Skype and Facebook have teamed up to make it easier than ever to stay in touch. Now the newest version of Skype for Windows, Skype 5.8.0.154 allows you to make video and voice calls to all your Facebook friends direct from Skype. The feature works even with Facebook friends who are not Skype users. Even before this update, Skype was already integrated with Facebook and allowed you to chat with friends, read status updates and more.
Highlights of the new Skype for Windows update includes:
- Support for Facebook audio and video-calling (beta)
- Full HD video-calling (with compatible webcams)
- Group screen sharing, lets users share an application window or an entire screen with conference call participants.
- Hide offline Facebook contacts
- Push to Talk hotkeys
- Skype updater service
- Bing Bar integration
Download the latest version and tell Skype what you think about it.
Also read the official announcement & full release notes for the Skype 5.8.0.154 for Windows here.