Skype to Close in May, New Tech Releases and Innovations
- Skype to close in May
- Adobe releases Photoshop app for iPhone
- Google's Pixel Watch 3 receives FDA clearance for Loss of Pulse feature
- Oura launches large-scale pregnancy study
- Panasonic releases Lumix S1R II mirrorless camera
- Clicks Keyboard Case available for Android devices
- Plugable ships 10-port USB-C hub
- HTC announces Viverse Worlds platform
Skype Closure
Microsoft has announced that Skype, the popular video-calling app, will be closing in May. The app was acquired by Microsoft in 2011 for $8.5 billion and had 300 million users at its peak in 2016. However, with the rise of other communication tools like Slack, Zoom, and Microsoft's own Teams, Skype's user base has declined to 36 million users worldwide.
New Tech Releases
Adobe has released a full-fat Photoshop app for iPhone, with an Android version promised soon. The app is free, with some features requiring a subscription. Google's Pixel Watch 3 has received FDA clearance for its Loss of Pulse feature, which can detect cardiac arrest. Oura has launched a large-scale pregnancy study, recruiting 10,000 subjects to collect data on physiological changes during pregnancy.
Other Innovations
Panasonic has released a new mirrorless camera, the Lumix S1R II, which can record up to 8K video. The Clicks Keyboard Case is now available for Android devices, providing a physical keyboard and increasing screen real estate. Plugable is shipping its 10-port USB-C hub, which features Intelligent Power Allocation and prioritizes device charging. HTC has announced Viverse Worlds, a platform for 3D content creation and sharing.