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Skype for iOS 4.0 adds stability, UI improvements

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By: , IntoMobile
Thursday, May 3rd, 2012 at 2:02 AM

On the heels of the recently updated Android app, Skype launched a new version of its iOS app. Since it’s version 4.0, we would expect a number of changes; however, that’s not the case here, with this release rather including many under-the-hood bug fixes. Here’s what’s new:

  • The only new feature is the ability to move own video preview
  • App auto restarts if unexpectedly shut down
  • Improved accessibility and stability
  • Updated design for contacts and messages
  • New sign in screen and some other minor UI improvements
  • Mentioned bug fixes

Again, I’m not sure why go for version 4.0 when you only have one new feature. Guess folks as Microsoft Skype think differently…

Needless to say, you should update right now. Or if for some reason you still don’t have Skype running on your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch – get it now. It’s definitely one of those must-have apps…

Skype (FREE) [iTunes link]

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Dusan Belic

Dusan has been using smartphones since their introduction and is now following the latest trends in the industry. The "convergence" is what he's most excited about, and writing about it is the next logical thing to do. He thinks that using a smartphone is what everyone who cares about their time should do. In addition to his interests in mobile phones, Dusan also loves to experiment with the latest web and mobile 2.0 services. The idea of accessing and managing your information from any device no matter where you are simply amazes him. Whether it's an online to-do list, note taking service or a video sharing social network, he's there to try it out. He admits though, he's still searching for the ultimate web-based organizational tool, which "sings" perfectly with the mobile PIM application. Dusan used to run SymbianWatch.com which later became part of IntoMobile. He lives in Serbia, South-East Europe, from where he edits the site on a daily basis.

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