Skype Launches New Edition For Mac Users

WebKnowHow
Tuesday, July 25, 2006; 07:46 AM

VoIP network Skype released a new version of its popular communications software for Mac, Skype for Mac OS X 1.5. The new version, currently in beta, has a sleek redesigned interface and is available in nine languages. New features include: improved contact list, calls in windows and chat drawer; simpler contacts search function; Easy Dialler for straightforward calling to landlines and mobile phones at very low prices.

Skype for Max OS X.

“Skype has always believed that Internet communication should be as simple and accessible to as many people as possible,” said Jaanus Kase, Community Marketing Manager, for Skype. “The Mac community represents an important market that values style, innovation and ease of use. Skype for Mac provides Mac users with a cost saving and easy way to keep in touch with friends and colleagues across the globe.”

The look and feel of the main Skype window and chat drawer has been redesigned to be easier to use. The new resizable chat drawer makes sorting, adding and removing chats straightforward through a simple drag and drop. Skype has made organizing and adding contacts easier through improved integration with Apple’s Address Book and Microsoft En-tourage. Additionally, Skype’s quickfilter search function simplifies finding contacts within the Skype contact list. The software adds support for seven new languages, including French, German and Spanish.

In addition to the new software release, Skype announced the availability of the first Skype for Mac starter packs. The packs contain everything needed to get started with Skype for Mac, a USB stereo headset with microphone complete with its own specially-designed carrying case and a voucher for free SkypeOut minutes to call landline or mobile numbers worldwide. Skype’s online hardware store also stocks a wide array of Mac-compatible Skype accessories including Skype Certified headsets and USB phones.

Free downloads of official and beta versions are available at http://www.skype.com/download/skype/macosx/.