At the end of October Skype released a new update for their iPhone version, Skype 5.7. Just ahead of the new Microsoft update release, it is compatible with all screen sizes that run on iOS.
The new update offers optimization for the application in order to suit Apple’s new release of their iPhones. It newer version is available in the Apple App Store for free download.
Microsoft like most leading app makers, have been keen to accommodate to the changes, and has quickly launched updates in order to provides users with the best experience. With the 5.6 version for the iOS platform, they have quickly released the 5.7 version.
For an app to group together all the ideas from users in the latest version, the team behind the update for the iPhone gathered feedback and comments from users to set the requirements. Skype has thusly addressed most common user suggestions with the latest update.
So let’s see what new features this update provides.
Images Can Be Saved Or Deleted
Skype allows users on this newer version to save images to their camera roll, or delete images that were shared during the chat. The user is simply required to press and hold on the image, in which it will be highlighted to give the save or delete option. In which the user can choose the action it wants to complete. This feature is good for user privacy, so they will prevent images from being stuck for a long time in conversations.
Loading Chat Faster
When users receive a new message notification, users press on the notification in which will open up the app. With this newer update, the application will open faster, and users won’t receive a delay or getting a blank message.
With the new version, it has made the boot time considerably faster, by getting rid of unnecessary files in the loading process. Bugs have been worked out with the chat threads that ensure that chat windows load faster.
Easily Search
With the newer version, it also has improved the user interface. Users can now easily search for their contacts and get in touch. They have introduced new filter options which make searching faster and more efficient.
Avatars
Users are now able to see a group or individual avatars with this newer version. Avatars will automatically update to ensure that users will be able to see the latest showings, in their app if they change to other platforms.
Previous updates that were made to the application emphasized to make it compatible with various display sizes. However, with the 5.7 version, it focuses on improved and new features. The app is expected to keep getting better, and it is recommended to download the newest version for improved user experience.