by Jay GotPassport on August 2, 2011
News Flash! Skype for iPad is now in the App Store, and it’s free. iPad users had to settle for the iphone/ipod version, which did not make good use of the larger iPad screen, and one could not instant message during a video call. Of course, you will not be able to send video with the 1st generation iPad, due to the lack of front facing camera. You can see the party that is calling you though. But you knew that already.
Have you tried it? How do you like it?
Read more about Skype for iPad.
Facebook has unveiled a new Skype-powered feature that allows you to video chat with your friends.
Facebook says it will be rolling things out over the next several days; however, you can get access right now with this link.
In short time, you should see the video call button appear in your chat window, which will allow you to quickly start up a video chat with your online friends.
Check out Facebooks intro video / commercial below. [click to continue…]
The Panasonic HDC-SDX1 is a compact camcorder that offers 1080i HD recording in AVCHD format. The SDX1 offers a 23x zoom range, with a 35.8mm angle of view on the wide end. The SDX1 also doubles as a web cam when connected to a PC, and is compatible with Skype. Panasonic is touting the SDX1 as the worlds lightest full HD camcorder.
The Panasonic HDC-SDX1 should be available in September 2010 at an initial retail price of $499.95. Check availability on Amazon.com.
More details in the press release below. [click to continue…]
