New Google Meet Features to Preview Audio and Video Quality

Google Meet schedule/join meeting interface.

Like many people, the past year of travel restrictions and social distancing has meant online video conference services has become another communication method I use with my clients.

Since I use Google Workspace (formerly G Suite) for my mail, calendar, and files, my favorite service is Google Meet.

It’s quick to schedule video conferences in my calendar.

Overall, Google Meet has worked seamlessly for all my clients. We use the chat, screen sharing, and auto captions. Continue reading New Google Meet Features to Preview Audio and Video Quality

A Second Look at Appear.in for Video Conferencing

create a room link with appear.in

I was out bird watching Sunday evening, but I didn’t want to miss our Michigan User Experience Professionals’ Association conference call.

So I used the call-in option for the video conferencing application.

Sat in my car on a dirt road as sunshine flickered through the tall 75-foot-tall trees, peered at the email message for the call-in number, and called in. Continue reading A Second Look at Appear.in for Video Conferencing

How to Use Skype Without Creating an Account

chat conversation using Skype as a Guest

Microsoft has made it easier than ever to have conversations with your friends, family members, and colleagues around the world for free.

Announced earlier this month, you can now use Skype for free without needing to register or download the application.

All you need to do is join Skype as a guest to chat, message, or have a video conversation. Continue reading How to Use Skype Without Creating an Account