Microsoft Bids Farewell to Ads on Skype

If you're still using Skype, there's some good news. With an update that's rolling out now, Microsoft is making its video-conferencing platform ad-free.

"Our latest update removes all ads from Skype channels and the entire Skype platform, ensuring a smoother, decluttered, and more enjoyable user experience," Skype product manager Irene Namuganyi said in a blog post.

According to Microsoft, removing ads will enable users to focus on chats without distractions and allow uninterrupted browsing across channels.

The update (Skype 8.125.76.201) also revamps the AI Image Creation tool for Skype Desktop and adds OneAuth integration for the iOS app.

:story: PCMag