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Wow! What an exciting year it was in 2011. We thought a great way to kick off the new year would be to look back over the past year and highlight some key Skype moments. Looking back at 2011, there was alot we did to improve our products, expand onto new platforms, and improve our customer service. Millions of you everyday used Skype to greet new babies or even say good-bye to loved ones. We appreciate hearing all your stories about the many ways Skype is helping you. As we look ahead in 2012, we continue to be dedicated to delivering and improving upon the Skype experience across every device and every platform, while we embark on our journey as a member of the Microsoft family, bringing together the best of Microsoft and the best of Skype.

Keep reading to see a snapshot of our top 2011 picks for key Skype moments. You’ll see that many of our milestones were about expanding and improving the video calling experience and helping you get more out of Skype.

Here’s our blogs highlighting top 2011 Skype moments:

Q1

Skype coming soon to Sony Bravia and Vizio Via TVs

Skype to acquire Qik

Video calls on your Verizon 4G LTE device with Skype mobile

Skype is connecting teachers and classrooms across the globe

Q2

Microsoft will acquire Skype

Make and receive Skype calls over 3G with our new iPhone app

Smile! Skype on Android with Video

Q3

Facebook video calling powered by Skype

Skype Support Network now available

Skype now optimized for the iPad

Q4

Skype acquires GroupMe

Tony Bates weighs in on Microsoft’s acquisition of Skype

Bring your social network to life

Skype connects U.S. travelers with free Skype WiFi this holiday season

We look forward to the new year ahead as we continue to improve our software and make it part of your everyday communications experience.

What Skype developments would you like to see in 2012? Just let us know by leaving a comment for us below or on Facebook or Twitter.