Element Classic vs HCL Sametime

Element Classic is the previous-generation of Element mobile app. Friends, family and communities should use the free and open source Element X app which is faster, easier to use, and more powerful. New users of public sector organisations, enterprises and professional teams users should use the Element Pro app that is built for work and organizations. Element Classic is available at least until the end of 2025 and will receive critical security updates but no further enhancements or new features.

HCL Sametime: Secure Team Chat & Meetings HCL Sametime is a highly secure, persistent team chat and meetings platform designed for the modern enterprise. Communicate in real-time across web, desktop, and mobile with the confidence that your data remains private and protected. Built for Regulated Industries Sametime is the premier choice for government entities, financial institutions, and companies in regulated industries. Whether you are navigating strict data privacy laws (GDPR, HIPAA) or require data gravity solutions, Sametime ensures your communications are secure, auditable, and under your control. Key Features: Modern Collaboration: Persistent 1:1 and group chats, now featuring Channels for better team organization. Secure Meetings: Instant or scheduled meetings with audio/video, lecture-style support, and recording capabilities. Seamless Mobility: Multi-device support with QR code one-click setup and enhanced CarPlay integration. Smart Tools: Edit sent messages, search chat history, and preview rich URLs directly in the app. Broadcast & Share: Send files, photos, and broadcast announcements to your entire community. Pinned Priority: Keep your most important chats and meetings at the top of your list. Advanced Integration: Works with HCL Sametime server versions 10, 11, and 12, including deployments embedded in HCL Domino Workspace environments. What’s New (HCL Sametime version 12.0.2 Required): Stream & Share: YouTube streaming, Live Streaming, and Camera/Screen share viewing. What’s New (HCL Sametime version 12.0.3 Required): Reactions: Streamline feedback and boost engagement with the ability to add emoji reactions to messages. Chat Search: Quickly retrieve critical information with an enhanced search to locate specific messages across your entire chat history. Read Receipts: Gain real-time visibility into your communications with indicators that confirm when your messages have been viewed by recipients. What’s New (HCL Sametime version 12.0.4 Required): Channels: Streamline department communication and project alignment within dedicated team spaces featuring full moderator controls. Edit Chat: Maintain flawless accuracy in your everyday communications with the flexibility to easily correct sent messages. Meeting Reactions: Boost live interaction and expressive feedback during video sessions with an expanded emoji palette. Meeting Summaries: Extract critical insights and catch up on missed meeting discussions seamlessly with intelligent transcript summaries powered by HCL Domino IQ. Domino Files Integration: Save chat file attachments directly to Domino Files, and share files by selecting them from Domino Files. Connectivity to HCL Sametime server infrastructure is required. Learn more at: hcl-software.com/sametime