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Description

Ekiga, which was originally called GnomeMeeting, is a free and open-source application that provides SoftPhone, video conferencing, and instant messaging capabilities via the Internet. It offers high-definition sound and video quality comparable to that of DVDs. Utilizing the two main telephony standards, SIP and H.323, it ensures compatibility with a wide range of service providers along with various hardware and software solutions. The application made its debut in 2001 under its former name as part of a graduation project. At that time, technologies like voice over IP, IP telephony, and videoconferencing were still emerging and not widely adopted, unlike today. The GNU/Linux desktop environment was still developing, and multimedia functionalities were very limited. Many webcam drivers had significant issues, ALSA was yet to be introduced, and achieving full-duplex audio posed challenges. Performance was often a concern, particularly due to the prevalence of proprietary codecs. Despite these technological hurdles, Ekiga emerged as a pioneering solution! Its early introduction laid the groundwork for advancements in communication tools that we often take for granted today.

Description

Webcamoid serves as a comprehensive and versatile webcam application compatible with multiple operating systems, including GNU/Linux, Mac, and Windows. It allows users to capture images and record videos using various webcams while supporting the management of multiple devices simultaneously. Developed in C++ and utilizing the Qt framework, it offers tailored controls for each individual webcam. Users can enhance their streaming experience by applying over 60 humorous effects, and the application is available in numerous languages. Furthermore, it enables the utilization of custom network and local files as capture sources and supports desktop capture in various recording formats. One of its standout features is the virtual webcam capability, which enables the application to create interfaces that imitate real webcam hardware, allowing seamless interaction with other software as if they were actual devices. This virtual webcam functionality may require low-level system access, depending on the permissions granted by the operating system to developers. Webcamoid provides users with the choice between akvcam or v4l2loopback as virtual camera drivers, with akvcam being the recommended option due to its enhanced features and compatibility. Additionally, its extensive customization options make it an appealing choice for anyone looking to get the most out of their webcam experience.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Asterisk Yes 
Drupal Yes 

Integrations

Asterisk No 
Drupal No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

Free
Free Trial No 
Free Version Yes 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac No 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Ekiga

Founded

2001

Country

United States

Website

www.ekiga.org

Vendor Details

Company Name

Webcamoid

Country

United States

Website

webcamoid.github.io

Product Features

Softphone

Audio / Video Conferencing Yes 
Call Logging No 
Call Recording No 
Call Transfer No 
Caller Identification No 
Chat / Messaging Yes 
Contact Management No 
Fax Management No 

Product Features

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