Skype 2.5 (Beta)
Skype today released a beta version of Skype 2.5, which can be downloaded from http://www.skype.com/download/skype/windows/skype25beta.html. Some of the cool features are:
- Easy Dialing - Instead of having to remember specific country code, a drop-down menu with list of country is now available (View screenshot)
- Built-in Payment - You can now pay directly from Skype client software without opening your web browser.
- Send SMS - You can now send SMS to any mobile in the world.
- Outlook Integration - View your outlook contact list and call them directly using SkypeOut.
- Shared Contact Groups
In addition to Skype 2.5 (Beta), Skype also provide a solution called Skypecasts allowing you to host conference call between a group of up to 100 people. Each conference call is moderated by the host, who is able to mute, eject or pass the virtual microphone to participants.
Online communities/Bloggers can benefit this feature by scheduling Skypecasts and promote them on the website for people to participate. TypePad users can promote their Skypecasts by using TypePad Widget.
1. Irwan 23 Sep 2006
But, Skype did’t mention it will charge me as much when sending SMS. I think it was free similar to YahooM, but not. My local provider is still cheaper when sending SMS but not call.