Skype has long connected family, friends and colleagues who are sprinkled around the globe via video chat. However time zones, schedules and busy jobs can make it difficult sometimes to schedule a “Skype date.” Enter Skype Qik. The company released its new app Tuesday, which allows users to send 40-second videos of “can’t miss” moments to individual contacts and groups, allowing the conversation to flow throughout the day. The app, which is available for iOS, Android and Windows devices, operates like a sophisticated version of Snapchat. Facebook Messenger offers a similar video feature allowing users to send 15 second videos with the push of a button, which can then easily be forwarded to other contacts. Skype Qik distinguishes itself from the pack by giving users control over their media even after they’ve sent it. Read more http://kticradio.com/abc_business/skype-releases-new-video-messaging-app-qik-abcid35061506/
