Some time ago, Microsoft replaced the Skype UWP app with a newer electron version in the Store. Due to this update, Skype lost some of its features, which Microsoft is now restoring in the latest app version.
Category: Skype
Skype received moderated groups and 3×3 video call grid
Microsoft has updated the Skype app with version 8.60, which now inlcudes a 3x3 video call grid, available in the desktop version of the app. There are also new global hotkeys, moderated groups, and other nice improvements.
Skype Insider Preview Now Allows Changing Call Background, and Much More
Microsoft has released a new Skype version to Insiders with plenty of interesting changes. Skype 8.60.76.73 comes with an option to change your background during the call, create moderated groups, choose your own message reactions, and more.
Skype Now Supports Custom Background Images
Starting in version 8.59.0.77 of Skype, you can set a custom image as your Skype background. It is a nice addition to the changes we have already seen in the same version earlier released to Insiders.
Skype launches Meet Now: Video Conferences without registration or installation
Microsoft has launched a new calling experience for Skype. A new feature, called Meet Now, allows organizing conferences with ease. No sign-ups or downloads required.
Skype Insider 8.59: Delete Multiple Contacts, Share Files from Explorer
Microsoft has released a new Skype version to Insiders. The app version 8.59.76.26 comes with new interesting features, such as Recent Chats, bulk contact deletion, and more.
Skype Insider Lost A Number Of Features By Becoming an Electron App
Microsoft updates Skype Insider for Windows 10. It is a bit surprising, but the new app is based on the Electron platform. The update lacks certain features that were available in its previous releases.
Skype 8.57 Allows Deleting Contacts From Contact List Directly
Skype for Windows, Mac, Linux, and Web 8.57.0.116 begin rolling out March 2, 2020. It will be gradually released over the next week. It features a couple of long awaited features.
Skype 8.56 Released with Message Quoting Improvements
Skype 8.56 is out with a number of fixes and improvements, including the ability to quickly quote and paste messages with keyboard shortcuts on Windows and macOS.
Meet Now feature in Skype 8.55 allows calling non-Skype users
Skype 8.55 is out with a number of improvement and new feature. One of them is the ability to call a user without a Skype account.
