Thursday, November 22, 2012

Skype for Windows 8 update adds Messenger contact support, brings fading IM closer to its doom

DNP Skype for Windows 8 adds Live Messenger to contacts

Microsoft recently revealed that it would be retiring its longstanding Live Messenger platform. However, instead of receiving a commemorative wristwatch and rocking chair for its services, the once prominent IM client will be integrated into Skype during Q1 2013. Taking its first step to get the ball rolling, the company issued an update to Skype for Windows 8. The latest software push brings group searches, improved video performance, bug fixes and most notably Messenger contacts are now available to call. While these changes are subtle, it's good to finally see Microsoft making moves after shelling out $8.5 billion for the privilege a little over a year ago. Hopefully, this will lead to more practical roads, like finally bringing Skype to the Xbox 360. But that would make too much sense, wouldn't it?

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Via: The Next Web

Source: Microsoft

Source: http://www.engadget.com/2012/11/20/skype-windows-8-live-messenger-contacts/

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