General features
Cisco Jabber allows to make direct calls from the computer or the mobile phone. It is available as a browser-based and mobile app solution. Cisco Jabber allows to View real-time availability of co-workers and colleagues within and outside the enterprise network. It allows using a single, intuitive interface for instant messaging with individuals and groups, IP telephony, video, visual voicemail, voice and web conferencing, and desktop sharing etc.
Newer Innovations
Cisco Jabber is also available as wireless app used for mobile devices. It is an XML based open source platform with an intuitive email like interface. Jabber is a portable and flexible platform that uses nothing but a stable internet connection to connect. It allows accessing directly from Microsoft Office applications. Jabber’s Chat history/persistence and server-based logging capabilities allow users to view the content of prior chats. Its soft phone allows making high-quality and high-availability voice and video telephony at all locations to user’s desk phones, soft clients, and mobile devices.
Why use it?
Cisco Jabber is a portable and flexible platform that uses nothing but a stable internet connection to connect. It is built on open standards, and can be integrated with commonly used desktop applications.
Industry’s Positive Comments
Some of the positive comments of the people in the industry are –
Cisco Jabber is easy to use and compatible
It’s a cross platform and lightweight tool.
Jabber is a great interface for conversation.
It is easy to use and user interface is intuitive.
Jabber’s best function is that it shows when someone is available.
Needs Improvement
Some of the people in the industry want its better integration to Outlook and email. It does not have Chat import functionality. Its performance could be improved.
Similar Products in Industry
Other Similar products available in market are UberConference, Skype, Cisco Webex Meetings, Zoom, Cisco Webex teams, Teamviewer, GoToMeeting etc.