Microsoft has finally released Skype Preview for Windows Phone 8 as it continues to work on the finished product which it will release some time for WP-flavored devices in the future. Skype Preview comes with a number of new features such as People Hub integration and the option to log in to Skype with a Microsoft account. All free Skype features are available with Skype Preview, so users should have no problem with exchanging IMs and making or receiving phone calls with other Skype users.
What Else You Need To Know
- Microsoft bought Skype in a multi-billion dollar deal back in 2011 and is currently trying to integrate the VoIP calling and chat service with the latest version of Windows Phone, its proprietary mobile operating system.
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Bear in mind that in this preview version, the app isn’t guaranteed to work 100 percent.- Kevin C. Tofel, GigaOM
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