INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Last month, Microsoft announced that it was killing off Skype 7 (also known as Skype Classic) and shifting all users over to the slick new
Unfortunately for the company, many users were vocally displeased by being forced to upgrade, and it has now backtracked and vowed to keep
the older program alive for the foreseeable future.Most complaints involved Skype 8's new user interface and visual tweaks intended to
bring it more in line with the Skype mobile app
Other users lamented the loss of multi-window support, the ability to configure webcam settings, and the option to clear the whole call
history.Call back later"Based on user feedback, we are extending Skype 7 (Skype classic) for some time," a company spokesperson said in a
We are working to bring all the features you've asked for into Skype 8
Watch this space."Microsoft had planned give Skype classic the chop on September 1, but hasn't given any estimate of how long it'll now be
supported.That said, Microsoft isn't pulling Skype 8, and you can still upgrade if you fancy giving the redesigned interface a try
If you're interested in seeing what's coming up in future versions (and offering feedback), you can also join the Skype Insider Program to
try preview builds and offer your suggestions.Via The Verge
