Start Skype calls on the go with Cortana
Finally Skype gets the much awaited update which not only brings in line with the Windows Phone 8.1 update but also lets you start Skype call on the go using Cortana. So all you need to say now is “Skype Get My Dad on the screen”. As Skype integrates pretty well with your contacts, it knows your Dad’s Skype name.
Mind you this is available only if you have Cortana enabled on your device which is officially for United States but you can still get it by following the instructions here.
Other commands that can be used with Cortana are :
- Skype Call
- Skype Make a Call to
- Skype Video Call
- Skype Find
- Skype Search for
- Skype get XX on the line
What other updates were rolled out for Skype:
- Skype updates like miss calls and messages show up in Action Centre.
- Language support is increased from 19 to 51 languages.
- Allows you to edit your last sent message for this typos and accidental sends.
- Improved Posh Notifications
- Improved Fast Resume.
