Skype Version 5.6 Released

Skype has released a new version of the Skype Application for the Mac.  Version 5.6 includes a number of improvements including:

  • Automatic Updates
  • Improved UI for group video calling
  • New full screen mode in OS X Lion
  • Ability to delete conversations
  • Ability to disable Audio Gain Control

They also have fixed several issues including:

Category Description
Conversations Chat messages aren’t shown after clearing recent conversations or closing the last one
Calling Choppy audio issue with USB headset while in group call
Calling Call toolbar does not appear after call is ended
Contacts Selection of contacts in the contact list

You can download the latest version from the Skype website or directly from:

http://www.skype.com/go/getskype-macosx

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