The six backgrounds selected for the study were categorized as: home (living room), blurred home, bookcase, plants, blank wall and novelty – in this case a walrus in front of an iceberg.

There’s a large, white kitchen-turned-greenhouse stacked with plant babies and plates full of pancakes that would make you the envy of all your coworkers who are currently stuck in apartments.

Study: Virtual first impressions: Zoom backgrounds affect judgements of trust and competence. Image Credit: fizkes / Shutterstock First impressions are instantly formed; people infer character ...

In the realm of virtual meetings, the background you choose for your Zoom calls may have more impact than you think. According to a study conducted by Paddy Ross and his team at Durham University ...

As you’re celebrating the autumn season, these fall Zoom backgrounds are perfect for seasonal video chats. Upgrade your calls with pretty leaves, pumpkins, and more.