Remember that all-new Skype design?
The new look first launched for mobile devices in June, and then, in August, Microsoft said it was testing similar changes for the desktop side of Skype. It wasn’t yet complete though, as Microsoft was looking for your feedback. The new desktop design, however,is now launching. Here’s everything you need to know about what’s different.
What’s new in the Skype desktop preview?
The new Skype desktop design has all the same features, as well as a similar look, to what’s found on the new Skype mobile experience. But it is specifically designed with desktop in mind, to take full advantage of the larger screen, according to Microsoft. For instance, chats are up front and center, but you can still do group calls, with real-time screen sharing and photo sharing.
Here’s what’s different:
When can you get the new Skype?
Skype said that anyone with automatic updates enabled on Mac, Windows 10 November Update (2016) and lower, Windows 8, Windows 7, or Linux will get the update on 30 October via an automatic over-the-air rollout. To download it manually, go toSkype.com.
How can you test upcoming features?
You can test even more new features coming to Skype, as long as you’re a non-Windows 10 PC or Mac user, by becoming aSkype Insider. It’s free to join and test. If you’re using the Skype preview app on Windows desktops (not the new Store app), you can download thetest app here.
