# Video Communication Apps The Skype App 5.0's Overhaul Makes Texting, Voice and Video Calls Easy By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2014-09-25 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skype-app References: [techcrunch](http://techcrunch.com/2014/06/12/skype-5-0-for-iphone-brings-all-new-look-and-big-performance-improvements/) & [itunes.apple](https://itunes.apple.com/ca/app/skype-for-iphone/id304878510?mt=8) With the 5.0 update for the [Skype](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dial-anyone) app comes some impressive new features including changes like an all-new interface, faster syncing chats and an improved notification system. A lot of the app's redesign was based on user feedback, helping to deliver exactly what Skype users were looking for from this capable messaging app. With the Skype app, you're able to send message, photos, as well as start voice or video calls. Since Skype is also available across TVs, computers and tablets, this update makes the communication system even more seamless and easy to use across all your devices. After completely overhauling the [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/final-cut-camera-app) Skype app, the next step is to tackle the one for the [iPad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/detail-app). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Video Communication Apps:** The update of Skype app 5.0 has shown that video communication apps are in huge demand and new features in them simplifies interaction between individuals. - **Synchronized Messaging Across Devices:** The new update from Skype app 5.0 has introduced an all-new interface, and synchronisation of chats, which provides an opportunity for developers to introduce similar features for other applications to simplify messaging across devices. - **Improved Notification System:** The Skype app 5.0 update has introduced an improved notification system, providing an opportunity for developers to introduce similar features for other applications to improve user experience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Communication:** The communication industry can take advantage of the latest trends in video communication apps to transform customer service experiences. - **Technology:** The technology industry can make use of synchronized messaging and an improved notification system to create innovative ways for individuals to function across various devices. - **Social Media:** Social media industries can use the latest trends and introduce video communication into their platforms to enrich users’ social interaction experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Email Video Message Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vocal-app.md) - [Video-Style Chat App Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/instant-video-messages.md) - [Enhanced Video Chat Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/videocall.md) - [ChatGPT Video Call Chatbot](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/call-annie.md) - [Web-Based Image Messaging Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snapchat-4.md) - [Updating Chat App Interfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/discord-desktop-update.md) - [Screen-Recording Messaging Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/video-messaging-platform.md) - [Social Voice Chat Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whatsapp-5.md) - [Proprietary Smartphone Camera Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/final-cut-camera-app.md)