Skype Insiders will see improved performance following an update to Electron 11

The latest Insider build of Skype is powered by Electron 11.

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What you need to know

Microsoft isrolling out updatesto Skype Insiders on several platforms. The latest Insider build brings Skype to version 8.69.76.49. It improves Skype clients powered by Electron by updating toElectron 11and also adds some new features.

Electron 11 rolled out last November and includes several improvements. Most notably for Skype, the move to Electron 11 will improve overall performance.

Here’s everything that’s new and fixed in Skype version 8.69.76.49:

What’s New?

What’s fixed?

In addition to the new features and improvements, the latest Insider build of Skype fixes some issues, including the annoying issue that caused double badge counts in the app’s taskbar icon.

If you aren’t already a Skype Insider but would like to be, Microsoft has apagewith links to become an Insider on every supported platform.

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Sean Endicott is a tech journalist at Windows Central, specializing in Windows, Microsoft software, AI, and PCs. He’s covered major launches, from Windows 10 and 11 to the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT. Sean’s journey began with the Lumia 740, leading to strong ties with app developers. Outside writing, he coaches American football, utilizing Microsoft services to manage his team. He studied broadcast journalism at Nottingham Trent University and is active on X @SeanEndicott_ and Threads @sean_endicott_.