just like in the movies
Skype for iPhone and iPad now features blurred backgrounds
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A new feature for Skype on iOS will let users blur their background on iPhone and iPad.
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improving account security
Add an extra layer of protection to your Skype account by enabling 2FA
Skype accounts support two-factor authentication via a phone number or authenticator app. Here's how you can set up 2FA on your Skype account.
More the merrier
Skype gains 3x3 grid view and reaction customization in latest update
Skype is the latest video calling app to add 3x3 grid support. You can now view up to nine participants at once on a video call. The same update also brings some other useful features, such as the ability to create moderated groups.
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Skype copies Zoom and adds custom virtual backgrounds to its Mac app
The company announced it would be bringing the feature to the Mac app this week, allowing users to set background images for video calls.
All you need is Skype
Don't need Skype for Business anymore? Here's how to uninstall it
No reason to use Skype for Business on your Mac anymore? Let's remove it from your computer right now.
Get rid of Zoom
Don't use Zoom if you can avoid it; here are some great alternatives.
Zoom may be a popular video conferencing app, but if you've paid attention to the news lately, you'll know that has a ton of security issues — so how about something different?
Remote access
Get in touch with others using Skype's group calls feature
When you want to talk to family, friends, and coworkers from afar, consider Skype's group calls feature.
Stay connected
Here's what you need to know about Skype
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Want to learn how to use Skype for video calls, audio calls, chatting and more? Learn everything you need to know about the popular communication software here and stay connected with your loved ones, no matter where they are!
Getting in touch
Meet Now on Skype makes it easy to invite anyone to a Skype call
The latest Skype Insider build has a new feature that makes it easy to invite anyone to a Skype call, including people who don't have Skype accounts.
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Skype gets built-in support for Translated Conversations
The latest update to Skype brings support Translated Conversations on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, and the web. The feature replaces the Skype translator bot and supports 11 languages.