Video messages can be sent as text. In Skype you can send video messages. Popular Internet messenger and the IP-telephony service Skype is going to introduce the option of video messages.
The new service will be similar to MMS, only with videos, and will focus mainly on the pay of service users. It is worth noting that the monthly fee for Skype Premium at the moment is 8.99 $ for this sum members receive a number of additional settings.
In addition, there are rumors that in the next update of the popular program will be available and feature video. Thus, users will be able to send to your friends video unlimited, while the video may be stored on servers without limit shelf life.
In turn, those who use Skype for free, will also be able to use video messages, but the functionality will be somewhat limited. So, will cut the number of messages sent but received messages will not be limited.
The retention time of messages sent or received, will be 90 days. Therefore, communication with loved ones and family will be even more interesting.
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