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RIP Skype. Born: 2003. Died: today.
- Skype, launched in 2003, revolutionized videophoning but now takes its place among early-2000s services left behind.
- Skype, acquired by eBay and later Microsoft, grew to 300 million users but faced challenges from emerging rivals.
- Skype's popularity declined as competitors like WhatsApp and Microsoft's own Teams offered similar features more seamlessly.
- The surge in video chatting during the pandemic did not save Skype, with only 36 million daily users by 2023.
- Microsoft announced the sunset of Skype, prompting users to transition to Teams or export their data by May 5.
- Though some mourn the end of Skype, others note its decline under Microsoft's leadership and prefer alternatives.
- Skype's legacy remains as a pioneer in modern communication, fondly remembered by many for its role in long-distance relationships and job interviews.
- The closure of Skype reflects the evolution of communication technologies, with various free video calling platforms now available.
- Skype's demise signifies the end of an era of early-2000s social platforms like Myspace, highlighting the ever-changing digital landscape.
- As we bid farewell to Skype, its impact on how we communicate today remains significant despite its eventual decline.
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