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Take note Skype users: Google acquired Gizmo5

Saturday, November 14, 2009

I have tried Skype long time ago but I didn’t stick with it because (1) it’s using proprietary software, (2) any Skype installation is utilized, too, behind our backs to connect other Skype clients and (3) being a telecom guy, I want inter-connectivity with real phones.

Gizmo, although not as popular as Skype, uses open protocols (like SIP) and connects well with real phones. Google have seen this  opportunity to integrate it with GoogleTalk and GoogleVoice. Read the news from TechCrunch where I learned that Skype attempted to acquire Gizmo! In GoogleVoice blog, they temporarily suspended new sign-ups. Thanks I already have  Gizmoaccount.

What’s the benefit for ordinary users? Gizmo5 uses SIP protocol. SIP is royalty-free. Therefore, Skype-like communication among stand-alone IP phones, analog phone adaptors, mobile phones  and PC/laptops is readily available for you. Great isn’t it?

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