
Today’s updates appear to be indicative of that change in tack. Last week Skype announced it was ending support for the Smart TV app so it could focus on the most-used platforms. The app also gains notifications so users will receive alerts even if they’re in another browser tap or app. The price you pay depends on the country you're calling to, not the country you're calling from. Microsoft has also added a new feature meaning links to YouTube videos now play within the conversation, rather than having to browse to a new window. Skype to Skype calls are free but to call a mobile or landline from Skype, you need a little Skype Credit or a subscription. Previously the link-sharing feature was only available within the mobile apps.

The new version of the web-based Skype also includes a guest mode that enables users to invite non-Skype members into calls. This button is in the upper right and will bring up a dial pad interface for calling mobile and landlines.

Until this update, announced via the official blog, users could only call other Skype users via voice or video.

Microsoft has announced a boost for its browser-based Skype for Web platform, bringing it in line with the mobile and desktop versions.įrom today, users will be able to make voice calls to mobile phones and landlines, opening the door to cheap international calls.
