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Microsoft had earlier set a September 1 deadline, when it will withdraw support for erstwhile Skype version 7.0 (otherwise known as "Skype Classic"), but feedback from its users has forced the company to extend the deadline date indefinitely.

Skype 8.0 for desktop was released last month, with the renown video-and-voice messaging platform bringing some new features, like free HD video and group calls for up to 24 people and new message reactions; with @mentions for individual notifications in a group chat, chat media gallery and photo/video file sharing capabilities.

Microsoft decided to extend the support for the desktop version of Skype Classic, against the original plan to discontinue support on September 1, following comments from users on the community forums.

The aim is to ensure that all customers have the best possible Skype experience, and there are no compatibility issues resulting from old technology and new technology, according to Microsoft.

The company, however plans to roll out improvements over the summer, which will include Skype version 8.0 for iPad, with encrypted audio calls and text messages and call recording, among other features.

If you wish to upgrade to Skype 8 desktop version, the latest version of Skype can be upgraded straight from the app, simply select Help from the top toolbar and then Check for Updates or visit Download Skype.

Microsoft extends Skype 7.0 (Classic) support to allow users more time to upgrade



Microsoft had earlier set a September 1 deadline, when it will withdraw support for erstwhile Skype version 7.0 (otherwise known as "Skype Classic"), but feedback from its users has forced the company to extend the deadline date indefinitely.

Skype 8.0 for desktop was released last month, with the renown video-and-voice messaging platform bringing some new features, like free HD video and group calls for up to 24 people and new message reactions; with @mentions for individual notifications in a group chat, chat media gallery and photo/video file sharing capabilities.

Microsoft decided to extend the support for the desktop version of Skype Classic, against the original plan to discontinue support on September 1, following comments from users on the community forums.

The aim is to ensure that all customers have the best possible Skype experience, and there are no compatibility issues resulting from old technology and new technology, according to Microsoft.

The company, however plans to roll out improvements over the summer, which will include Skype version 8.0 for iPad, with encrypted audio calls and text messages and call recording, among other features.

If you wish to upgrade to Skype 8 desktop version, the latest version of Skype can be upgraded straight from the app, simply select Help from the top toolbar and then Check for Updates or visit Download Skype.
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