Skype's new design on Windows and Mac focuses on messaging

Microsoft’s Skype client has traditionally focused on video and voice calls, but with the rise of mobile it has started to shift to target instant messaging. Skype took over MSN Messenger, and recently picked up some updates to improve its unreliable chat experience across multiple devices. Today, Microsoft is bringing a fresh look to Skype for Mac and Windows. If you’re familiar with the new Skype for iPhone interface, then this latest version of Skype for desktop will look and feel very similar.

There’s a new bubble-style chat design, alongside thumbnail pictures of contacts and big bold icons for chat and video / audio calls. It’s a lot more consistent with the overall look of the mobile clients for iOS, Android, and Windows Phone,...

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