Microsoft has officially ended support for Skype for Business software, as announced during a November 2023 update.
Users will no longer have access to Skype for Business servers, XML settings, or support to join Skype for Business meetings, according to Microsoft.
The company is now introducing an update, version 5.0.111.0 of Microsoft Teams Rooms, to replace Skype for Business and introduce new features. These include native 4K support for compatible displays, with more features like language options, QR code meeting joins, and meeting chats in a gallery view.
The update version 5.0.111.0 is available for all Teams environments except GCC-High customers. More information can be found on the Microsoft Teams Rooms website.
While Skype for general consumers remains unaffected currently, Microsoft continues to update Teams for both individuals and businesses.
Recent introductions by Microsoft for Teams include GroupMe, a communication app similar to Discord, and Communities, which utilize AI-generated content for collaborative planning.
