawood Ibrahim, the chief conspirator of the 1993 Mumbai blasts, is believed to be in Pakistan.
Aug 16, 2016, 09:57 AM IST
Soon, Skype will not run on these Windows, Android phones
Zee Media Bureau
Jul 23, 2016, 04:45 AM IST
