Feb 03 Skype uncovers latest update for Windows

Skype uncovers its version 5.8 software update for Windows users today, commencing with a number of notable features, including full HD Video calling that necessarily needs a suitable webcam and flawless internet connection. Furthermore it also includes Video Calling to Facebook regardless of it that the users have Skype installed or not. Also it includes group screen sharing which will let the users share either their entire desktop or a single application with other participants during a conference call.

The last discussed feature is only available with Skype Premium. Some other new features include a “Push to talk” option that will enable a hotkey to trigger your microphone (that is for multiplayer gaming), the ability to hide offline Facebook contacts and also a single possible fruit of Microsoft acquisition that is the Bing toolbar Integration.