So this release, beyond the usual bug and performance fixes, mainly makes official the group video chat we found a bit wonky in a real-world test—although Skype still labels the group video function as "beta." The Facebook integration, at least from the contacts-with-Skype perspective, is pretty convenient. Now you just have to bug your friends to list their Skype names on Facebook.
New also to this version is an automatic call recovery feature, which you can set to automatically re-dial and reconnect calls whenever they drop out. It won't be a great idea for every situation, but very handy in the right circumstance.
Skype 5 is a free download for Windows users only. Presumably, Skype will push out the group video features to other clients, as it's a Windows-only feature at the moment.
61 comments:
not rlly into skype but might try it ;)
It seems really cool, Skype upgraded.
Btw, I don't use Skype although I have an account.
sweet i may install skype again just to check this out
Skype looks like it is getting better now.
have skype will try this out for myself
Thanks for the update! I immediately DL'd the update! <3
never used skype, quite cool though =D
looks cool, I don't use facebook for this kind of thing but I'm sure it'll be useful to those that do.
that's a good idea
really interesting development
Its about time Skype made multi video chat. Yay! :)
I've never really gotten into skype, but might try it now
this is awesome.
I quite enjoy the update. :D
Skype is the future
skype is soooo weird!
lol good bro!
Whoa, the timing of this is impeccable. I installed Skype about three days ago and was disappointed there wasn't group video chat- and then this happens! V. cool.
i love skype. i used it all the time. going to check this out.
skype life
Awesome!
woooo ! thing with facebook is just brilliant ! :O
That's really cool. Don't know if I want to see what my friends are doing while on WoW though. Heard some stories.....
Awesome~!!!
Awesome~!!!
wow great news
You know, I've still never used Skype. In fact, I don't really know what it is. Guess I'm not too hip to the changing times, ha.
everyone at work uses skype... I'm forced into it, but I like the new features
Ok, maybe I have a reason to try and use Skype now.
CooooOOool, looking forward to it :)
Im a big fan of skype. I use it frequently and am always impressed with people who have hundred dollar phone bills from making calls over seas..
Is Facebook gonna be in everything?
that's actually kinda cool, I just have to give up my hatred for facebook.
I have always loved skype I like this alot can't wait for it.
Long distance circle jerk time!
Oh hellz yeah. Group video chat looks sick
Cant wait to get it
Alot of my family uses skype. I personally dont but i think i might start checking it (got alot of family overseas).
Looks awsesome! Skype is on the come up
I need to try this out
group video cool
First I've heard of this, so exciting! Been waiting for this.
yay skype
Group video chat? I gotta try it.
Bout time a company was able to do it decently.
I may have to reinstall to try this.
I'll be installing this :)
This is a big and bold move, but i think its the right one
It's about time they finally got group chat
nice integrations.
I'm really looking forward to this, I can get it now on my PC, but my GF uses a mac, so I hope they come out with an update for that soon too.
Great skype is growing!
who are these guys lol
skype really needs to get 64 bit linux support.
Skype is essential in this day and age of technologies
skypes only getting better and better
I love skype - and this is awesome!
i never use skype.
I guess I should try Skype
skype is failing
now THAT's what ive been waiting for!
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