It also offers SMS and instant messaging, file transfer, and desktop screen sharing.
While the beta doesn't quite bring the Mac version up to the Windows version in capability, design, and stability, it's a good start.įor those unfamiliar with all Skype offers, it's basically a Swiss army knife of communication: In addition to VoIP, video calling, and conference calls between computers, the service lets users make calls to regular phones and cell phones from their computers for a low per-minute charge.
The new beta adds group video chat capability, a redesigned user interface, better search capabilities, offline instant messages, and more personalized contact profiles. Preview: With the current Mac version of Skype still at 2.8, it's nice to see a Mac version at the level of its Windows counterpart in the offing.