On February 19, 2014 the 6.14 version of Skype for Windows Desktop was released. The major change is the addition of new hidden emoticons. Check out the post. Latest version of Skype does not support some webcams which the old one handles perfectly. Latest version of Skype does not support/has issues with Windows XP which still has many users. This is not even a complete list of why people wish to stay with older versions of Skype, there are some removed features and bad UI changes, but you get the idea. Skype old version free download - Skype, Skype, Skype Recorder, and many more programs. Home » Apps » Communication » Skype » Old Versions. Here you will find APK files of all the versions of Skype available on our website published so far.
Skype lets you make free calls to your friends all over the world. Skype is a complex communication tool which serves its purpose better than ever. Just double click your contact in the list and talk to them. 
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Skype Editor's Review
Skype is a complex communication tool which serves its purpose better than ever. Just double click your contact in the list and talk to them. Personalization is available via avatars and ringtones. Simple and compact, Skype delivers a very good quality of service.
In case you want to extend your horizons, you can sign in to SkypeIn an SkypeOut and buy a phone number which grants incoming regular telephony calls and you can also buy credit for land line calls via Skype.
Skype isn’t just about free Skype-to-Skype calls and low-cost calls to phones and mobiles at home and abroad. You can also do much, much more.
For starters why not send a text message directly from Skype; forward a call to your mobile; or set up an online number for friends, family and colleagues to make a local call from their old-fashioned phone to your Skype, wherever in the world you are.
All you need to get going with these snazzy products is a little pay as you go Skype Credit. Alternatively you can get unlimited calls to landlines and a great bundle of useful features with a subscription – it’s one neat little package for a low monthly fee.
Pluses: Easy installation, free, good integration.
Drawbacks / flaws:
In conclusion: An excellent implementation of VoIP and video services in a worldwide used product.
version reviewed: 4.2.0.158
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Skype is a complex communication tool which serves its purpose better than ever. Just double click your contact in the list and talk to them. Personalization is available via avatars and ringtones. Simple and compact, Skype delivers a very good quality of service.
In case you want to extend your horizons, you can sign in to SkypeIn an SkypeOut and...
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Many people still use an older version of Skype. They probably just don’t want to switch to a new interface because they will have to get use to it all over again. But what are the advantages and disadvantages of using an old Skype? Well, this is exactly what we will talk about in this article.
Pros
- Comfort – Using a certain program interface for a long time brings us comfort. We know where everything is and how to work use it.
- Performance – Very often when a computer program gets updated, it becomes not only slower but bigger as well. It takes up more of the memory of your computer and requires more processing power. This is caused by all its newly added features. For example Skype 1.2 is around 6 MB in size, Skype 2.0 – 9 MB and Skype 3.0 – 19 MB. There are exceptions, of course.
Cons
- Missing features – If you are using an older version of Skype you will not be able to use some of the new features. This is pretty normal for every program. There are exceptions to this rule as well. For example the Extras Manager was removed in Skype 5.3 so you actually need an older version in order to use it.
- Security holes – With each new version of Skype more and more security issues are resolved. This makes it even harder for viruses and hacker to harm you.
- More bugs – With each new update part of the bugs are fixed. So almost always older versions have more bugs and errors.
- Incompatibility – The older the program – the more compatibility issues it has. One of the ways to fix this it by using the compatibility mode in Windows. For example in Windows 7 (or Vista) you can start a program in Windows XP mode. Keep in mind that this will not always solve your problems.
- No technical support – Skype offers technical support only for the most recent version. Actually this makes sense because many problems are already fixed in newer version. And it is much easier to track the issues with the most recent one instead all the problems with all the old versions.
Can you think of any other advantages or disadvantages of using an old Skype? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
How to use an old version of Skype?
How To Download An Older Version Of Skype
In order to use an older version you first need to uninstall your current Skype, then download and install the version you like and then disable the Skype updates.