Spotify, Skype bring updates to iPad, iPhone appsOctober 31, 2014 - 10:11 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Popular music subscription service Spotify updated its official iPad app on Thursday, Oct 30 with a new look in line with its iPhone client, while also giving users access to the "Your Music" feature. In addition, Microsoft's Skype for iPhone was also updated with the ability to save and delete photo, as well as a faster chat load time, AppleInsider says. Spotify for iPad version 1.9.0 brings the same dark theme, refreshed typography and rounded iconography found on iPhone and desktop clients of Spotify. The company also said Thursday that its found tablets are one of the most popular platforms for discovering, curating and saving music, and that's why the Your Music feature has also been added. With Your Music, users can save, organize and browse their favorite music in a customized fashion. Users can build their collection while on their iPad, then take it on the go when logged in on Spotify for iPhone or Mac. Spotify for iOS is a free download from the App Store, and randomized tracks can be played for free with ad support. Ad-free subscriptions to the service, including the ability to play any song and listen offline, cost $9.99 per month. Skype for iPhone was also updated Thursday to version 5.7, addressing a number of common user suggestions. In particular, Microsoft has added the ability to save photos from chat to the device's Camera Roll, or delete a sent photo from a chat, by simply pressing and holding the image. Skype 5.7 also includes a faster chat load time, so when users receive a notification and tap it to open the app, the message can be viewed without any delays. Microsoft has also added the ability to see all avatars for groups and people, and the latest update also improves the user interface when searching for people. Skype for iPhone 5.7 is a free download that requires iOS 7 or later. Top stories Yerevan will host the 2024 edition of the World Congress On Information Technology (WCIT). Rustam Badasyan said due to the lack of such regulation, the state budget is deprived of VAT revenues. Krisp’s smart noise suppression tech silences ambient sounds and isolates your voice for calls. Gurgen Khachatryan claimed that the "illegalities have been taking place in 2020." Partner news Most popular in the section | Scholz hopes Armenia-Azerbaijan peace treaty will be signed this year German Chancellor Olaf Scholz hopes that a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan will be signed this year. Armenia, Russia discuss life extension of Metsamor nuclear plant Issues regarding the extension of life of the 2nd power unit of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant were discussed in Yerevan. Armenians stage more campaigns against territorial concessions to Azerbaijan Protesters blocked more roads across Armenia on Friday, April 26 in continuing attempts to scuttle territorial concessions to Azerbaijan. Czech-Armenian military cooperation discussed in Yerevan A delegation led by the Director General for the Industrial Cooperation Division of the Ministry of Defence of the Czech Republic visited Armenia. |