Skype on Windows 8 Will Be More Powerful

Skype application already rumored to be present in the mobile platform Windows Phone 8. And now, as reported by CNET, Skype reportedly will come again in the latest operating system from Microsoft, Windows 8.

As the advantages of this application, will be bringing Skype video call capabilities to Windows 8, which also offers integration to Windows contacts us, better power management and a more attractive design.

Indeed, the most visible of the Skype for Windows 8 is the composition of the interface. Looks more 'clean', balanced with icons in Windows 8. Then, on the HOME side will display recent activity, favorite columns and people columns, for access to all contacts on Skype belong to you.

All of its functions will feel comfortable when accessed on a desktop computer, smartphone or tablet. Indeed, the call connection quality will still depend on the resolution of your Internet connection and webcam. Here, Skype also overhauling the infrastructure, where the shift from systems based peer-to-peer to server based. This means enhanced security connection, the call is more stable and allows the connection is still open when the application is inactive.

Skype will be available on Windows 8 app store, along with the launch of Windows 8 by the end of this month. Meanwhile, for the Skype version of Windows Phone 8 informed consent will be present at the beginning of November.

Predicted, Windows 8 Tablet Will Be Serious Competitor for iPad

When Microsoft showed a small form of its tablet product last week, many people predicted that Windows 8 could be strongest iPad contender  to compete in the gadget market. Quoted from intomobile, belief that’s a key in the Windows 8 tablets is located on the operating system that is relatively rich in features, complete with applications and programs commonly used in everyday life.

The plan is Microsoft will immerse update of the latest Office 13 for this device. There are still many companies and offices that use the Windows operating system is Windows distinctive forte. Because if this tablet comes with the application in exactly the same as those contained in the PC / laptop, the tablet will be easy to get into prospective customers who are familiar with Windows programs.

Currently, Microsoft also is developing a desktop application for use on the tablet. Chances are, his appearance would be a pretty crushing blow for the iPad.

In Windows Phone No Success, Nokia Claims Have Other Alternatives

Nokia's determination to continue to make the operating system Windows Phone into a major platform in its smartphone appears it was made. In fact, through its CEO, Stephen Elop, some time ago, confirmed that it does not have a plan B (other), if it plans to hold its first Windows Phone is a failure. Plan B, when it is mentioned only to ensure that Plan A is a success.

But over time and see the conditions in which the operating system Windows Phone has not been so can “do much” in the market. No doubt the question that leads to what other steps taken by Nokia Windows Phone 8 if the plan did not work again emerged.

Citing a statement revealed by a chairman Nokia, Risto Siilasmaa, as reported by Neowin, said that mobile phone companies based on the Finland that actually has "contingency plans" (plans alternatives) in cases where the product Windows Phone 8 is not sold as expected .

Despite having an alternative plan, Siilasmaa who became chairman in Nokia since May, remain convinced that the Windows Phone 8 will be a success for Nokia.

What other plans are retrieved Nokia if Windows Phone 8 no success, it seems still a mystery. Only, whatever that plan may be taken, Nokia does not seem to be possible involve Symbian. The reason, Symbian's market share has fallen to near zero.

"Symbian's market share dropped to near zero," said Siilasmaa, as reported by Neowin.

So, what alternative plan that will be pursued Nokia, if Windows Phone 8 does not work, we will see later.