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Skype for Android 8.116.0.213, and Skype for iOS 8.116.0.213 began rolling out April 3, 2024 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

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• Snap, Edit, Share in Style: Skype's mobile camera revamp brings new filters for shots that pop and avatars that reflect the real you. Capture the fun, edit with ease, and update your profile pic with a fresh new look. Your moments, your Skype magic!

• Embrace your inner wordsmith on Android with the enhanced rich-text HTML support! Now, jazz up your messages with a simple long-press for bold, italics, and more—because your words deserve to dress to impress.

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We've swept out some pesky bugs and enhanced performance to keep your experience smooth. Just another productive day!

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Skype for Android 8.115.0.213, and Skype for iOS 8.115.0.213 began rolling out March 19, 2024 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

• Say goodbye to mystery PDFs! The new thumbnail previews give you a quick peek into your documents, so you're always clued in. Whether it's for rapid sharing or better chat flow, your files are now visually vibrant and just a glance away!

• Unwrapping the new System Messages in your Chat : It's a makeover, not just an update! Say hello to clickable names for quick chats with new group chat additions, and clear time-stamped call notifications to easily return a missed call. Chat and call notifications just got a lot more clickable, actionable, and intuitive!

• Tailor your call screen view - now drag, pinch, and tap your video preview to perfection, while on a Skype call. Personalized calls are just a gesture away!

• Ready, set, react! The expanded emojis screen in chat on mobile is refreshed and ready to capture every emotion. With a quick '+' tap, scroll through new categories like Laughs, Cheers, and Applause, and make your mark with the perfect emoticon. Chatting just got a whole lot more expressive!

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We've swept out some pesky bugs and enhanced performance to keep your experience smooth. Just another productive day!

Skype for Android 8.113.0.210, and Skype for iOS 8.113.0.210 began rolling out February 20, 2024 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We've swept out some pesky bugs and enhanced performance to keep your experience smooth. Just another productive day!

Skype for Android 8.112.0.210, and Skype for iOS 8.112.0.210 began rolling out February 12, 2024 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

• Elevated Menu Etiquette: Give your messages a long press, and watch the new context menu pop-up like magic - now with emoji flair!

• Chat List Makeover: Swipe into style with our revamped chat list when you long press any chat in your chat list - sleeker interactions at your fingertips, because your chats deserve the red carpet treatment.

• Gallery-Style Sharing: Explore the new stylish visual albums when you share 2+ photos and videos, which turn them into a storytelling sleek stack, framed to fit your Skype theme.

Skype for Android 8.111.0.608, and Skype for iOS 8.111.0.607 began rolling out January 24, 2024 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We've swept out some pesky bugs and enhanced performance to keep your experience smooth. Just another productive day!

Skype for Android 8.110.0.218, and Skype for iOS 8.110.0.218 began rolling out December 14, 2023 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

• Chat Makeover, Reply Edition! Skype's message replies just got a snazzy update. Spot replies with ease, bask in theme-synced elegance, and enjoy a design that's accessible yet chic. It's not just a reply; it's a conversation enhancer!

• Tidy Chats, Trimmed Replies! Skype now smartly shortens long replies to three lines, making chats neater. Click to expand, and never lose context in your conversations. It's concise, clear, and clutter-free!

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We've swept out some pesky bugs and enhanced performance to keep your experience smooth. Just another productive day!

Skype for Android 8.109.0.209, and Skype for iOS 8.109.0.209 began rolling out December 4, 2023 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We've swept out some pesky bugs and enhanced performance to keep your experience smooth. Just another productive day!

Skype for Android 8.108.0.206, and Skype for iOS 8.108.0.205 began rolling out November 15, 2023 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We've swept out some pesky bugs and enhanced performance to keep your experience smooth. Just another productive day!

Skype for Android 8.107.0.215, and Skype for iOS 8.107.0.215 began rolling out November 7, 2023 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We've swept out some pesky bugs and enhanced performance to keep your experience smooth. Just another productive day!

Skype for Android 8.106.0.211, and Skype for iOS 8.106.0.213 began rolling out October 18, 2023 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

• Skype Chats Got a Sleek Makeover! Pin your Bing bot, spot faves with a shiny 'Fav' icon, and play hide and seek with your favorites! No more sifting; just swift, stylish chats. Ready for the chat runway? Dive in!

• Bing's in Your Skype Chat, Making Things Lively! No more solo talks; @Bing's your new chat sidekick. From brainy tips to zesty quips, our AI pal ensures every 1:1 chat is a blast! Dive in and make chat history.

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We've swept out some pesky bugs and enhanced performance to keep your experience smooth. Just another productive day!

Skype for Android 8.105.0.215, and Skype for iOS 8.105.0.215 began rolling out October 10, 2023 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

• Noise? Not on Our Android Call watch! Dive into crystal-clear calls. Our noise suppression feature ensures only voices shine, leaving the noise behind.

• Files Fly in Style on Skype! Zip into our swanky file experience. Auto-download's in town making every click, tap, and save feel like a breeze. Welcome to file paradise!

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We've swept out some pesky bugs and enhanced performance to keep your experience smooth. Just another productive day!

Skype for Android 8.104.0.207, and Skype for iOS 8.104.0.207 began rolling out September 21, 2023 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

• Context Menu Revamp! Long-press on mobile messages for replying, copying and new emoji reactions. Adapts seamlessly to your color theme!

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We've swept out some pesky bugs and enhanced performance to keep your experience smooth. Just another productive day!

Skype for Android 8.103.0.208, and Skype for iOS 8.103.0.208 began rolling out September 07, 2023 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We've swept out some pesky bugs and enhanced performance to keep your experience smooth. Just another productive day!

Skype for Android 8.102.0.211, and Skype for iOS 8.102.0.213 began rolling out August 17, 2023 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We've swept out some pesky bugs and enhanced performance to keep your experience smooth. Just another productive day!

Skype for Android 8.101.0.212, and Skype for iOS 8.101.0.212 began rolling out August 14, 2023 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

• Picasso Mode. Just say "draw me a horse" in Skype and let Bing, powered by DALL-E, dazzle you with artistry! It's your chat canvas—paint away! Discover Bing's magic touch in Skype.

• Say hello to Bing, now sliding into your 1:1 chats! With @Bing by your side, expect AI-powered magic and witty insights. Chatting just got a whole lot spicier! Decide to keep or ghost Bing anytime.

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We've swept out some pesky bugs and enhanced performance to keep your experience smooth. Just another productive day!

Skype for Android 8.101.0.212 began rolling out August 14, 2023 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

• 'Auto-play' for back-to-back audio messages is here! Say goodbye to constant tapping and enjoy an uninterrupted audio experience across all platforms. Sit back and let the audio messages play on!

• Embrace your personal Skype chat space. With Send to Myself, effortlessly transfer files, URLs, or save important notes, photos, or reminders, across all your devices. Just search your Skype name or '(You)', favorite it, and voilà! The magic of streamlined self-chatting is yours.

• Meet Bing's magic toolbox! Nestled in the top-right corner of your Bing 1:1 chat, it's your one-stop-shop for exploring Bing’s prowess in Education, Entertainment, Tech, and more. Give it a peek, why don't you?

• Play the Bing bingo. Spot Bing chat prompts in the Bing 1:1 chat? Tap one and leapfrog straight into a Bing convo, submitting the selected prompt. No déjà vu here - prompts reshuffle post-interaction and at every Skype launch, keeping things fresh.

• Peekaboo, hide your chats too! Right-click on a chat, select 'Hide conversation', and voila! Even bustling with new messages, it'll stay undercover. Find your incognito chats via the chat list filter. Hidden but not forgotten!

• Swipe and savor to immerse yourself fully in media. Dismiss or navigate images or videos in view, with an easy upward, downward or sideways swipe. A tap hides all distractions, enhancing your visual experience.

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We've swept out some pesky bugs and enhanced performance to keep your experience smooth. Just another productive day!

Skype for iOS 8.100.0.205 began rolling out July 31, 2023 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

• 'Auto-play' for back-to-back audio messages is here! Say goodbye to constant tapping and enjoy an uninterrupted audio experience across all platforms. Sit back and let the audio messages play on!

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We've swept out some pesky bugs and enhanced performance to keep your experience smooth. Just another productive day!

Skype for iOS 8.99.0.403 began rolling out July 10, 2023 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

• Embrace your personal Skype chat space. With Send to Myself, effortlessly transfer files, URLs, or save important notes, photos, or reminders, across all your devices. Just search your Skype name or '(You)', favorite it, and voilà! The magic of streamlined self-chatting is yours.

• Meet Bing's magic toolbox! Nestled in the top-right corner of your Bing 1:1 chat, it's your one-stop-shop for exploring Bing’s prowess in Education, Entertainment, Tech, and more. Give it a peek, why don't you?

• Play the Bing bingo. Spot Bing chat prompts in the Bing 1:1 chat? Tap one and leapfrog straight into a Bing convo, submitting the selected prompt. No déjà vu here - prompts reshuffle post-interaction and at every Skype launch, keeping things fresh.

• Peekaboo, hide your chats too! Right-click on a chat, select 'Hide conversation', and voila! Even bustling with new messages, it'll stay undercover. Find your incognito chats via the chat list filter. Hidden but not forgotten!

• Swipe and savor to immerse yourself fully in media. Dismiss or navigate images or videos in view, with an easy upward, downward or sideways swipe. A tap hides all distractions, enhancing your visual experience.

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We've swept out some pesky bugs and enhanced performance to keep your experience smooth. Just another productive day!

Skype for Android 8.98.0.411, and Skype for iOS 8.98.0.407 began rolling out June 16, 2023 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

• Refreshed Sign-in Experience. We've revamped your sign-in screens, enhancing your login experience across all platforms. For added convenience, QR code sign-in is now available.

• Meet Bing, your group chat's newest member! Bing auto-joins all group chats, delivering AI-powered insights at your command with @Bing. Choose when to keep or remove it from your chat list.

• Don't just read it, see it. Bing Bot's references now come to life in clickable blue squares. Tapping them uncovers a plethora of related links, opening a treasure trove of knowledge at your fingertips.

• Spreading the Bing magic. Now, it's a breeze to share the AI-powered Bing Copilot's insights with your network on other platforms. Go to Bing 1:1 chat > Bing > Share link and let the wisdom roll.

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We've swept out some pesky bugs and enhanced performance to keep your experience smooth. Just another productive day!

Skype for Android 8.96.0.403, and Skype for iOS 8.96.0.403 began rolling out April 14, 2023 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

• A splash of freshness. Delightful Skype illustrations on empty tabs and during your initial login or as a fresh user. Enjoy the modern design in the Skype app.

• Picture-Perfect Previews. Android aficionados, long-press on notifications to sneak a peek at received images. Now, that's handy!

• Unified call experience. Our sleek call design on desktop has gone mobile! Enjoy the same modern vibe during Skype calls, wherever you are.

• Splash into Style! Experience a silky-smooth launch animation featuring the Skype logo, fresh for Android users.

• Instant invites! Welcome friends to group chats swiftly via the new QR code share button. Meet-up made easy!

• One Skype Fits All. We've tossed the jigsaw puzzle, introducing a single Skype app that glides perfectly on both iPhones and iPads. Say goodbye to the old iPad-specific app.

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We've swept out some pesky bugs and enhanced performance to keep your experience smooth. Just another productive day!

Skype for Android 8.95.0.412, and Skype for iOS 8.95.0.412 began rolling out March 15, 2023 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

• Stamp of Trust for your email and phone. You can confirm that your email address and phone number are verified under your profile settings.

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We've swept out some pesky bugs and enhanced performance to keep your experience smooth. Just another productive day!

Skype for Android 8.94.0.428, and Skype for iPhone and iPad 8.94.0.428 began rolling out February 27, 2023 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We've swept out some pesky bugs and enhanced performance to keep your experience smooth. Just another productive day!

Skype for Android 8.93.0.404, and Skype for iOS 8.93.0.404 began rolling out January 20, 2023 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

• All the pretty colors : You can customize your theme in Skype and choose from several different colors. Learn how to change your theme in Skype .

• Extra! Extra! Read all about it : Stay up-to-date with the latest news and trends. Learn more about the Skype Today tab .

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We’ve done some sprucing up and made a few general improvements.

Skype for Android 8.92.0.401, and Skype for iOS 8.92.0.401 began rolling out January 3, 2023 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

• Make it yours : When you update your icon theme on Android, your Skype icon will be updated as well.

• Bug fixes and stability improvements . We’ve done some sprucing up and made a few general improvements.

Skype for Android 8.91.0.406, and Skype for iOS 8.91.0.405 began rolling out November 30, 2022 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

• That was easy : For Skype on mobile, you can easily share your unique QR code with friends and family to scan and connect on Skype. Learn more about how to invite someone to Skype .

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We’ve done some sprucing up and made a few general improvements.

Skype for iOS 8.90.0.407 began rolling out November 11, 2022 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

• Who you gonna call : We’ve made it easier to save a phone number as a contact. Learn more about how to add a phone number as a contact in Skype .

• Your profile at your fingertips : You can access your profile quickly by tapping on your profile name. Learn more about how to update your profile information in Skype .

• Whoa, what was that? : For iPhone and iPad, if you receive an image in Skype, and you have Show Previews enabled, you can tap and hold on the message to get a preview of the image from your lock screen.

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We swept up some bugs and did some straightening up.

Skype for Android 8.89.0.403, and Skype for iPhone and iPad 8.89.0.403 began rolling out October 3, 2022 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

• Find what you’re looking for : We’ve made improvements to make search results faster and more relevant.

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We handled some bugs and made a few general improvements.

Skype for Android 8.88.0.404, and Skype for iPhone and iPad 8.88.0.404 began rolling out September 1, 2022 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

• I want in : We've added the ability to use search in Skype to find your Meet Now meeting and join it immediately. Learn more about Meet Now in Skype .

• Looking good : You can add an Emoticon, sticker, or photo to customize your Meet Now meeting. Learn more about Meet Now in Skype .

• Right meow : You can quickly reply to a Skype message from your iOS device's lock screen by tapping and holding the Skype notification banner and either selecting the Thumbs Up or Reply option.

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We rolled up our sleeves and got rid of some bugs for you.

Skype for Android 8.87.0.406, and Skype for iPhone and iPad 8.87.0.403 began rolling out August 8, 2022 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

• Pics or it didn't happen : We've added the ability to quote any item sent, including photos, in a chat. Learn more about how to find a photo you've sent or received in Skype .

• Keep it down over there (the mobile edition): We've added noise suppression to Skype for iPhone and iPad, so you can be on a Skype call from anywhere with no one the wiser. Learn more about how to change audio and video settings in Skype .

• "Hey Siri" : We've added the ability to use Apple CarPlay to make hands-free calls in Skype. Learn more about how to start a Skype call with Apple CarPlay .

• Looking fresh : We've made improvements to how your profile looks in the chat tab.

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We don't like bugs either, so we got rid of some for you.

Skype for Android 8.86.0.407, and Skype for iPhone and iPad 8.86.0.415 began rolling out July 12, 2022 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

• Show the love : We've added some new Ukraine themed emoticons . Learn more about the full list of emoticons in Skype .

• Feeling the same : You can easily react to a message by tapping someone else's reaction to use the same one. Learn more about how to react to an instant message .

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. Bugs? Stomped. Improvements? Made. Done.

Skype for Android 8.83.0.411, and Skype for iPhone and iPad 8.83.0.416 began rolling out April 12, 2022 and released gradually over the next few weeks.

• I like that! On the go? Quickly like a message by double-tapping it. Learn more about reacting to an instant message in Skype .

• Keep out the riffraff : Prohibit guest users from joining your group. Learn how to manage group chat settings in Skype on mobile .

• Share the credit : You can send your own Skype Credit as a gift to a Skype contact. Learn how to give Skype Credit as a gift.

• Get ready to meet in style: Starting or joining a Meet Now call? The Meet Now lobby got some updates and looks better than ever. Learn more about Meet Now in Skype .

• What’s that? Want to know what's new while using Skype? You'll find a red dot on a menu when we add or update features. We’ve also added a “New” label next to new features. After you open and close the menu, the labels will go away.

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We squashed some bugs for you.

Skype for Android 8.82.0.403, and Skype for iPhone and iPad 8.82.0.403 began rolling out March 14, 2022 and released gradually over the next week.

• You don't say! Translated Conversations support calls to mobile and landlines. Learn more about how to set up and use Translated Conversations in Skype .

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We put on our hard hats and made sure everything was in good shape.

Skype for Android 8.81.0.268, and Skype for iPhone and iPad 8.81.0.268 began rolling out February 14, 2022 and released gradually over the next week.

• Say what? We support more languages in Translated Conversations. Learn more about how to set up and use Translated Conversations in Skype .

• You take that back! Revoke the link to your profile and create a new one, which will permanently disable all existing links. Learn more about how to invite someone to Skype on mobile or tablet .

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We trapped some bugs in a cup and took them back outside.

Skype for Android 8.80.0.137, and Skype for iPhone and iPad 8.80.0.218 began rolling out February 1, 2022 and released gradually over the next week.

• There's time now! The time limit on voice messages has increased from 2 minutes to 5 minutes. Learn more about how to send a voice message in Skype .

• Get a closer look: Now you can zoom in on the share screen. Learn more about what you can do during a Skype call .

• Emergency calling: You can now make emergency calls from Skype in the United States. Learn more about emergency calling support in Skype for the United States .

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We got rid of some bugs for you.

Skype for Android 8.79.0.95, and Skype for iPhone and iPad 8.79.0.97 began rolling out November 29, 2021 and released gradually over the next week.

• They say we need to work on our filter: So we modernized its look. Learn more about how to filter contacts in Skype.

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We got rid of some bugs for you.

Skype for Android, iPhone, and iPad 8.78.0.164 began rolling out October 25, 2021 and released gradually over the next week.

• Stylin’ and profilin’: A bright, new search bar and updated avatars allow you to connect with style.

• Keep it moving: Notifications have moved to the bottom of the screen for easier navigation.

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We wrapped some bugs in a rug and took them outside. Then we tidied up a bit.

Skype for Android, iPhone, and iPad 8.77.0.98 began rolling out September 27, 2021 and released gradually over the next week.

• Keep that Data moving: You can now use Skype on the Web on your Android phone or tablet. Learn more about supported browsers for Skype on the Web .

• Blur the lines: Don't bother to tidy up before your Skype on the Web video call; just turn on background blur (because you can do that now). Learn more about customizing your background in Skype .

• That's a solid render: We've fixed some issues with video rendering on mobile, so send those adorable pet videos at your leisure.

• Fresh new threads: We've made some changes to modernize Skype's look, but don't worry, everything is still where you left it.

• Meet, meet, meet: We've made some improvements to the Meet Now flow. Learn more about Meet Now in Skype .

• The eye in the sky. We've updated the camera function in Skype on your iPhone and iPad to take full advantage of Office Lens. Learn more about personalizing photos and videos in Skype .

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We've used loud noises to scare off some bugs, then battened down the hatches a little to make everything just a little more solid.

Skype for Android, iPhone, and iPad 8.75.0.140 began rolling out August 2, 2021 and released gradually over the next week.

• Split it up: When using Skype on a Chromebook, you can now use split-window view just like Skype for Desktop. Learn more about split view in Skype .

• Robot dancing: Want to keep up on what's new in Skype, right in Skype? We've added a robot friend to help you out there. Learn more about Skype bots .

• Keeping out the riff-raff: You can lock your Meet Now meetings to make sure only the right people are there. Learn more about Meet Now in Skype .

• Look behind you: Wish your backgrounds had a little more life? Good news, you can now add animated backgrounds in your Skype video calls. Learn more about changing your background in Skype video calls .

• Video star: We've made some video enhanceents on iOS, so now when you send videos from your iPhone or iPad, you can be sure your friends on other platforms will see them correctly.

• Full send: Now it's easier than ever to share files in Skype on your iOS device. Learn more about sharing files in Skype .

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We've really cleaned up around here and sent some bugs running for the hills.

Skype for Android 8.73.0.129 and Skype for iPhone and iPad 8.73.0.92 began rolling out June 7, 2021 and released gradually over the next week.

• Shut it down: Want to end a call on Skype for iPad? Just shut the cover when you're done talking. We live to make things easier.

• All Together Now: Now Together mode works for every call, regardless of how many people are on the line. Learn more about switching views in a Skype call .

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We made some general fixes and checked under the floorboards for bugs.

Skype for Android 8.72.0.94 and Skype for iPhone and iPad 8.72.0.96 began rolling out May 10, 2021 and released gradually over the next week.

• Keep on sharing: We've improved the Share experience on iOS, making it easier to share from other apps directly into Skype.

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We chased some bugs off the lawn with a rake, then cleaned up a bit.

Skype for Android, iPhone, and iPad 8.71.0.47 began rolling out April 12, 2021 and released gradually over the next week.

• We've got you: You can now use Skype for Web on virtually every desktop and mobile browser. Learn about browser compatibility .

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We've cleaned out a few nests and swept up a bit.

Skype for Android 8.70.0.77 and Skype for iPhone and iPad 8.70.0.77 began rolling out March 29, 2021 and released gradually over the next week.

• Bug fixes and stability improvements. We've cleaned out a few nests and swept up a bit.

Skype for Android 8.69.0.96 and Skype for iPhone and iPad 8.69.0.85 began rolling out February 15, 2021 and released gradually over the next week.

• Who said that?: You'll see the profile picture of the person who sent the last message in your group chat a