In the beginning of the month, Skype announced to release its all new update. And in accordance t that, it kept the words and launched it’s all new Skype 8.0. The new version is now available on Google play store for androids only. And soon will be available to other iOS devices, Windows and Mac. This new version is said to bring Skype in competition to Whatsapp, Instagram and Snapchat.

What Are The New Features?

1. In comparison to the old Skype version, the new Skype will have 3 tabs – find, chat and capture.
2. The group chat feature is been enhanced to make it more lively. Now, one can change the color of the Skype background according to his/her taste.
3. Skype’s latest version has allowed its users to share the moments just like Instagram and Snapchat.
4. Users can also react to the messages on the chat as they do on the Facebook. The new feature has not just updates reaction over chat; one can react over the video call as well.
5. Skype has even added ‘Highlight’ tab that will allow the users to create a highlight reel using photos and videos that can be shared to the contact list on Skype. Friends can also react on the highlights posted by the user.
6. Not just this, Skype has introduced ‘Capture Tab’ that will allow the users to click and share pictures and videos on the chats.
7. The ‘Find’ feature of Skype will allow the users to find any content from the web. Concert tickets, GIF, YouTube videos and many things can be find and shared to the chats.

 

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