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Skype 4.0 for Windows graduates from beta
The most noticable change in Skype 4.0 is the fact that the desktop client takes up a lot more space. The call window and the contact list are built into a single screen, while earlier versions of Skype had two separate windows, much like your typical instant messaging client. This change didn't sit too well with early beta testers and Skype 4.0 now gives you the option of viewing the "default" window mode or a "compact" mode which looks more like earlier versions of Skype.
Skype 4.0 also includes higher quality video calling for users with 400 Kb/S or higher connections and high quality video cameras. The new client also features improvements in the audio quality due to a new bandwidth manager.
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Subscribe to commentsGrammar freakFeb 3rd 2009 11:24AM
The interface for skype just keeps getting worse and worse!
CindyFeb 3rd 2009 11:27AM
Could you please make the new Skype window a little more screen reader (i.e. JAWS) friendly? Seems like the hotkey for answering a call is no longer working.
lilmoderFeb 3rd 2009 3:26PM
I am still using Skype 2.5 and I am happy with it (supports video, calls, chat - great!). Since 3rd version Skype is getting worse.
My Skype 2.5 installation uses about 11000 K RAM. The new version OMNOMNOMS about 60000 K.
Jash SayaniFeb 4th 2009 1:12PM
That is a huge detailed window! I prefer a small little app that site in the corner of the screen and lets me see other stuff on the screen....
I love the current version for Mac and Windows. Just waiting for the iPhone app to roll out.....
boardtcFeb 5th 2009 7:45AM
The detailed window is too big but it one can set compact view under the view menu. @lilmoder memory stats between the versions are nuts, maybe we should we all consider installing v2.5