Skype for Web – now call mobile phones and landlines, plus so much more
Last year we brought you a web version of Skype which lets you get straight to your Skype conversations from any computer. Skype for Web is great whether you’re using a shared computer that doesn’t have Skype downloaded, or you just prefer using a web version instead of a downloaded app. We’ve been listening to … Read more
Celebrating International Women’s Day with Girl Rising
Our guest writer for today’s blog post in celebration of International Women’s Day is Jill Iscol, President of the IF Hummingbird Foundation and Founder of Hearts on Fire, a program of the foundation identifying and showcasing some of the most inspirational and committed individuals working to change the world for the better. Girl Rising is a … Read more
Celebrate World Wild Life Day with Skype in the Classroom
Today is World Wildlife Day, and this year’s theme is: “The future of wildlife is in our hands.” Students can learn this first-hand by taking a Skype Virtual Field Trip or Skype Lesson to meet animals that they may never have the chance to see in real life, talk to wildlife experts, and learn how … Read more
Skype TX expands the elections coverage
Skype TX’s broadcasting capabilities combines traditional press and new media, bringing out the best of both worlds—for free. Located at the heart of Microsoft’s Media Center in Des Moines during the recent Iowa Caucuses, the Skype TX mobile studio enabled media outlets to seamlessly reach a potential cast of 300 million users through a studio … Read more
Teacher on the Trail: reporting from the Iditarod with the help of Skype
Laura Wright is a 4th Grade teacher at Eanes Elementary School in Austin, Texas. She is also an active member of the Skype in the Classroom community and the winner of the grueling teacher competition for the Iditarod 2016 Teacher on the Trail™. As we write, Laura has just landed in Anchorage, Alaska, and is getting … Read more
Travel with Skype to the Land of the Ice Bears
Today is International Polar Bear Day and each year, this global event draws attention to the challenges polar bears face in a warming Arctic — and how each of us can help. We spoke to Expedition Educator Jamie Buchanan-Dunlop about his upcoming expedition to the Arctic and how he will be sharing his learnings with … Read more
Skype brings you healthy food tips from Russ Crandall
For the past few weeks, we’ve been helping vlogger Claire Marshall meet her health and fitness goals with the help of our experts (and it’s not too late for you to join in). With a focus on exercise in our first few weeks, we want to make sure your nutrition is getting just as much attention. … Read more
Liverpool FC fans get a Skype surprise and the chance to win signed jerseys
March 3rd update: Submissions are now closed. Many thanks to everyone who tweeted their guesses. To uncover the identity of the mystery LFC star, watch the full video: *** So many of us dream of meeting our favorite football players, but few of us actually get the opportunity to see them off the field. A … Read more
Sing your heart out for Liverpool FC for a chance to win
Skype have teamed up with Liverpool FC to give Reds fans around the world the chance to win a legendary Anfield experience — when Liverpool FC take on Newcastle United. Entering is simple — just send us a Skype video message of the last chorus of You’ll Never Walk Alone for your chance to sing … Read more
Professional street skater Leticia Bufoni shares the thrills of X Games Oslo with the help of Skype
When pro street skater Leticia Bufoni was a little girl growing up in Brazil, her grandmother gave her a skateboard as a gift and she fell in love with the sport. Ever since then she’s been working tirelessly to perfect the exciting terrain of street skating. So far her biggest achievement has been winning the … Read more
