Traditionally I’ve been using Skype while at home. Skype is a great way to make and receive phone calls to other Skype users across the country, totally free. So if I’m working on a blog or surfing the net, I can just call someone on Skype and start chatting. Or I can be part of a one-on-one video call – a great way to talk to friends or family members that aren’t quite so close (although we’ve been known to do video calls from upstairs to downstairs – it’s easier than yelling.) You can also share your screen as part of the free Skype to Skype features.
But Skype offers so much more than just at home phone and video call convenience. Skype also offers a free and easy-to-download phone app that can be used on your Windows, Android, iPhone or iPad. That means you can be out grabbing a cup of coffee or running errands and you can receive and make video calls to friends and family members.
Using the Skype phone app to make video calls can making shopping easier (picture pointing the camera to a new shirt and asking, “do you like this one or this one?”) It also adds a new element to the concept of sharing vacation photos. Instead of waiting to get back from a vacation, you simple set-up a video call on your mobile phone when you arrive, then just walk around, sharing the beautiful views with your friends and family back home.
Using Skype on your mobile phone makes “cell phone calls” much more interactive and engaging. You’re still using your cell phone, but you also get to “see” the person you’re talking to. It really does help you feel more connected during the conversation.
I’m not alone in using Skype to make things easier. Check out this infographic sharing how moms are using technology to help stay connected.
Do you use Skype? What are some of the things you like about it?
Disclaimer: I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Skype. I received Skype credits to facilitate my review and a promotional item to thank me for participating.
ToriH. says
June 18, 2012 at 10:41 pmI love Skype and I love that I can add so many people into a conversation. =]
chrissy iacovelli says
June 18, 2012 at 10:55 pmI am new to the Skype world..but am loving it already! So much fun, and who knew it could be so easy!
Millie Rojas says
June 19, 2012 at 12:41 amI am new to skype but so far I am enjoying all the features.
randy fulgham says
June 19, 2012 at 2:29 pmi have skype now and love it,i can talk to my cousin over in arabia..and see him live.
Chacoy says
June 19, 2012 at 7:07 pmWe can’t olive without Skype! My son and nephew play as if they are in the same room together..wouldn’t know what to o without it!
Jo-Ann Brightman says
June 19, 2012 at 7:10 pmI do not yet use Skype, but none of my family uses it yet either. I’ll have to investigate it further
natalia ellin says
June 19, 2012 at 7:24 pmi need to learn how to use skype ive tried before but couldnt get it downn.. lol
Chelsea Saulpaugh says
June 19, 2012 at 8:09 pmI have only used skype twice now, but from what I’ve seen, its great. Its very user friendly and perfect for families that live across the country from one another like mine.
Jan Messali says
June 20, 2012 at 9:59 pmI’ve used Skype, but didn’t know there is a phone app. When I get a better phone, hopefully soon, I’ll check into this. Thanks!
randy fulgham says
June 21, 2012 at 11:55 amthere are some contest and sweepstakes that use skype live.entrys
Jude Skocki Kelly says
June 21, 2012 at 10:20 pmWe used Skype at my nephew’s birthday party. His big surprise gift was that his father was going to be at his party. Did I mention that his father was serving in Iraq at the time?? It was so so awesome!! I didn’t know about the app. sounds awesome, I will pass that info to family and friends with smart phones 🙂
Denise Taylor-Dennis says
June 21, 2012 at 11:06 pmSkype is great I use it just about every day at work to talk to customers in other countries.
Jeannette Laframboise says
June 24, 2012 at 3:13 pmThanks so much for the information. I have heard of Skype but have not yet really looked into it or tried it. My lovely granddaughter lives 6 hrs away and I miss her so much! Skype seems like it might be a good idea for me and perhaps I could see/talk to her more often. I am off to go check into it now and see if it can help me span the miles between us. Thanks again!
Miriam says
June 24, 2012 at 3:22 pmYou’re very welcome Jeannette! Skype is a great way to stay connected with family members. You can both download Skype and talk to each other free!
Lynnette Watkins says
July 4, 2012 at 11:40 pmI have never used Skype. That means I have to be dressed to talk to someone.
randy fulgham says
July 16, 2012 at 7:30 pmjust had a conversation with my cousin in afgafistan earlyier…