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Microsoft today released a new optimized version of Skype for Android devices taking it to version 8.20.0.9.The update brings along support for Android’s native call handling options, meaning you can now complete a call when tapping on a phone number in a browser and other apps using Skype and Skype Credits.The update also brings the usual stability and perf...

Microsoft is rolling out a new update for Skype on Android. The latest update bumps the app to version 8.15.0.4 and brings improved audio control for the devices. You can head below and take a look at the official changelog for the update.Improved audio control – easily switch between your earpiece, speaker, wired or Bluetooth device during a call.Bug fixes and various improvementsIf you own an Android device then you can head below to download the update from the Google Play Store. Do let us know your thoughts about the update in the comments section below. Price: Free...

Few weeks back, Microsoft released a redesigned Skype appthat brings back a bottom bar to streamline navigation and simplify access to Skype’s core features. Since most Android usersexpressed preference for similar design, Microsoft has now started testing this design for Android devices too. This is new version of Skype app for Android features the following:Adheres to Google’s Material Design guidelines for bottom bar navigationBrings back a contextual FAB for quick access to key actionsHas an updated header & search icon to feel more at home on AndroidIn this update, Skype team is also introducing a new experience called“SuperComposer”.When users tap the compose FAB on Android on the main...

Microsoft recently shipped a completely revamped on Android and iOS. The company actually started testing the new design and features with users on the Skype Insider program first, and it seems like Microsoft will continue the Skype Insider program to test new features and improvements. The company...

Microsoft today released an update for Skype app for Android devices. This v7.16 updatecomes with support forAccessibility support for cards from Bots and more. Find the full change log below. Here’s what’s new in this update: · Accessibility support for cards from Bots· Resolved issues related to changing device orientation while recording a video message· Improved app reliability on Samsung devices ruing OS 6.01 and 5.11 Download it here from Play Store. Let's block ads! بخوانید...

Microsoft today added a new feature to Skype for Business on the iPhone. The company is bringing Video-based Screen Sharing, also known as VbSS to the iPhone with the latest update for Skype for Business. According to the company, VbSS provides a faster coection timeand allows the screen share to be in sync between the presenter and the viewer. The company states: With this update, we are bringing Video-based Screen Sharing (VbSS) to your mobile devices. A faster and more reliable way of viewing content in a meeting, VbSS is a great improvement over the traditional approach of content sharing.?In addition, we also have some design and performance improvements. VbSS is coming to Skype for Bus...

Microsoft today released an update for Skype app for Android devices. This update adds support for new Bots and various other minor fixes and improvements. With new bots, you can also bring in cards with detailed information and images—from travel destinations to ticket orders— directly into your Skype chats. New features like cards and groups allow Skype Bots to be more engaging and interactive in your daily chats. Here’s what’s new in this update: — New Skype Bots available to make your life easier, more productive, and fun— Various other fixes and improvements How to use Skype Bots on Android? Update to the latest version of Skype app from Play Store. Open Skype app and go to Contacts pag...

Microsoft today updated their Skype for Android app with support for Arabic and Hebrew languages. There are no new features in this update, but it includes many bug fixes and improvements. New features inSkype 7.05 for Android: New localization support for Arabic and Hebrew, with the addition of right-to-left (RTL) user interface. Various other fixes and improvements Update it here from Play Store. Let's block ads! بخوانید...

Microsoft today released a major update for Skype on Android. The company today released Skype 7.0 with a brand new design for tablet devices, bringing a Material Design-inspired user interface which looks really nice. Additionally, the new UI focuses on making multi-tasking better, which should also be a nice addition. Here is the full changelog: New Design – We’ve redesigned the tablet UI from the ground up, bringing a number of material design inspired elements. The new floating action button (FAB) makes it faster to send messages and start voice and video calls with friends or groups—all from the main screen of the app. The FAB changes your Skype experience dynamically to give you quick ...

Microsoft today aounced support for mobile application management (MAM) and conditional access capabilities for Skype for Business mobile apps. These features will be delivered through integration with Intune, Microsoft’s cloud-based mobile device and application management solution. With this update, IT can set policies to proactively control how Skype for Business apps on iOS and Android is getting used. For example, employees can be allowed to copy information between managed apps, such as Outlook and Skype for Business, but not to unmanaged ones. Also, now you can set PIN to access the Skype for Business apps. Conditional access allows IT to restrict access to the apps from only complian...

Microsoft today aounced update to the Skype for Business apps for Android and iOS with ability to view meeting content on Android and improvements to the meeting experience on both platforms even when you have poor Inteet coectivity. You can now view a presenter’s desktop and applications shared in a meeting on your Skype for Business app for Android phones and tablets. When viewing content during a meeting on your Android device, the meeting controls disappear, so that you can focus on the content without distractions. A light tap on the screen will bring back the controls when you need them. On iOS app, faster content refresh now allows for a smoother meeting experience—you’ll notice less ...