


"Microsoft has released a beta web browser version of Skype in the US and UK, which will apparently be rolled out worldwide within the next few weeks. The release may possibly coincide with the upcoming release of Windows 10, whether that OS will be ready or not is a different question. In addition The Inquirer let us know that the Skype for Windows desktop client will be updated to include the real time translation tool for all users. Skype for Web brings voice and video calls to your browser. The beta will be coming to everyone soon, a good idea since most usage scenarios would likely involve travellers calling home and you can check out the link to the blog post at The Register. Web / Tech Skype for Web brings voice and video calls to your browser. Head over to or and log into your account, install a plug-in for the supported browsers which are IE, Chrome, Safari and Firefox and make your call. Microsoft Last November, Microsoft began rolling out on a limited basis a beta version of Skype that would run.

If you are on the go and need to make a Skype call from a machine you cannot install software on and your mobile device is out of juice or just not big enough, there is a new beta you can try out in the US and UK. Skype for Web beta Those interested can go to to try out Skype for Web.
