Latest Skype Preview shifts to Electron, moving away from React Native

The latest Skype Preview build shows that Skype UWP could be moving away from React Native.



What you need to know


The latest version of Skype Preview is powered by Electron rather than React Native.
The move could remove several features from the Skype Preview app.
The change comes with v8.58.76.92 of Skype Preview.


The latest version of Skype Previews appears to be powered by Electron rather than React Native. A recent update pushed Skype Preview to v8.58.76.92 and brought a major shift for the app. Aggiornamenti Lumia shared a screenshot of the latest version, and the ensuing Twitter thread discussed the impact of the changes on Skype.

According to podcaster Florian B, swapping to Electron rather than React Native removed several features, including:


People app integration
Syncing with OUtlook
Automatic Microsoft account sign in
App pausing and working in the background
A title bar that follows Fluent Design guidelines
In-line notifications


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