A new and improved Skype 2.5 is due out by late afternoon U.K. time with the big feature being a true 100 person conference calling capability with moderation features called Skypecast.
Some impressive tie ins like with companies like SixApart, makers of TypePad having been lined up.
This is a continuation of the evolution we are seeing with Skype becoming more than just a one to one communications platform as they are entering the one to many field and that means community. As I keep expressing, Skype is a pipe and their moves keep going in that direction.
Not everyone though is happy. Check out how they are handling developers from a very well informed and highly credible viewpoint from Phil Wolff.
Skype 2.5: The future webradio software
Coast to coast. Just right after Gizmo newly 500 people conference call feature, Skype will pitch the version 2.5 of its voice client today (May 3, 2006). According to Andy Abramson, the new release will provide Skypecast, a 100 people conference call …
Skype 2.5 out today!
By tonight, Skype 2.5 should be made available.It seems the most appreciated feature, as reported by Andy Abramson on his VoIP Watch, will be a 100 person conference call service which can also be moderated. Check the Skype web site later.