This may probably be old news, but still it's worth a post. Linux users who have used Skype on their Linux distributions should probably know that the last version that the developers at Skype have released was 16 June 2008. That version was 2.0.0.72, and this was more than 1 year ago. Linux users have been patiently waiting for the next version of Skype for linux to come out, which was suppose to fix many bugs and issues. About a month ago, they have finally released Skype 2.1.0.47 Beta for Linux. If you have not upgraded your Skype, what are you waiting for? Get it now =)
If you have been using Skype on Windows, you may have noticed that it is better than its Linux counterpart in terms of features. Nevertheless, the Linux version is still pretty much stable on my Ubuntu, and it works well for me for calls and text chat.
Here's some of the new stuff for Skype 2.1 Beta:
- Skype's SILK codec for outstanding quality with negligible bandwidth usage,
- HQ video support,
- PulseAudio support,
- SMS send support (*Sending SMS requires available Skype Credit),
- Contact groups,
- Contact labels, or tags, for easier contact organization,
- Chat window improvements (typing notification, message editing, s/geeky text/replacement/, new emoticons),
- Nicer contact list with mood messages and video capability icons,
- Nicer tray icon.
Linux Skype developer Berkus debunks some myths and answers some questions here on the new release.
Other links:
Skype For Linux Developer Zone
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