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What you better know

Earlier this year, Microsoft removed all ads from Skype.

Skype version 8.127.76.102 is now in testing among Insiders, and it improves stability and removes bugs.

Skype on Windows

I’ve listed all the changesoutlined by Microsoftnear the end of this piece.

Do you still use Skype?

The rise and fall of Skype could inspire books.

What the Hell Happened to Skype?! w/ Rainn Wilson & Anthony Ramos - YouTube

Microsoft spent $8.5 billion on the acquisition of Skype and then systematically drove the app into the ground.

Microsoft Teams also became the priority for Microsoft, which wasultimately successful.

Skype is still around, of course.

Satya Nadella on stage at an event in London talking about Copilot

My questions are how many of you use Skype and which other communication apps do you use regularly?

What’s new in Skype?

GroupMe app on an iPhone

Skype Insider Preview on Android

Microsoft Teams on Windows

Microsoft Edge Vertical Tabs

Claude AI app by Anthropic is seen displayed on a smartphone screen.

Microsoft 365 Copilot rebrand for Microsoft Office

Lenovo IdeaPad 5x 2-in-1 deal

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A closeup shot of the MSI Claw 8 AI+�s ABXY buttons.

The Crew

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Image of the Keychron K4 HE Special Edition in white.