Skype's New Update Supports HD Video Calls On iPhone 5s, iPad Air, And Retina iPad mini

Skype today released an update for its iPad and iPhone app.

A Former Skype Product Boss Has Invented An Uncrackable Encrypted Messaging Service

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Skype for iPhone and iPad Updated With iOS 7 Redesign

Skype today updated its iPhone and iPad apps to version 4.13, introducing a slight redesign that better fits the aesthetic of iOS 7.

Using the iPad mini as a phone

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Skype for iPad: Auto reconnection of dropped calls, add cash to account and more

Skype users who use an iPad for the majority of their calls will want to grab the latest update to the iOS version of the app, which was rolled out on Monday.

New features in version 4.5 include the automatic reconnection of dropped calls when your Wi-Fi or mobile reception is poor and the ability to add funds to your Skype account directly from the app.