Microsoft is shutting down Skype in May, replacing it with a free version of Microsoft Teams. This move comes as communication platforms like WhatsApp, Zoom, FaceTime, and Messenger dominate VoIP communication, making traditional cellphone calls via Skype less relevant.
Current Skype users can seamlessly transition to Microsoft Teams; their message history, contacts, and other data will be readily available without needing a new account. However, Microsoft will discontinue support for domestic and international call features. Users can also export their Skype data, including photos and conversation history, using a tool provided by Microsoft for those who prefer not to switch to Teams.
You have until May 5th to decide. Existing Skype credits will be honored, but Microsoft will no longer offer paid Skype features for making international and domestic calls to new customers.
The key loss with Skype's shutdown is the ability to make calls to cell phones. Microsoft explains that while this functionality was valuable during Skype's peak popularity (when VoIP was less common and mobile data was expensive), it's no longer a priority for the company.
Microsoft acquired Skype in 2011 for $8.5 billion, aiming to enhance its real-time communication offerings. While Skype was once integrated into Windows devices and even promoted as an Xbox feature, its user base has plateaued in recent years, prompting Microsoft to shift its consumer focus to Teams.
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