First release of Skype for Windows 8: Stakes and Opportunities for users

Available as of on October 26, 2012 Skype for Windows 8, is described by its team like ‘’big step forward together with Microsoft to introduce a completely new Skype experience, which is designed to be always on, immersive, effortless and fun to use’’. 

The new strategy from developers has focused on how people are using Skype today, and re-imagined Skype for everyday communications.

Therefore Skype for Windows 8 aims to be more or less: simple, fast and beautiful, puts the people and messages that matter most to you, easy to add your favorite contacts, easier for you to call landlines or mobile phones directly, with a new modern dial pad, see how much Skype Credit you have along with active subscriptions and your recent calls all in one easy view.

In addition on Windows 8, you’ll be able to receive voice and video calls and chats even if you've navigated away to another app or to the desktop. Skype for Windows 8 will notify you about new calls and instant messages. Snapping Skype allows you to browse the web, photos or use maps while chatting with friends or family.