Skype acquired group-messaging service GroupMe

August 23, 2011 | Author: Adam Levine
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Mobile group-messaging services hit the social Web this year. Basically they are designed for communication and interaction with friends and family, but (as we know) such social technologies are rapidly find their way into Enterprise. One of such services GroupMe was yesterday bought by Skype for as much as $80 million. GroupMe allows to create a group and send text messages, photos to its members, start conference calls and share your location. For example, you send a message and all group members instantly receive it. Or you can call all them at once. Such a service could be useful for mobile work-groups, which need real-time communications. For example, equipment service companies.

GroupMe works on smartphones (iPhone, Android, Blackberry, WP7) via the Internet connection, or on any phone via SMS. True, if the message is sent via SMS, you will pay for this to your mobile operator. And you will pay for sending SMS message to the US number. Conference calling is available only in the U.S. too. The max number of users in one group - 25 people. Until now, the service was provided free of charge.

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Author: Adam Levine
Adam is an expert in project management, collaboration and productivity technologies, team management, and motivation. With an extensive background working at prestigious companies such as Microsoft and Accenture, Adam's in-depth knowledge and experience in the field make him a sought-after professional. Currently, he has ventured into entrepreneurship, owning a thriving consulting and training agency where he imparts invaluable insights and practical strategies to individuals and organizations, empowering them to achieve their goals and maximize their potential. You can contact Adam via email adam@liventerprise.com