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7 Best Video Communication Apps For Self-Isolation

With the coronavirus continuing to spread and most nations encouraging self-isolation, many of us are stuck indoors. The best way to combat being inside and unable to socialise is video chats! Catch up with your family and friends with these best communication apps.

=Best Video Communication Apps

1. Skype

Skype has long been known as the go-to for online calls, video chats and more. With Skype, you can send photos, voice messages and more with low rates to landlines across the globe. The best part about Skype is its versatility. This app is compatible with most devices making it easy to chat with friends and family via desktop, mobile, tablet or other devices.

2. Google Duo

Google Duo is all about ease and simplicity with a simple, user-friendly interface and iOS/Android capability. All you need to do is make an account, log in and get to dialling. It’s really that easy.

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3. Tango

Tango is one of the most popular communication apps of the past decade. With over 400 million users around the globe, you really can’t go wrong. Tango also has a small social aspect in that you can add friends and see ‘timelines and recent activity’.

4. Viber

Viber is the go-to app for high-quality video chats. This app is active across the globe and boasts free international video and voice calls. Additionally, there are loads of trendy features. For example, you can add emojis to your texts, hide and uncover messages and more.

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5. Zoom

Zoom is one of the best in the business when it comes to collaboration, high volume video chats and seamless communications. With Zoom, you can add up to 100(!!!) people to a video chat, each with their own high res feedback. Whether you want to catch up with mom and dad, or the whole neighbourhood, Zoom has you in mind.

6. Facebook Messenger

An obvious but often forgotten video platform is Facebook Messenger. With Facebook Messenger, you can video your friends and loved ones across the world. It’s completely free and comes with little perks like adding stickers and filters to your calls. Once you log in, just search by name or number to place your call.

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7. FaceTime

iPhone users needing to phone other iPhone users need to look no further than FaceTime. Built into the iOS system, it’s the highest quality call available between iOS devices and is one of the best video communication apps for iphone users. The calls are held at 720p, and the app is compatible with all Apple products meaning a stressfree, crystal clear connection every time.

Melanie Hamilton

Melanie is an avid traveller with a passion for history and global foods. She is currently based in Tbilisi, Georgia where most of her time is occupied with qvevri wine and Soviet history. Having do-si-do'd her way across Europe and Latin America, she's enjoyed some of the world's most exciting places firsthand and can't wait to tell you about them.

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