New Delhi, July 1 -- The year 2025 is proving to be a significant period for the tech sector. Several well-known apps and digital platforms have shut down. This wave of closures marks the end of an era for millions of users worldwide. This includes read-it-later apps like Pocket and video calling pioneers like Skype. Below are five of the most recognized apps and services that have either closed or announced plans to shut down in 2025. We also examine the impact of these closures on everyday users and the broader tech community.

Microsoft has officially ended support for Skype, which was once the preferred platform for free internet calls and video chats. After May 2025, the platform, launched in 2003 and acquired by Microsoft in 2011, w...