Windows 8.1 RTM and Skype become one in the latest OS prerelease
The future of Skype has landed on Microsoft’s latest pre-release
version of Windows 8.1 and is giving us a look at how deeply the
communication app will be tied into the future of the company.
The official Skype Blog has published screenshots and details
pertaining to the new version of Skype and its built-in
integration.  Screenshots show Skype calls being pushed directly
to a user’s lock screen and presenting the options to answer the
call via voice or video, respond with an instant message or
completely ignore the call.  Skype now also has direct
integration in Microsoft’s SkyDrive and can seamlessly pull
files and photos directly into your video call. Browsing IE and
want to share a webpage with a friend? Easily right click the
page and select “Skype” to have an instant conversation with a
contact of your choosing.  Windows 8.1 had introduced the
concept of email links opening in a side window as to not
completely knock you out of your Mail