Engadget:
Wurm says the new codec "will make a quiet but crystal clear entry into the world" without naming exactly when. And yes, Opus is expected to become standard across all Skype platforms
Let's hope!
Skype calls to feature ads big enough to interrupt any conversation | Ars Technica
"While on a 1:1 audio call, users will see content that could spark additional topics of conversation that are relevant to Skype users and highlight unique and local brand experiences," Skype's Sandhya Venkatachalam wrote on the company blog. "So, you should think of Conversation Ads as a way for Skype to generate fun interactivity between your circle of friends and family and the brands you care about. Ultimately, we believe this will help make Skype a more engaging and useful place to have your conversations each and every day."
Sorry, but I don't think of Conversation Ads as a way to generate fun interactivity between me and my circle of friends. This is exactly how I feared things would go for Skype.
This is the beginning of the end for Skype.
Microsoft at Work on Meshing Its Products With Skype
New York Times:
The statistics tell the story. In seven months, the number of people using the service each month has jumped 26 percent to nearly a quarter of a billion, affirming Skype’s status as one of the crown jewels of consumer Internet services.
I think this is what Zynga was hoping to announce after their Draw Something purchase.
We rely on Skype heavily for our workflow at 5by5, so it's good to hear that Microsoft has big plans for Skype. That said, I'm still waiting for the other shoe to drop.