About Ekiga
Ekiga is an open-source softphone, video conferencing, and instant messenger application. It supports HD audio, DVD-quality video, and major telephony standards like SIP and H.
Ekiga is an open-source softphone, video conferencing, and instant messaging application for Windows and GNU/Linux. Formerly known as GnomeMeeting, it provides free audio and video calls over the internet, supporting both SIP and H.323 standards for broad interoperability. Key features include HD audio, DVD-quality video, call management (hold, transfer, forward), and presence-enabled instant messaging. As a free, open-source project, it does not have formal pricing plans or a free trial. Support is community-based through mailing lists and a wiki. The software is available for download directly from the official website. While development has slowed, with the last stable release in 2013, it remains a functional tool for users seeking a standards-compliant communication client.
Pros & Cons
- Free and open-source software.
- Supports major telephony standards SIP and H.323, ensuring wide interoperability.
- Provides both high-definition audio and high-quality video calling.
- Available for both Windows and GNU/Linux operating systems.
- Includes standard telephony features like call hold, transfer, and forwarding.
- The last stable release was in 2013, suggesting development has significantly slowed or stalled.
- No native mobile apps for iOS or Android are mentioned.
- Support is limited to community mailing lists and a wiki, with no dedicated commercial support options.
- The user interface, while functional, is based on older design standards (GTK+3).
Features
Key features
Make free audio and video calls over the internet with support for HD sound and DVD-quality video.
Interoperable with a wide range of hardware and software through support for both SIP and H.323 telephony standards.
Includes free instant messaging capabilities with presence support to see contacts' online status.
Available for both GNU/Linux and Windows operating systems.
Supports call hold, call transfer, call forwarding, and DTMF.
Supports remote address books via LDAP and local address books in Gnome (Evolution).
Additional features
Supports 13 audio codecs (including G.711, G.722, Speex) and 6 video codecs (including H.264 and Theora).
Improves audio quality by reducing echo during calls.
Provides a log of all incoming and outgoing calls.
Features auto-detection for audio and video devices on Linux (ALSA, V4L) and Windows (DirectX).
Allows users to register and use several SIP or H.323 accounts simultaneously.
Shows the status of contacts (Online, Away, Busy) and allows setting a custom status message.
Supports sending SMS messages if the service provider allows it.
Main UI can be customized to show preferred contacts in a buddy list.
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About Ekiga
Ekiga is an open-source softphone, video conferencing, and instant messenger application. It supports HD audio, DVD-quality video, and major telephony standards like SIP and H.
Ekiga Details
Ekiga's In-App Market Place
Does Ekiga have an in-app market place?
Yes
How many Mini-Apps in the marketplace?
0
Mini Apps
Pricing Options
Accepted Payment Currencies
Pros & Cons
- Free and open-source software.
- Supports major telephony standards SIP and H.323, ensuring wide interoperability.
- Provides both high-definition audio and high-quality video calling.
- Available for both Windows and GNU/Linux operating systems.
- Includes standard telephony features like call hold, transfer, and forwarding.
- The last stable release was in 2013, suggesting development has significantly slowed or stalled.
- No native mobile apps for iOS or Android are mentioned.
- Support is limited to community mailing lists and a wiki, with no dedicated commercial support options.
- The user interface, while functional, is based on older design standards (GTK+3).
Ekiga's Support Options
Documentation
https://www.ekiga.org/documentation.htmlCommunity Forums
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