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What is GNOME Videos?

Videos, commonly known as Totem, serves as a dedicated media player for the GNOME desktop environment and is designed to accommodate various plugins. Since its inclusion as a core application starting from the GNOME 2.10 release, it systematically organizes all your video files for seamless access, allowing you to simply choose a file to watch. The application also provides easy access to numerous video channels directly through its interface, making entertainment more accessible. With a user-friendly design, it emphasizes the importance of enhancing the viewing experience, ensuring that users can focus on their content without unnecessary distractions. Furthermore, Fluendo has played a pivotal role in sponsoring the work of Ronald Bultje and Tim-Philipp Müller for the development of the GStreamer backend, while Collabora has also lent its support to Müller’s contributions. This collaboration not only highlights the dedication of the community towards advancing multimedia playback on GNOME but also fosters a spirit of innovation and improvement in the software ecosystem. As a result, the ongoing development efforts contribute significantly to the overall user experience in multimedia applications.

What is Ekiga?

Originally known as GnomeMeeting, Ekiga is a free and open-source software that facilitates SoftPhone, video conferencing, and instant messaging over the Internet. Its capabilities deliver high-definition sound and video quality that rivals DVDs. By adhering to the two primary telephony standards, SIP and H.323, Ekiga guarantees compatibility with a broad array of service providers, as well as various hardware and software options. This application first launched in 2001 as part of a graduation project under its previous name when technologies such as voice over IP, IP telephony, and video conferencing were just beginning to gain traction. At that time, the GNU/Linux desktop environment was still maturing, and the multimedia functionalities available were quite limited. Many webcam drivers were plagued by significant problems, ALSA had not yet been implemented, and achieving full-duplex audio was a notable challenge. Performance issues were prevalent, particularly due to the widespread use of proprietary codecs. Nevertheless, Ekiga emerged as a groundbreaking solution! Its introduction not only filled a gap in the market but also paved the way for the development of modern communication tools that we now rely on every day. The legacy of Ekiga continues to influence the evolution of online communication technologies, reflecting the rapid advancements we have witnessed since its inception.

Media

Media

Integrations Supported

Asterisk
Drupal

Integrations Supported

Asterisk
Drupal

API Availability

Has API

API Availability

Has API

Pricing Information

Free
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Pricing Information

Pricing not provided.
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Company Facts

Organization Name

GNOME

Company Website

wiki.gnome.org/Apps/Videos

Company Facts

Organization Name

Ekiga

Date Founded

2001

Company Location

United States

Company Website

www.ekiga.org

Categories and Features

Categories and Features

Softphone

Audio / Video Conferencing
Call Logging
Call Recording
Call Transfer
Caller Identification
Chat / Messaging
Contact Management
Fax Management

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