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Earlier today, news emerged about Microsoft killing Skype. Insider the app's code, users discovered a message stating that the platform will be retired in a couple of months. Now, just several hours later, we have an official confirmation from Microsoft: Skype is dead. Microsoft published a blog post on the official website where it acknowledged the rumors: Although the writing has been on the wall for quite a while, it is still sad to see Skype going away. For many years, it was the go-to service for voice and video calls and instant messages. However, Microsoft failed to keep Skype up with the times. Despite several attempts to make Skype cool and hip, the platform kept declining, and it was unable to compete with Zoom, FaceTime, Google Meet, and other, more popular services. Now, Microsoft recommends switching from Skype to Teams, which offers the same features plus a lot more. In a few days, Teams will receive an update to let Skype users sign in with their profiles and transfer their chats, contacts, and other data. Also, during the transition period, Microsoft will let Skype and Teams users talk to each other in messages and calls. If you do not want to move to Teams, you can export your Skype data, but make sure to do so before May 5, 2025. Paid users can continue using paid features beyond May 5, 2025, until the end of their current period. The Skype Dial Pad will be available in the Skype web portal and Microsoft Teams. You can read more about the upcoming end of Skype here. Source Hope you enjoyed this news post. Thank you for appreciating my time and effort posting news every day for many years. News posts... 2023: 5,800+ | 2024: 5,700+ | 2025 (till end of January): 487 RIP Matrix | Farewell my friend

Microsoft is rolling out another big update for Skype Insiders. Version 8.112.76.203 is available for download on all supported platforms with new PDF thumbnails, improvements for Skype's media composer on Android, new features for the calling UI, and more. With the latest update, you can preview PDF documents in chats. Instead of the standard icon, Skype now shows the first page of the PDF you received, giving you a sneak peek into the file without opening it. Microsoft says the new PDF thumbnails make documents "a clear, identifiable part of your conversation." Skype's media composer on Android now provides instant access to GIFs and stickers. These media are now only one tap away from your keyboard. In addition, the updated composer lets you copy and paste or drag and drop images and videos on tablets and foldables. The calling UI is also getting some love from developers. One-on-one Skype calls now support resizing and moving your video preview to any corner of the screen. The app will remember your preferences, so you do not have to change them every time someone calls you. Finally, there is a new way to switch between cameras: just tap your video preview to move from the front to the back camera. Every Skype update includes a few minor improvements and fixes, and version 8.112 is no exception. Here is what was fixed in the latest release: You can download the latest Skype Insider update from the official website. Source

Microsoft has a new Skype update for you to try. Those enrolled in the Skype Insider program can download version 8.116, which includes revamped Skype Channels and rich-text pasting on Android. Skype Preview on Android now lets you paste text and retain its formatting, such as bolt, italic, strikethrough, and code. This change will help you preserve formatting and avoid wasting time re-applying it. Another change in Skype 8.116 is Channels 2.0 (a built-in news feed powered by Microsoft News with over 3,500 news providers). Here are the new features it includes: Finally, Skype 8.116 has fixed the bug that was causing a persistent spinner in chats. You can download the latest Skype Insider update from the official website. The program is available on Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android. Source

Microsoft has released the latest preview version of its Skype messaging service for members of the Skype Insider Program. The new 8.109.76.101 version adds a new feature that will cut down long text messages into smaller ones using "smart" tech. It also adds some new camera features to the iOS version of Skype. Here is the changelog: You can download the latest Skype Insider build from the official website. The program is open to everyone using Windows 10, 11, macOS, Linux, or Android. Skype Insider is also available on iOS, but you need an invitation to join. Source

Skype Insiders received another preview update to try before the public rollout. Version 8.107 introduces reworked in-chat call messages. They now feature time stamps, actionable buttons (you can tap the message to make a call), and reworked visuals to help you better understand whether it was a missed, incoming, or outgoing call. Here is the changelog Microsoft published on the official Microsoft Community forum: You can download the latest Skype Insider build from the official website. The program is open to everyone using Windows 10, 11, macOS, Linux, or Android. Skype Insider is also available on iOS, but you need an invitation to join. In case you missed it, two previous updates introduced redesigned replies, a refreshed UI for audio messages, a new calling experience on mobile apps, camera improvements, and more changes. Source

Microsoft has released a new Skype preview update for testing in the Skype Insiders program. Version 8.105 reworks chat management in the messenger, improves conversation pinning, adds a new favorite icon, and various bug fixes. What is new in Skype Insider 8.105.76.205? A post on the official Microsoft Community forum contains the following: What’s new? Skype's Chat Organization Gets a Facelift! Ready to navigate your chats with flair and precision? We're bidding adieu to the old titles and introducing a sleeker, more intuitive layout. Here’s what’s fresh: Pinning Perfected: Spot the 'Pin' icon for your beloved Bing bot chat. Bing's never been easier to access! Favorites at a Glance: Your fav chats now boast a 'Fav' icon, making them instantly recognizable at the top of your chat list. Hide & Seek with Favs: Opt to hide favorites? The 'Fav' icon vanishes too, when you tap 'Hide Favorites' in the chats filter, for a clutter-free view. Out with the "Your AI Copilot", "Favorites" and "Chats" titles, and in with an organized, streamlined chat experience. Navigate with nuance, and let the conversations flow! Stability improvements & Bug fixes: App crashing when dragging one user into another chat to create a new group chat and then removing user, on Desktop & Web. Call recording banner disappears when changing orientation on Android. Conversation title is cropped when too long in landscape mode on iOS. Please let us know what you think about the latest changes, either here in the community or through the Skype app. You can always go to the Skype’s User Feedback channel to submit and vote for new features and ideas.  If you use Skype and do not mind trying early updates before the public rollout, head to the official Skype Insider website to enroll in the program. Skype previews are available on Windows 10 and 11, macOS, Linux, and Android. Source

Skype has issued an apology after a bug caused some users to receive a flood of repeated push notifications over the past few days. The issue is believed to have initially affected a small number of users and was caused by a glitch in the app that resulted in multiple notifications being sent for the same message. Since last week, users have reportedly received repeated notifications about chats and new features. For example, one user tweeted that they received an hourly notification about Skype's video chat feature. Some users have also reported receiving a flood of notifications, sometimes up to 10 times for a single new message. In a statement today, Skype apologized for the problem and said, "We are aware of this issue and are actively working to resolve it as soon as possible. We will update you on the progress and when the fix is in place." However, it is not clear what platforms or versions are affected by this issue. In the meantime, affected users can minimize notifications by going into the app's settings. You can also go to the Notifications panel to turn off notifications completely. In there, notifications for messages, features (Tips and Tricks), reactions, and more can be turned off. This will disable notifications until a permanent fix is implemented. While we are on the topic of Skype, in case you missed it,, last week, Microsoft pushed Skype Preview version 8.103.76.101. It brought drag-and-drop enhancements, performance uplifts for the GIF picker, and general stability improvements to the app. The Preview version is available on Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and Linux. Source

Earlier this week, Microsoft released an update for Skype Preview, bringing auto-download support and other improvements for testing before the public release. Now, another update is available—developers pushed version 8.103.76.101 with drag and drop enhancements, performance uplifts for the GIF picker, and general stability improvements. What is new in Skype Preview version 8.103.76.101? Here is the changelog Microsoft posted on the official forum: Drag & Drop Enhancements in Skype! Have you ever wished you could just drag and drop texts or links directly into Skype's message panel? Well, now you can, because Skype has leveled up! Now, effortlessly drag and drop texts or links directly into the message panel for quick edits and sending on Skype for Web on the Edge browser. Alternatively, drop them onto a conversation list, and they're saved as a handy draft. Modeled after our Android's direct share function, these items will neatly append at the end of your current draft, optimizing your chat experience. Enjoy! Performance Improvements for GIF Picker in Skype! We've heard you, and we're on it! We've focused on enhancing the performance and loading speeds of the GIF picker on Skype for iOS & Android. Our Engineering team has dived deep, employing cutting-edge optimization techniques to ensure a smoother experience for you and even better performance insights in the future. Users previously experienced some hiccups, especially when searching, but with these updates, those days are in the rearview. Dive in and experience the speed! Stability improvements & Bug fixes: Skype was using excessive CPU while in an idle state, on Mac Endless loading when adding a new card for Skype Number purchases on Web The "back arrow" delay during call setup to avoid accidental profile menu access on Android Skype Preview is available on Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, and Linux. You can sign up for the program on the official website. Source

Microsoft has announced the latest feature update for Skype. Version 8.102.76.210 is now available for those testing early updates before Microsoft ships them to the general public. In today's update, Skype received improvements for the file download experience with a "sleeker, more intuitive file design" and the ability to auto-download files in chats. In addition, version 8.102 resolves the bug with non-working cameras and crashes when scheduling calls. What is new in Skype 8.102.76.210? New features in the latest Skype Preview update include the following: Introducing a Sleeker, More Intuitive File Design & Auto-download! Seamless Auto-download: Tired of manually downloading each file? Navigate to Settings -> Messaging -> Auto-download files, and once enabled, your incoming files will automatically download. What's more, as they download, you'll see a vibrant icon specific to the file type, making it instantly recognizable. Say Goodbye to Excess Buttons: In our earlier design, files came with a 'Download' button which, post-download, changed to an 'Open' button. We've streamlined this. Now, with auto-download enabled, simply tap or click anywhere on the received file to instantly open and view it. This experience is consistent across all platforms. Save with Ease: While auto-download lets you view files immediately, we understand the need to sometimes save these to your device. On desktop platforms, right-click to select the 'Save-As' option from the menu, and on mobile, open the file, and select the 'Share' option. Before After Also, there are two important fixes for Android and iOS users: Video camera not working on Android Long pressing to schedule a call, was crashing the app on iOS & Android You can become a Skype Insider on the program's official website. Preview versions are available on Windows, macOS, iOS (closed beta via TestFlight), Android, and Linux. Full release notes for the latest Skype Preview update are available in a post on the official Microsoft forum. Source

A new report claims that there is a serious flaw in Microsoft's Skype chat mobile apps that could allow a hacker to detect a user's IP address. The flaw is reportedly enabled just by sending a link through Skype's text message feature, and the link does not have to be clicked on for the IP address to be revealed. The new flaw, as reported by 404Media.co, was first discovered by an independent security researcher who goes by the handle "Yossi". The article describes how this issue worked: To start, Yossi sent me a link via Skype text chat to google.com. The link was to the real Google site, and not an imposter. I then opened Skype on an iPad and viewed the chat message. I didn’t even click the link. But very soon after, Yossi pasted my IP address into the chat. It was correct. The article adds that this issue only affects Skype's mobile apps and does not appear to work on Skype on the desktop. Details about how this issue works on the hacker side were not revealed for security reasons, but the article claims the flaw is "trivially easy to exploit and involves changing a certain parameter related to the link." Yossi sent over his info about the flaw to Microsoft. The company's initial response to Yossi was that the IP address exposure in Skype "does not meet the definition of a security vulnerability for servicing which would require immediate servicing." However, when 404media.com asked Microsoft for comment, the company did state that while this issue with Skype was not an immediate security issue based just on the IP address exposure, "we will be addressing it in a future product update as a defense in depth improvement to help keep customers protected." As of this writing, Microsoft has yet to fix this problem. Source

Microsoft has released a new version of its Skype messaging service for members of the Skype Insider program. The new build number is 8.106.76.206. It has a new call experience for its mobile apps, a new camera revamp for its Android app, and a way to add Bing to one-on-one chats. Here is the changelog. You can check out the full blog post here: If you use Skype and do not mind trying early updates before the public rollout, head to the official Skype Insider website to enroll in the program. Skype previews are available on Windows 10 and 11, macOS, Linux, and Android. Source

If you're facing the "Skype your connection is too weak error," rest assured that you're not the only one experiencing this issue. Undoubtedly, Skype is widely popular globally as a widely-used application for video calling, video conferencing, and voice calling. However, like any other app in its category, Skype is prone to encountering bugs or errors. A specific instance involves users encountering difficulties making video calls after installing the v8.95 update. Currently, some individuals are facing challenges when trying to initiate calls to mobile devices or landlines. A significant number of Skype users are currently facing the "Skype your connection is too weak error" when they try to make calls to mobiles and landlines. This error typically occurs due to a poor or unstable connection. Users report receiving an error message that states, "Your connection is too weak, please try later," when initiating calls via Skype. Adding to the frustration, some individuals are also encountering sudden call disconnections within seconds of starting the call, further aggravating the problem. This persistent issue has been ongoing for the past few days, primarily affecting users making calls to China. How to fix the Skype your connection is too weak error? Unfortunately there's no official method to fix this error right now. Although, Skype has acknowledged the presence of this issue and has taken responsibility for its resolution. The Skype team is actively working to address the "Skype your connection is too weak error." However, they have not yet provided an estimated time for when the bug fix will be implemented. Rest assured, Skype is putting in considerable effort to rectify the problem and restore normal functionality, aiming to ensure a seamless calling experience for its users. Image source: Unsplash “We have identified the cause of this incident and are actively working on fixing it. Some users might be experiencing problems when calling mobiles and landlines from Skype. Unexpected call drops might also occur. Users may be unable to make Skype Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) calls to Chinese numbers,” stated Skype. It is crucial for Microsoft to acknowledge and prioritize the concerns of its users, ensuring a smooth and reliable calling experience on Skype. Source

Skype, your beloved VoIP service and messenger, has been updated to version 8.99.76.102 in the Skype Insider program. Testers can try out the latest batch of new features and changes before Microsoft pushes them to the general public in the later update. Build 8.99 contains a few notable improvements and new options, such as integration with Microsoft Weather, reworked call tabs, improved Bing integration, and more. What is new in Skype 8.99? Microsoft Weather now lets you check out the forecast without leaving Skype. Click the weather icon next to your profile, and Skype will open a side pane with a detailed forecast courtesy of Microsoft Weather, allegedly one of the most accurate weather providers. Reworked call tabs make it easier to distinguish Skype-to-Skype and Skype-to-Phone calls. Those two are now separate tabs, each offering specific features. For example, the Skype-to-Skype tab has prominent buttons to initiate a new video or audio call, while the Skype-to-Phone tab provides quick info about your subscription, current balance, and more. Prioritized Skype contacts on the Contacts tab. Skype contacts now sit on top of other people, making it easier to quickly find the person you need to chat with on Skype. Interactive Bing Chat prompts provide you with fun and fresh ideas to talk about with Microsoft's AI. For example, Skype can offer you to speak with Bing about inventing a new gadget, make it tell you a joke, or entertain in another way. Microsoft says those prompts shuffle every time you launch Skype. Bing toolbox is another improvement for the Bing 1:1 chat in Skype. It offers various tools and methods for interaction with the service, like education, social media, travel, creativity, entertainment, language, sports, or technology. Other changes in Skype 8.99 Preview include instant access to Bing Chat (no more waiting in line), redesigned landing page illustration, consecutive audio messages auto-play, and a single fix for the search bar blocking the top chat on iPad. You can download Skype Insider from the official website. More details about the latest release are available on the forum. Latest Skype Preview update adds MSN Weather, improved calls, better Bing integration, more

Microsoft pushed out new Windows Insider Dev and Beta builds last week. As it turned out, the company also pushed out a new Skype Insider version as well. This one has the build number 8.95.76.207 and has some new features. The biggest one is adding the new Bing to Skype. If you are a part of the new Bing Chat testing group, this new Skype Insider build will allow you to have conversations with the chatbot, and you can even add it to group conversations. Users of the Skype Android app will also get a new launch animation with this Insider build. In addition, the Skype Insider build has new Skype-to-Skype call support for the Touch Bar on Mac PCs. Here's are some more details: Control includes; mute/unmute, toggle video, end call. Control is enabled: if the user is the call initiator, as soon as the call is initiated, and even before the other user answers and during the call. If the user is a call receiver, control is enabled: only when the call is answered. Finally, a few bugs have been fixed in this new Skype Insider build: If a user received a pdf with a long name, it would push out the share button from view on all Platforms Crashing when you click 'Translate' on Mac Account was 'forgotten' regardless of what you clicked in the Sign Out dialog on Desktop If you want to check out these new features, you can grab the latest Skype Insider version from Microsoft's website. New Skype Insider build 8.95.76.207 adds the new Bing and more

Microsoft has released a new build for members of the Skype Insider program. The new build number is 8.97.76.300 and has a couple of new features, including adding the Today tab for desktop users, along with many bug fixes. Here is the changelog: What’s new? Bing rebranded: Introducing the new 'GPT AI Co-pilot' conversation header across all platforms. Continue to enjoy AI-powered real-time answers and insights, along with improvements to your Bing chat experience in both 1:1 and group conversations. Download the latest Skype update here. Desktop Today tab: Keep your finger on the pulse with the latest news and trends as we bring the Today tab experience from mobile to desktop platforms. Discover more about the Skype Today tab. Currently only available in the US. Bug fixes: Skype chat translation (1:1) in a translated conversation was only working one-way on Windows. On tapping a notification, it didn’t navigate you directly to the message on which that reaction was made on iPhone. The Share button shared the link twice on iOS. Not receiving missed calls notifications on iOS. UI is broken when bookmarking your own message on Web on Mac. Could not enter into a chat group when clicking a non Bing url link on Web on Windows. You can check out the full blog post here. The latest Skype Insider build adds the Today tab to desktop users and more

Five years ago, Microsoft attempted to give Skype users a breath of fresh air by redesigning the app across the platforms. Customers were unhappy with Microsoft trying to modernize Skype with questionable UI and uncalled features (you want stories in Skype?), so they forced the company to undo the damage and return to the drawing board. Now Microsoft is ready to rejuvenate Skype once again. The company says it has redesigned the Skype experience to be "more delightful and fun." The app now features a brand-new interface with fresh illustrations, new emoticons, better performance, and reliability improvements. You will even spot the iconic clouds from "the good old days" of Skype. Overall, Microsoft wants to keep its messenger familiar, fresh, and modern, so users should not be shocked or feel lost after installing the update. Skype on mobile devices now features improved colourful themes with more prominent and vibrant colours throughout the app and enhanced accessibility. You will also find recognizable Skype elements, such as clouds and animated emoticons. It is not all UI and graphics. Skype for iOS and Android has received the same new calling experience Microsoft added to desktops last year. Users can pick the light theme for calling, select backgrounds for participants without video, and enjoy better controls during video calls. Microsoft also promises technical improvements that ensure any video call performs well and remains stable no matter how many people participate (Skype supports up to 100 people per call). Finally, the redesigned Skype offers a new "Today" tab with personalized articles and news stories from "trusted sources all over the world." Users can read and share those stories without signing up for a subscription. You can read more about the latest improvements for Skype, including the new TruVoice real-time translation feature, in the official blog. Microsoft announces major Skype redesign with more 'delightful and fun' experience

Microsoft continues breaking the language barrier by giving Skype users more tools for translating chats and calls. The latest Skype update introduces real-time translation for video calls with your personal voice (TruVoice), allowing your interlocutor to hear the translation as you would speak it. It is a technology Microsoft demoed eight years ago, and now it is available for all customers for free. TruVoice is a big step for Skype in its mission to let people communicate with those whose language they do not know. Now you can ditch robotic voices and enjoy translation that sounds just like the person you are talking to. The AI that powers the feature uses several tools to do its magic. Microsoft says Skype Translator combines speech recognition with natural language processing, then samples your words to tune the translation and make it sound like you, achieving a more comfortable and human-like conversation. Microsoft also lets you disable the TruVoice feature and switch to standard robotic voices. You can see how the two options compare in the video below: The new translation capabilities in Skype support English, Spanish, French, German, Chinese, and other languages. For now, TruVoice is available only in one-to-one calls, but Microsoft promises to upgrade group calls and Telephony in the next few months. You can learn more about real-time translations with your personal voice in a post on the official Skype Blog. Skype gets real-time video calls translation "TruVoice" with your personal voice

Like other Microsoft software products, Skype has its Insider program, where everyone willing can test flight preview versions before Microsoft ships them to the general public. Although Skype is far from being the most exciting Microsoft product, enthusiasts and those relying on the good-old Skype may be interested in downloading a new beta and accessing the latest improvements and features. Version 8.87.76.203 is now available for testing on various platforms. What is new in Skype Insider Release 8.87.76.203: New Call Screen is now enabled by default on desktop, as the feature is out of beta. Easier access to captions during calls. You can enable captions directly from the call screen on desktop platforms. Fixed a bug where Skype would not connect to audio and video devices on older Windows versions, such as 7 and 8.1. Fixed crashes on iOS. Fixed bugs with opening chats on Android. Fixed a missing send button after recording a video on a Chromebook. Various stability improvements. You can download the latest Skype Insider build from the official website. Note that it might take a few days before the new features reach your device, even after installing the latest available version. The latest Skype Insider update has new call screen and fixes for old Windows versions

Microsoft has released a new test build for Skype Insiders across all platforms. The latest Skype build 8.91 has version number 8.91.76.304, and it also adds noteworthy new features for both mobile and desktop users. The ability to sign in with a QR code is one of the features Microsoft is testing with Skype Insiders. It is also testing the ‘What’s new’ link, and clicking on it will reveal all the changes added in an update. ‘Sign in with QR code’ and ‘What’s New’ links can be found on the user avatar/user name page. Another new functionality is the clickable or tappable message, which allows users to open the chat panel in the side bar and then navigate to the message by clicking the text over a user’s feed. This feature is also available on all platforms. Aside from these changes, Skype 8.91.76.304 also includes bug fixes and stability improvements. You can check out the complete official changelog below. Skype 8.91.76.304 Changelog What’s new? Clickable/tappable message that appears over the user's feed during a video call, in full screen on all Platforms. On desktop and tablet, when a user clicks the text over a user's feed, the chat panel opens in the side bar and you can navigate to the message. On mobile, when a user taps the text over the user's feed, the chat opens and you can navigate to the message. 'Sign in with QR code' and 'What's New' links, added to the bottom list of items, when you clip/tap your user avatar/user name on all Platforms. Easily access 'Sign in with QR code' and 'What's New'. Stability improvements Bug fixes: Notification issues on Amazon FireOS On changing the language continuously, the Done button was disabled on Windows Call and messaging issues on Android for some of our users in China It is important to note that these changes are available for those who registered themselves as Skype Insiders. If you are not an Insider, you will not get Skype 8.91.76.304. But chances are these changes will eventually be available for the general public after the testing is done with Insiders. Meanwhile, Skype build 8.91.76.304 is rolling out across all platforms. However, Microsoft says the update will be rolled out to users gradually in the next couple of days, and, therefore, there is no need to worry if you haven’t got it yet. What do you think about these new features and improvements if you are a Skype user? Let us know in the comments section. Microsoft releases Skype 8.91.76.304 with new features and bug fixes

Microsoft has released a new update for Skype Insiders. Build 8.89.76.102 is available on all supported platforms with improved notifications, clickable profile pictures, enhanced quick actions, and various bug fixes for a better user experience. Although Microsoft wants you to switch to Teams (does it?), the company continues improving Skype with regular updates containing new capabilities and quality-of-life improvements. What is new in Skype Insider 8.89.76.102? New features Preview an image received in notifications on iOS. By tapping and holding the Skype notification banner, you can preview an image received, in addition to selecting the Thumbs Up or Reply option. Clickable profile picture on all Platforms. This enables quicker profile updates. 'Connect on Skype' section on the first click search experience on all Platforms. 'Find contacts easily', 'Scan QR code' and 'Invite to Skype' are visible when you first click on Search, as a way for users to easily connect with others. 'What's new in Skype' and 'Easy meetings with anyone' quick actions on the start page Home Screen on all Desktops and Web. This is seen on App restarts and fresh installs. Improvements to the 'Share profile' button on this page, as well. Custom avatar addition improvements, while hosting a new meeting on Mobile and Web. UI Improvements to the floating mode when Closed Captions are enabled during a call on all Platforms. A Settings panel added to all views (bottom, left, floating). Available settings: language and captioning position mode. Stability improvements and bug fixes Toogle "Optimize mode" in Android devices' settings, in case you do not receive incoming call or message notifications, when your screen is off/when Skype is not open. UI Improvements to avatars and text when using captions during a call Close option missing, when opening another user's profile picture on iOS. You won't need to go back to exit this view You can download the latest Skype Insider build from the official website. The preview program is available on Windows, Mac, Linux (DEB and RPM), Android, and iOS. Note that the preview updates are rolling out gradually, so the latest improvements might arrive on your device a little later. Skype Insiders gets improved notifications, clickable profile pictures, more

Microsoft has released a new Skype preview update for testing on Windows, macOS, iPhone, Android, and Linux. The latest version brings several platform-specific features and general improvements to make Microsoft's a bit forgotten messenger slightly better. On iOS, customers can use the Calendar extension to attach Skype meetings to their calendar events, and Skype on Android now supports themed icons. Here is the full changelog for Skype 8.90.76.202: New Features: Skype Calendar extension added to the iOS Calendar's location of events on iPhone, iPad and Mac. You can now easily create a Skype meeting from your iOS calendar, and also invite others who are not Skype users, to join this meeting. Auto-language detection for call subtitles and translation on all Platforms. If User A speaks English and User B speaks French, translation starts with en-US fr-FR configuration. If User B starts speaking Czech, translation will get reconfigur to en-US cs-CZ. User A will not notice any change, the translation will keep going to English. User B will start hearing translation to Czech. View and scan a QR code on Skype, to connect more easily with friends and family on iOS, Android and Web. Tap your name at the top of the ‘Chats’ screen to view the QR code, at the top right. Clickable messages that appear over a call participant, when in full screen view/call stage on all Platforms. While on a call, you can click the message preview that pops up when a call participant sends one, to easily navigate you to the message in chat. Hints for new message reaction features on all Platforms. This should easily let you know when we release new features. Support for Android 13 themed launcher icons on Android. Skype icons will align themselves to match your preferred theme. Fixes and improvements: Deleted the @ symbol on a separate line for mentions. Hold call not appearing on iPad. You can download Skype Preview from the official website on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android. Latest Skype preview adds themed icons on Android 13 and Calendar extension support on iOS

It took Microsoft a while to release a native Skype client for Apple Silicon-based Macs. Apple has already changed the entire generation of its processors, but it is probably better late than never. Skype Insider 8.94.76.302 is available on all platforms (including Skype for the Web), bringing optimizations for M1 and M2-based Apple computers and several bugfixes across different platforms. Here are the changes. What is new in Skype Preview 8.94.76.302? New features: Native Skype App for the M1 build on Mac. You asked, and we delivered! Check out the Skype app speed improvement on Apple M1 Mac. Please test it and let us know what you think! Fixed bugs: Issues with reading and opening files, i.e. PDFs on iOS Names hidden in some chats on Android, MSIX, iOS Skype notifications blocked in the Edge browser Native call screen continuously displayed even when Skype was dropped on iOS App crashing when going to gallery and switching to web links on iOS You can download the latest Skype Insider update from the official website. If you are willing to test Skype's early releases, be sure to file your feedback and share ideas with Microsoft on the official Skype User Feedback website. Those who do not want to risk testing pre-release software will receive the update in the coming weeks. In case you missed it, Microsoft recently released a massive feature update for Skype across all platforms. In our dedicated coverage, you can learn about the new capabilities, such as real-time video calls translations with a natural voice. Microsoft finally delivers native Skype client for Apple Silicon Macs

Microsoft has a massive feature update for those using Skype. Version 8.93 is rolling out in the stable channel to customers on desktop and mobile operating systems, bringing them the recently announced natural voice translation feature that leverages the powers of AI to synthesize your voice when translating video calls in real time. There are also improved settings, new customization options, a new section with recommended content, and many other improvements Microsoft revealed a couple of weeks ago. What is new in Skype 8.93? Here are the changes and improvements in Skype 8.93 for Windows, Mac, Linux, and the Web: Who’s this?: You can easily manage your Caller ID settings from within the Skype app. All the pretty colours: You can customize your theme in Skypeand choose from several different colours. The Beauty of languages: You can now use your own voice during a translated call in Skype. Universal translator: During a Skype call, if a participant speaks different languages, Skype Translator will automatically detect the languages and translate it for you. Bug fixes and stability improvements. Got rid of some bugs, made a few tweaks. All in a day's work. Skype on Android, iPhone, and iPad has received the following: Who’s this?: You can easily manage your Caller ID settings from within the Skype app. All the pretty colours: You can customize your theme in Skypeand choose from several different colours. Extra! Extra! Read all about it: Stay up-to-date with the latest news and trends. Hit me up sometime: You can easily add contacts in Skype on mobile using a unique QR code to get connected. Lookin’ fresh: We’ve made some updates with Skype videos calls on mobile. The Beauty of languages: You can now use your own voice during a translated call in Skype. Universal translator: During a Skype call, if a participant speaks different languages, Skype Translator will automatically detect the languages and translate it for you. Bug fixes and stability improvements. Got rid of some bugs, made a few tweaks. All in a day's work. The new features are rolling out gradually, which means some users will get them a little later than others. You can download Skype for the desktop from the official website. Skype for Android is available in the Google Play Store, and Skype for iPhone and iPad in the Apple App Store. Skype gets a massive update with new personalization, natural voice translation, and more

Update also improves AI image features, adds OneAuth support on iOS. If you've used Microsoft's Skype in recent years, you've probably noticed that the user experience is less than ideal because of the pervasiveness of ads in the software. Fortunately, that's going to change in a new update coming to all platforms in the near future. In the latest release notes for Skype Insider build 8.125, product manager Irene Namuganyi writes, "We’re excited to announce that Skype is now ad-free! Our latest update removes all ads from Skype channels and the entire Skype platform, ensuring a smoother, decluttered, and more enjoyable user experience." Whereas there were previously ads in the "today" section of the application, it will now be ad-free, showing just the relevant newsfeed content. There won't be any ads in conversation views, either. Other major features in the Skype update include improved AI image creation—you can now more directly access the feature from the chat window or top bar, the UI has been improved, and other improvements—and the introduction of OneAuth integration on the iOS app. (OneAuth was already supported on Skype for Android.) Skype isn't the behemoth of online communication it was long ago, though it's still popular for international calls in many cases, and it still has quite a few users. But this update is interesting in the larger context of Microsoft's software strategy. Ads have been popping up all over Windows and other Microsoft experiences, like the Start menu. Anyone who's using Windows or Microsoft's web services right now is too familiar with the company's aggressive efforts to get users to start using the Edge web browser or to try the Copilot AI tool. Does this Skype update herald a scaling back of that approach to the company's software business in response to criticism about a less-than-ideal user experience? We have no way of knowing, but this is nice to see if you're still a frequent Skype user. Source Hope you enjoyed this news post. Thank you for appreciating my time and effort posting news every single day for many years. 2023: Over 5,800 news posts | 2024 (till end of July): 3,313 news posts

Several weeks ago, Microsoft made a surprising announcement about making Skype, one of the original VoIP services, completely ad-free. In the latest Skype Insider preview build, Microsoft ditched all ads across the service, making the messenger more appealing. Now, there is another build to try in the Skype Insider program. Version 8.127 was fully released, but there are no big new features or substantial changes. Instead, developers focused on stability and performance improvements, bug fixes, and other minor changes. Here is the complete changelog: While it is true that Skype is no longer the go-to choice when it comes to messaging or calls, it is far from dead, and regular Skype Insider updates prove that Microsoft is not willing to ditch its ill-fated messenger. If you want to try the latest preview build, head to the official Skype Insider page here. Image source: Depositphotos Source Hope you enjoyed this news post. Thank you for appreciating my time and effort posting news every single day for many years. 2023: Over 5,800 news posts | 2024 (till end of July): 3,313 news posts