Microsoft recently retired versions of its app for smartphones running older Windows Phone handsets. The reason behind that is because Skype used peer-to-peer connections in the past to facilitate calls, but to improve experience, the company has been switching to a cloud-based platform.
After a new version of Skype rolled out to Android devices earlier this month, iOS users can now finally enjoy the new app, which brings a complete redesign and many other improvements and advanced features. Since the app is basically all new, it would be best for you to try the app, if not here are some of the new features:
- In-Call Reactions: You can now add live emoticons, live text and even real-time photos to your video and voice calls.
- Message Reactions: Let your contacts know how you feel by adding expressive reactions to their messages.
- Find: Easily find news, sports results, restaurants, weather and content using Bing. No more switching back and forth between apps; you can share search results with your friends.
- Capture: Sharing photos and videos of precious moments are just a swipe away.
- Highlights: Share your day-to-day with friends and family while keeping up with what they are up to using Highlights. You can easily respond to others’ Highlights by reacting with emoticons or even use them as a conversation-starter.
