Many of you would be aware that Microsoft is working on next generation of Xbox 360. While the new Xbox could release by end of this year, a leaked video of Xbox 360 dashboard throws some light on the features that Microsoft is building in the next release. You can expect some cool new additions in upcoming release.
One of prominent new features is Skype for Xbox 360. This was earlier revealed in one of Xbox surveys that showed “Using Skype” as an option to the poll: "Other than playing games, which of the following activities do you enjoy on Xbox 360? (Check all that apply)”. Here’s a screenshot of the poll, as discovered by WinRumors earlier this month:
It was obvious after Microsoft purchased Skype, and now there’s a leaked video that shows off next generation Xbox 360 dashboard with “discoverable” option that will allow companion devices to discover your Xbox. New dashboard also has metro look and feel inspired by Windows Phone and Windows 8. With Kinect and Bing integration also being part of Xbox dashboard, looks like the next Xbox update is going to be huge as Microsoft plans to capture the living rooms with console. Here is the video:
Update: The video has been removed from YouTube due to copyright claim from Microsoft.
via WinRumors
Apple iPad was criticized as users were not able to make phone calls from iPad despite having a 3G version and running on iPhone OS 3.2. However, there are some apps that let you make phone calls using iPad, and are totally free to download on iPad. One obvious name is, of course, 
Skype for iPad is now available for download. Skype 1.3.1 is the new version of Skype that has been tested with iPhone OS 3.2, so it will run smoothly on iPad. It’s free to download and can be used for instant messaging, SMS and making calls with iPad. Latest version has been built with focus on Apple iPad, fixing major compatibility issues with iPhone OS 3.2 and stability issues when running in landscape mode. Skype can be used to make phone calls with iPad and turn your iPad into a tablet phone. You can download 
Nokia has added the Skype for Symbian to its Ovi store which means that now you can download Skype from Ovi Store. Ovi Store makes the Skype app for Symbian accessible to more than 200 million smartphone users all over the World, for free, enabling them to make calls over WiFi or 3G, EDGE & GPRS connections. Having Skype of Symbian powered Nokia smartphones will allow users to make free phone calls all over the world, save on international calling and text messaging, instant messaging and sharing of images, videos and files using Skype messenger. 
