Microsoft overhauls Skype with new calling features, themes
3 years, 6 months ago

Microsoft overhauls Skype with new calling features, themes

The Hindu  

Microsoft on Monday said it is revamping Skype app with new calling features and colourful themes in an attempt to breathe new life into its nearly two-decade-old application. The overhaul will improve the ‘call stage’, placing a user on the main view during a call, and display all participants on the screen, even the ones who are not sharing video. Users can disable the video stream and hide audio-only participants from the calling screen, the company said in a blog post. They will The app will also allow users to see two different views by adding another camera to an existing call.

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Microsoft to discontinue Skype, Teams takes over as primary videoconferencing platform
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Microsoft to discontinue Skype, Teams takes over as primary videoconferencing platform

Firstpost  

Microsoft has always prioritised Teams above Skype, and the decision to fold the brand underlines the company’s ambition to simplify its main communications software in the face of several competitors This photo shows the icon for Microsoft's Skype app on a smartphone in New York. The software behemoth said Friday that it will discontinue Skype in May and migrate some …

‘End of an Era’: Microsoft to Shut Down Skype in 2025, Moving Users to Teams
3 weeks, 6 days ago

‘End of an Era’: Microsoft to Shut Down Skype in 2025, Moving Users to Teams

ABP News  

In a major shift in its communication services, Microsoft has announced that it will officially shut down Skype on May 5, 2025. The tech giant will transfer all the existing users to the free version of Microsoft Teams, marking the end of an era for one of the most iconic video-calling platforms. One user simply wrote, “End of an era,” …

Microsoft To Shut Down Video Calling Platform Skype in May 2025
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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Microsoft To Shut Down Video Calling Platform Skype in May 2025

Deccan Chronicle  

Microsoft is shutting down the iconic video calling platform Skype, which it bought almost 14 years ago. Microsoft said that Skype users will be able to sign into Teams using their Skype credentials, starting today. Microsoft said that it will not offer paid Skype features to new customers, including Skype Credit and subscriptions that allow users to make and receive …

Goodbye Skype! Microsoft to shut down the popular calling app after 22 years
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Goodbye Skype! Microsoft to shut down the popular calling app after 22 years

India TV News  

Microsoft to shut down the popular calling app after 22 years With Microsoft fully shifting its focus to Teams, Skype users will have to adapt to the change before May 5, 2025. Microsoft Teams takes over as the new video-calling solution With Skype being phased out, Microsoft is encouraging users to move to Microsoft Teams, which offers enhanced features and …

Microsoft retires Skype, internet call pioneer
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1 month ago

Microsoft retires Skype, internet call pioneer

Raw Story  

Microsoft on Friday announced it was retiring Skype, the online voice and video call pioneer that the tech titan acquired in 2011. "Starting in May 2025, Skype will no longer be available," said a post from Skype support on X, directing users to sign into Microsoft's Teams platform for further use of its services. Skype was founded in 2003 by …

Skype to shut down in May, Microsoft announces
1 month ago

Skype to shut down in May, Microsoft announces

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Microsoft has said it is “retiring” online messaging and calling service Skype in …

Microsoft retires Skype in favour of Teams
1 month ago

Microsoft retires Skype in favour of Teams

The Hindu  

Microsoft on Friday announced it was retiring Skype, the online voice and video call pioneer that the tech titan acquired in 2011. "Starting in May 2025, Skype will no longer be available," said a post from Skype support on X, directing users to sign into Microsoft's Teams platform for further use of its services. Skype was founded in 2003 by …

Microsoft to kill Skype and force people to use Teams
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1 month ago

Microsoft to kill Skype and force people to use Teams

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. But in the years since a variety of other services – from WhatsApp to Apple’s iMessage, as …

End of an era, Skype is shutting down as Microsoft promotes Teams
1 month ago

End of an era, Skype is shutting down as Microsoft promotes Teams

India Today  

Microsoft has announced the time of death for Skype. "In order to streamline our free consumer communications offerings so we can more easily adapt to customer needs, we will be retiring Skype in May 2025 to focus on Microsoft Teams, our modern communications and collaboration hub", Microsoft announced in an official blog post.â€ï The company also insists that existing Skype …

Microsoft empowers Skype with AI capabilities and advanced translation features
1 year, 9 months ago

Microsoft empowers Skype with AI capabilities and advanced translation features

India TV News  

In its latest update, Microsoft has introduced AI capabilities and enhanced translation features into Skype, making the communication platform more versatile. One of the notable additions is the integration of real-time weather conditions directly within Skype on desktop platforms. Meanwhile, the Phone tab offers easy access to various calling features, including Skype Number, credit balance, international call subscriptions, and credit …

Microsoft Teams update: The best alternatives to Zoom for video calling
4 years, 2 months ago

Microsoft Teams update: The best alternatives to Zoom for video calling

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly newsletter for insider tips and product reviews from our shopping experts Sign up for our free IndyBest email Sign up for our free IndyBest email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Microsoft has also shifted its focus to its Teams conferencing app in recent …

Microsoft Teams gets new calling features
4 years, 3 months ago

Microsoft Teams gets new calling features

The Hindu  

Microsoft has announced a number of new features to Teams Calling, aimed at improving the calling experience for its users. Moreover, through automatic reverse number look-up, Teams users will be able to see the name of the caller when they are receiving calls. The platform is also getting CarPlay support, and will allow Teams users to place and receive calls …

Skype's new Meet Now service lets you video call without needing to download app or even sign-in: How it works
4 years, 11 months ago

Skype's new Meet Now service lets you video call without needing to download app or even sign-in: How it works

Firstpost  

The unique ‘Meet Now’ link can open your Skype app on any device and you can join as a guest, even if you are not signed in. [hq>Web[/hq> [hans>[hstep> Step 1: Go to Skype using a browser[/hstep> [hstep> Step 2: Under ‘Meet Now’, click on ‘Create your meeting’[/hstep> [hstep> Step 3: After that, you will be directed to a new …

Skype introduces Meet Now, will allow users with no account to make video calls
4 years, 11 months ago

Skype introduces Meet Now, will allow users with no account to make video calls

India Today  

Skype might just be your ideal app to work from home with its current updates. "Generate your free unique link with one click, share it with participants and enjoy unlimited meetings with Skype. Your meeting link does not expire and can be used anytime," Skype’s official blog read. Follow these easy steps to generate the link for a Skype account …

Skype introduces mobile screen-sharing feature for all the Android and iOS users
5 years, 9 months ago

Skype introduces mobile screen-sharing feature for all the Android and iOS users

Firstpost  

Skype is one of the most popular video-calling platforms for desktops and smartphones. Now the company is introducing a screen-sharing feature which will be available on all Android and iOS devices. It can also be used to help someone understand a particular function on their screen with the help of this screen-sharing feature. Skype has also redesigned its calling screen …

Skype testing screen-sharing feature on its iOS and Android apps for beta users
5 years, 11 months ago

Skype testing screen-sharing feature on its iOS and Android apps for beta users

Firstpost  

Microsoft has announced that this feature will be available on the latest Skype Insider build Skype has a feature that lets you share your desktop screen via Skype with others. Microsoft has announced that this feature will be available on the latest Skype Insider build, identified with version number 8.43.76.38. This feature lets businesses give users the ability to share …

Microsoft ending support for 'Skype 7-Classic'
6 years, 6 months ago

Microsoft ending support for 'Skype 7-Classic'

India TV News  

Microsoft plans on putting an end to "Skype 7.0 -- Classic" version. This version will phase out in November and the company will focus on improving "Skype 8" with more features based on user feedback. "Support for 'Skype versions 7', and below will end on November 1, 2018 on desktop devices and November 15, 2018 on mobile and tablet devices," …

Microsoft ends support for Skype Classic in November as it focuses on Skype 8
6 years, 6 months ago

Microsoft ends support for Skype Classic in November as it focuses on Skype 8

Firstpost  

Support for Skype versions 7, and below will end on 1 November 2018 on desktop devices. Microsoft has decided to put an end to ‘Skype 7.0—Classic’ version in November and will focus on improving ‘Skype 8’ with better features based on user feedback. “Support for ‘ Skype versions 7’, and below will end on 1 November 2018 on desktop devices …

Microsoft to redesign Skype for mobile and desktop
6 years, 6 months ago

Microsoft to redesign Skype for mobile and desktop

India TV News  

Microsoft will redesign Skype's interface for both mobile and desktop, by eliminating the less used features on the app and simplifying its core functions like voice calling, video chatting and messaging. The redesign will declutter the mobile app interface and shift chats, calls, contacts and notifications options to the top left of the window, it will provide a central navigation …

New Microsoft Skype version for desktop from September 1
6 years, 8 months ago

New Microsoft Skype version for desktop from September 1

India TV News  

Microsoft is rolling out the new version 8.0 of Skype for desktop, replacing its previously active "Skype Classic 7.0", from September 1. The new version of Skype comes with features like free HD video and group calls that could bring together over 24 people at once, the Skype team wrote in a blog post late on Monday. "We built Skype …

Skype has completely changed its app design and look
7 years, 9 months ago

Skype has completely changed its app design and look

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Skype has undergone a dramatic overhaul, with Microsoft transforming the app into something …

Skype lets you connect with others without creating an account
8 years, 4 months ago

Skype lets you connect with others without creating an account

Firstpost  

The newest announcement from Microsoft will let users easily connect with users, even without creating an account or downloading the client. So, you can simply join in as guest to access its features like chat, voice and video calls The newest announcement from Microsoft will let users easily connect with users, even without creating an account or downloading the client. …

Microsoft rolls out previews of Office 2016 and Skype - IndiaTV News
8 years, 5 months ago

Microsoft rolls out previews of Office 2016 and Skype - IndiaTV News

India TV News  

New Delhi: Microsoft has rolled out technical previews for Office 2016 and Skype for Business, formerly known as Lync, aimed at IT professionals and developers. Microsoft's Kirk Koenigsbauer explained that this is an early preview that's very far from a final release later this year, but it gives users the option to give the future of Microsoft Office a test …

WhatsApp will now integrate 'Call via Skype' feature: Report
10 years, 2 months ago

WhatsApp will now integrate 'Call via Skype' feature: Report

Firstpost  

Users are still waiting on WhatsApp’s voice calling feature which has been in the news for the longest time. Though there have been leaked screenshots explaining the feature, recent reports have suggested that WhatsApp will in fact, integrate ‘Call via Skype’ feature to its app. Maktechblog reported, that while digging into the WhatsApp for iPhone app, which was updated in …

Microsoft Office Online will allow users to chat in documents with Skype
10 years, 4 months ago

Microsoft Office Online will allow users to chat in documents with Skype

Firstpost  

Microsoft has introduced a new feature to Office Online which allows users to initiate conversations via Skype within their documents with multiple people. Office Online will integrate a new feature called ‘document chat’ which will allow users to chat to one another and work collaboratively on documents. WinSuperSite reported that as of now, document chat is only available in Word …

Fancy skipping that meeting? Skype is working on 3D video calls that could one day send a body double in place of you
11 years, 6 months ago

Fancy skipping that meeting? Skype is working on 3D video calls that could one day send a body double in place of you

Daily Mail  

Fancy skipping that meeting? Skype is working on 3D video calls that could one day send a body double in place of you Skype has been using state-of-the-art tools to capture 3D footage It could be several years until the technology reaches homes and offices However, 3D technology hasn't taken off everywhere - BBC announced last month that there were …

Windows 8.1 to ship with Skype pre-installed
11 years, 7 months ago

Windows 8.1 to ship with Skype pre-installed

India TV News  

New Delhi: Microsoft has confirmed that the popular video chat and instant-messaging app, Skype, will replace the current Windows 8 Messaging application. Consumers who upgrade to Windows 8.1 will find Skype already part of the package. The company will be adding Skype to the Start Screen by default so that you can chat with friends and family around the globe.The …

Skype goes shopping, picks up GroupMe
13 years, 7 months ago

Skype goes shopping, picks up GroupMe

Firstpost  

Skype has come a long way. Skype has just bought GroupMe, a free communication software for mobile platforms such as iOS, Android, BlackBerry and recently, Windows Phone 7. There’re no details on how GroupMe will operate from here - as a standalone app or a bunch of features within the Skype client. Skype is likely to be integrated with some …

Further Facebook Integration with Skype 5.5 Beta for Windows
13 years, 9 months ago

Further Facebook Integration with Skype 5.5 Beta for Windows

Firstpost  

Skype have recently announced the new build of Skype 5.5 for Windows with the primary feature being deeper Facebook integration. Skype has recently announced the new build of Skype 5.5 for Windows with the primary feature being deeper Facebook integration. Skype claims that with the new Facebook contacts tab within Skype one can see the Facebook contacts they want to …

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