>> Video calling hasn't taken off because its expensive and pretty useles
Video calling hasn't taken off because one of the beautiful things about voice calling is that no-one can see where you are, what you're doing or what state the place is in. . :-)
I've had "3" mobiles with video capability for a few years now, the only other person I know with one is the ex mrs... and I sure as hell don't want to have to look at her face while I'm talking to her! That issue besides, who wants to make sure their hair etc is tidy, the room is clean etc before making a quick call? Not to mention people who aren't where they say they are, or who are driving... Just think how many photos you take that you don't share with people because of background clutter/revealing data etc. Much better to make a simple voice call and let the other party imagine you looking your best.
>> Anyone remember the old Sinclair Spectrum scam?
That one passed me by, I must have been young, naive and innocent when I had my Speccy. Saying that, I hear of all sorts of commonplace scams nowadays that just wouldn't have crossed my radar (like how easy it is to fiddle gas meters, clock cars and so on) so maybe I'm destined to remain naive and innocent forever?
Last edited by: Dave_TD {P} on Mon 29 Mar 10 at 10:16
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