Skype brings two-way HD video calls to iOS

Skype has just updated, bringing with it a new and important feature: two-way HD video calls on iPhones and iPads . Previously , Skype video calls were only available in HD in one direction, but now they are HD in both directions.

The update also includes faster chat synchronization across devices that will allow receiving messages.

even when the app is closed. It also allows them to leave an instant voice or video message when their friends or family are unavailable, all for free.

Features:

• Join over 250 million people every month via Skype.
• Start working with Skype through your iPhone and find your friends in an instant.
• Call your friends using the Skype application.
• Enjoy free voice calls and video calls to anyone else on Skype.
• Make HD quality video calls from your iPhone 5.
• Talk to your friends in an instant.
• Send instant messages to your friends, using emoticons.
• Stay in touch with your friends and family, even when they're busy or offline, with unlimited, free video messaging.
• Share photos and files through your app.
• There is no limit to the size of the photos you can send.
• Call landlines and mobile phones.
• Add some Skype credit to send low-cost SMS messages, or call your friends from your mobile phone.
• Skype works with 3G and Wi-Fi.
• Have conversations with anyone, anywhere.
• Skype is available on smartphones, tablets, PCs, Macs, and even TVs. Skype works on any device.

What's new in version 4.17?

• Two-way HD video calls are now supported on the iPhone 5S.
• Two-way HD video calls are now supported on iPad Mini Air and iPad with Retina display.
• Receive Skype chat messages, even when you're not online.
• You can download Skype for iPhone from the App Store for free.

Requirements:

• Requires iOS 5.0 or later.
• Compatible with iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch.
• This app is optimized for iPhone 5.

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