The Life Story Of A Tech Product. Can They Last?
In this episode, we explore the rise and fall of iconic tech products and platforms, with a focus on Skype, the video and audio calling giant set to retire in May 2025. Once a game-changer in the early 2000s, Skype revolutionised communication by offering affordable, high-quality calls, making it a household name with millions of users. However, in recent years, it’s struggled to keep up with more modern platforms like Zoom, Slack, and others that have adapted to the smartphone era.
Why do tech products go from "must-haves" to "obsolete" so quickly? And what does Skype's imminent retirement…
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