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skype · v8.150.0.125 • auto-updates • deprecated

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8.0

Video chat, voice call and instant messaging application

brew install --cask skype
Conflicts with: skype@preview
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Trust Score 2/10
Open source +0
Active development +0
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Auto-updates +1
Deprecated +0
Established (>1yr) +1
Low installs +0

Review

Mar 11, 2026

Skype is a widely-used communication tool that enables video chat, voice calls, and instant messaging across platforms. Its integration with Microsoft services and support for multiple devices make it a reliable choice for personal and professional use.

Skype enables users to make video calls, voice calls, and send instant messages.

Maturity: Skype is a well-established and mature application with a long history of use.

Community: Recent discussions on Hacker News highlight concerns about Microsoft's handling of Skype, including potential shutdown fears and issues with the Linux client. There is also recognition of its end-to-end encryption partnership with Signal.

Pros

  • + Cross-platform support for seamless communication
  • + Integration with Microsoft accounts and services
  • + End-to-end encryption for enhanced privacy

Cons

  • - Issues with the Linux client
  • - Concerns about Microsoft's management and future of Skype