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Skype update uses Siri to complete calls without opening the app

Sep29
by on September 29, 2016 at 12:03 am
Posted In: Around the Web, Insider


One of the big features of the latest iOS update was the API that allowed third-party developers to tap into Siri’s immense power. Microsoft was quick to take note. Today, the company released a new version of Skype for the iPhone and iPad that lets you call any of your contacts without that pesky need to, you know, open the app. Just like calling from your phone’s contacts, a simple command like ‘call Joe Smith’ will lead Siri to the Skype contact — assuming it’s saved in your iOS device. It may require a confirmation of which number you’d like…

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a couple of laughzillas on a blue diamond background

Skype update uses Siri to complete calls without opening the app

Sep29
by on September 29, 2016 at 12:03 am
Posted In: Around the Web, Insider


One of the big features of the latest iOS update was the API that allowed third-party developers to tap into Siri’s immense power. Microsoft was quick to take note. Today, the company released a new version of Skype for the iPhone and iPad that lets you call any of your contacts without that pesky need to, you know, open the app. Just like calling from your phone’s contacts, a simple command like ‘call Joe Smith’ will lead Siri to the Skype contact — assuming it’s saved in your iOS device. It may require a confirmation of which number you’d like…

This story continues at The Next Web

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