Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) previously revealed plans to simplify Skype into a single application. True to its word, the company confirmed on Thursday it will remove the touch-friendly Skype variant in favor of the traditional desktop app, migrating users of the Windows 8 specific version to the existing Windows desktop version. Skype users attempting to use the touch-optimized version of the app will be asked to download the native version effective July 7.
"With the upcoming release of Windows 10 for PCs, it makes sense to use the Skype application optimized for mouse and keyboards use, capable of doing touch as well rather than two separate applications performing the same function," Microsoft officials said in a statement on Thursday.
With the impending arrival of Windows 10 Microsoft is looking to utilize Skype as messaging service in the mold of Apple’s iMessage. However, Skype integration for the final version of Windows won’t be released to coincide with its July 29 release date. Instead, the company will make the videoconferencing application widely available later in the year, in light of the numerous updates planned for the fresh OS.
The latest news will surely disappoint those looking to deploy Skype from their smartphones, PCs, and tablets on Windows 10.
Earlier this week, Microsoft said it was planning to construct Skype Translator, a live translation tool, and integrating it into an updated version of Skype on Windows from July onward. The company is yet to comment on future plans for Skype after disclosing the latest consolidation news.
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