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Skype 7.28.0.101 for Windows

A new version of Skype for Windows has been released in phased rollout mode (it means that only some users will able to download it). In this version has been removed the shadow from the bottom of the in-call UI which always overlap the preview window (see screenshots below):
Version 7.27.0.101:
Overlapping shadow in 7.27
Version 7.28.0.101:
Overlapping shadow removed in 7.28

Another fix in this version is the bug due to which in certain group conversations any sent URLs were always shortened to 10 Latin or Cyrillic characters. Also in Skype 7.28.0.101 for Windows has been removed the option «Voice Message» from the «Conversation → Send» menu. From now the only way to leave voice messages is if a called contact is busy or reaches timeout defined by him with the «I do not answer within [x] seconds» option.

Skype 7.28.0.101 for Windows

File size:

39.8 MB

Operating system:

Windows

Skype version:

7.28.0.101

Release date:

Total downloads:

7 367


Changelog

The following table contains the list of known changes in version Skype 7.28.0.101 for Windows. This will help you to find out what's new in Skype for Windows, which errors have been fixed, what work did developers, and a lot of other interesting things.

Fixed Removed the overlapping shadow
Fixed Fixed the faulty URL shortening
Tuned Removed option «Send Voice Message»
Strings sCALL_LB2_SKYPEOUT_BLOCKED:
= Account blocked
= Your account has been restricted from using Skype's paid features. <a href='%s'>Fix your account</a>.
Strings sSWIFT_CARD_UNSUPPORTED_ACC_NAME:
= Unsupported card
Strings sURL_IMAGE_ACC_NAME:
= An image
Strings sF_TRUSTED_AGENT:
= Skype Certified
= Skype Verified
Strings sDEVICES_MISMATCHED_BODY:
= Your microphone is set to <b>%0:s</b> while your speaker is set to <b>%1:s</b>. Would you like your microphone and speaker to both be set to <b>%2:s</b>.
= Your microphone is set to <b>%0:s</b> while your speaker is set to <b>%1:s</b>. Would you like your microphone and speaker to both be set to <b>%2:s</b>?
Strings sSPONSORED_DROP_MSG:
= You're currently paying for %s. By leaving this call, you'll be hanging them up.
Strings sLEAVE_CALL_CAPTION:
= Leave call
Strings sARE_YOU_SURE:
= Are you sure?
Strings sLEAVE_CALL:
= Leave call
Strings sF_OPTIONS_SOUNDS_STARTING:
= starting call
Strings sF_SOUNDS_DEFAULT_SOUND_TEXT29:
= Skype starting call (Modern)
Strings sMAINMENU_LOGGING_ON:
= Enable Skype Logs
Strings sMAINMENU_LOGGING_OFF:
= Disable Skype Logs
Strings sCOM_RESTART_MESSAGE_LOGGING_ON:
= Restart Skype to enable logs on this device.
Strings sCOM_RESTART_MESSAGE_LOGGING_OFF:
= Restart Skype to disable logs on this device.
Strings sLIST_SEPARATOR:
= ,
Strings sSC_INFO_DELETE:
= Delete

Of course, we could miss something, but we are happy for any help in drawing up the complete list of changes, so if you know any details about this version, or have noticed a mistake leave a comment and we will complement or correct the information.

10 comments

  1. 0 0 0
    Fu-Chia Lin (karma: 0),
    Recently I've been tested several skype versions. To the document I write at this moment, skype 7.4-7.5 between the version of the call can be stable and will NOT crash my old computer with Win XP, but there can not transfer files / images of the problem. 7.6-7.8 will crash my old computer, and the problem on transmission files . Above version 7.9, which upload the file properly, but the the computer hang & crashed WHEN users made a voice call; sometimes even worsened to even just start, or someone to pass messages when the crash. I guess the Skype team will not do a good job of memory and thread control, only the most brutal way in the deal. My God, Orz
    1. 0 0 0
      Administrator (karma: +1208),
      Hello! For Windows XP please try to install Skype using special installer skype.com/go/getskype-xp. More information about Windows Installers can be found here: Skype installer for Windows.
  2. 0 0 0
    Anne (karma: +1),
    Since having this update, I am unable to hear my daughter when we Skype. She uses a Windows 7 tablet computer with communication software and a speech engine as she is disabled. Her mic is working fine but Skype appears to shut it off while computer generated sound is detected.
    We used Skype successfully for a few years before this update.
    When I see her in a couple of weeks, I will be trying old versions to try to resolve the issue.
    Skype tech support suggested her Realtek driver needed reinstalling - I did this but issue remains.
    Very frustrating and Skype is virtually inaccessible now - we currently use Skype but she sends emails during the call to speak to me!
    1. 0 0 0
      Administrator (karma: +1208),
      Hi dear Anne! I am very sorry to hear about your situation. Besides, I'm not sure I can help you, but give me a try. Can you please paste here the technical information about your conversations? During a call with your daughter, on the Skype menu bar click "Call", choose "Call Technical Info", right-click on the appeared window and choose "Copy".

      ps. Apropos, which operating system do you use and what's your Skype version?
      1. 0 0 0
        Anne (karma: +1),
        Thank you for replying. The Skype version is 7.27 and I use Windows 7 - both of us have Windows 7. I will try for technical information tomorrow when we skype.
        I believe this is something new that Skype/Microsoft have done as I have seen similar problems reported in Skype Forums. They suggested reinstalling the audio driver which I had already tried with no success.
        I have also tried previous versions of skype but they no longer pick up the computer sound either.
        1. 0 0 0
          Administrator (karma: +1208),
          Meanwhile, I wrote some workarounds for those cannot make calls when they are living in different countries. And after reading several comments, it seems to me that as temporary solution you should try to install the 7.16.0.102 version, because the "magic" of this version allow it to work even others can not.
  3. 0 0 0
    Dee (karma: +6),
    I've been having trouble with Skype after my computer upgraded from Windows 7 to Windows 10 and my Dragon Naturally Speaking software (it is version 13, I believe). Do you happen to know if this update/upgrade to Skype will fix the compatibility issues between the two programs?
    1. 0 0 0
      Administrator (karma: +1208),
      Hi Dee! Sorry, but I do not know anything about the compatibility between Skype and Dragon NaturallySpeaking. By the way, today was released the 7.29.0.101 version and you can try to install it.
  4. 0 0 0
    bogirije (karma: +65),
    When update 7.27 arrived i can't enter in newer version's of Skype it just enters but not open and stay in task menager can you fix it?
    1. 0 0 0
      Administrator (karma: +1208),
      Please clarify, what you mean by "it just enters but not open". If possible provide a screenshot and more details about issue.

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