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CNET Editors' review
Tango Video Calls is a free VoIP application for iOS with high goals, but low performance. The app is very easy to use, but its interface misses the finesse of a native iOS application such as FaceTime.
With its intuitive interface, most users will be able to skip the video tutorial and get started right away, especially those who've used a VoIP app before. Tango Video Calls does offer some great features, such as the FaceTime-ish video call (the primary aim of the app) or (what we liked the most) video messaging. We loved the concept of breaking down the wall between mobile operating systems, and we do value the initiative from Tango's developers. It was so good to have a video chat with our friends running Android, which isn't an option with FaceTime. Another feature we loved is the capability to receive Tango calls without the need to continuously keep the app running in the background. This prevents Tango from being a data and (most importantly!) battery hog. We did have some issues with the video quality of the calls, but these didn't detract from the app's overall usefulness.
We also liked the app's capability to switch between cameras, similar to Skype or FaceTime, but the images weren't as crisp as during a FaceTime call. What is good, though, is that Tango is not limited to Wi-Fi connections; it can also use your 3G connection, which makes it very handy.
Despite a few video and image issues, we highly recommend this app for its ease of use and its capability to cross platforms.
Publisher's Description
From TangoMe:
Tango allows you to make free phone calls and free video calls over 3G and Wi-Fi. Make calls to any other person who has Tango installed on their phone or PC anywhere in the world for free. Start a Tango call with just voice, and easily move into a video call when you have something to share by tapping the camera icon. Save money when calling your friends abroad by inviting them to use Tango.Millions of people around the world are using Tango to communicate every day, stay connected, and share special moments as they happen. Whether saying goodnight to your kids while traveling on business, needing advice from your best friend while shopping, or saying I love you to your girlfriend studying abroad, Tango for all your calls because you never know where the conversation will take you.Tango Features: Works on iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPod touch 4th-generation, iPad, iPad 2 (but not the iPhone 3G) Free calls between PCs, iOS and other mobile devices Save money with free international calls to other Tango members Start a phone call with Tango and switch to a video call when you have something to show by tapping the camera icon We automatically find the friends that already have Tango No log in and password - create an account in less than five seconds Invite your friends by Text and Email Simple and easy to useLearn more at http://www.tango.me/ Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/TangoMe Follow us on Twitter at http://www.twitter.com/tangome Watch us on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/TangoMeNeed Help? Visit http://support.tango.me
What's new in this version: - Improved support for iPhone4S and iOS 5- Improved video quality- Improved UI look and feel- Now also available on PC at www.tango.me
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"Highly recommend Tango, Free and so easy to use."
Version: Tango Video Calls 1.6.13342
Pros
Downloads for phone and PC, other similar apps dont have download for PC. Just open app find contact and call. It finds other users very quickly, lets you know if they do not have Tango. Like that it is not just Iphones/pads that can use it. Runs in the background so no signing in and its always on.
Cons
Would like to have option to text message my contacts from my PC otherwise have no complaints so far!
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"Free call but your email become spam sender for Tango"
Version: Tango Video Calls 1.6.13342
Pros
free call free video call but nothing really free!
Cons
After install Tango app into my new iPhone 4 s, all contact in my iPhone got spam email from my yahoo email (not from Tango email address) invite them to join Tango. Seriously, Tango has implement some spam in my iPhone and trigger a cascade of spam email send to everyone in my contacts. The Apple support told me to reset the iPhone to the factory setting! That's the only to clean the spam ware that come after install Tango.
So beware to everyone, before you sign up Tango, you should prepare yourself for your email account been used as spam email sender!!Summary
Beware, you will become a spammer working for Tango!!
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"Fast and easy video calling app"
Version: Tango Video Calls 1.6.13342
Pros
Fast, free, easy to make an account, bypasses login process, find friends easily, and lets you video chat with friends on any mobile devices and platforms.
Cons
Connection can be a little shaky at times, but it depends on your connection, too.
Summary
Tango is one of my favorite video calling apps. Creating an account was incredibly easy, and it was able to quickly identify my friends on my contact list who have an account. I am able to video call those who don't necessarily have an iPhone. I also like that you don't have to login. Just simply open the app, tap on the person you want to call, tap on the video icon, and bam! you're having a video chat. Simple, easy, and free!
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