UberConference
Features Covered
Timeline
| Milestone | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Launch | Nov 1, 2012 | Launched by Switch Communications as a no-PIN conference calling service |
| Acquired by Dialpad | Jul 1, 2015 | Dialpad acquired Switch Communications and UberConference |
| Video conferencing added | Jan 1, 2017 | Expanded from audio-only to include video conferencing |
| Rebranded to Dialpad Meetings | Jan 1, 2020 | UberConference rebranded as Dialpad Meetings |
| Discontinued | Jun 1, 2020 | UberConference brand fully retired |
Provisions (4)
Video Conferencing
"UberConference eliminated the traditional PIN-based joining process that plagued legacy conference calling services."
Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Participant limit | Up to 100 participants on business plans |
| No-PIN dialing | Participants join without entering a PIN code |
| Browser-based | No downloads required for web participants |
Sources: UberConference
Screen Sharing
"UberConference offered browser-based screen sharing without requiring any downloads or plugins."
Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Sharing options | Full screen or application window |
| Browser sharing | Screen sharing directly from the browser without plugins |
| Visual roster | See who is sharing and who is speaking |
Sources: UberConference
Recording and Transcription
"UberConference provided simple one-click recording for all conference calls on paid plans."
Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Cloud recording | Record conferences with one-click recording |
| Storage | Cloud storage for recorded meetings |
| Download | Download recordings as audio files |
Sources: UberConference
Chat and Messaging
"UberConference's visual call interface displayed participant profiles and chat alongside the active speaker."
Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| In-meeting chat | Text messaging during live conference calls |
| File sharing | Share documents and links during calls |
| Participant list | Visual roster showing all participants and chat activity |
Sources: UberConference