Windows 10: A deeper look at Skype for Business integration with iOS CallKit

Brink · Nov 27, 2016

We recently announced deeper integration of Skype for Business with iOS devices using Apple’s CallKit framework, which enables a better experience for Skype for Business calls on the iPhone. The CallKit API with iOS 10 enables Skype for Business calls to work the same way as the native calling experience on iOS, allowing you to seamlessly extend your personal device as a business phone.

Answer Skype for Business calls from lock screen

Now, iPhone users can accept an incoming Skype for Business call right from the lock screen. There is no need to unlock the phone or launch the Skype for Business app to receive the call. Skype for Business calls will appear and behave just as regular cellular calls do—including being able to see the caller’s name on the lock screen. When you need to, you can also get to the app from the calling interface with just one touch.

Handle Skype for Business calls like any other call

This integration also allows you to switch between calls across Skype for Business, your personal cellular line and other VoIP applications supporting CallKit. If you are in an important Skype for Business conversation and receive an incoming cellular call, you can send the second call to voicemail or put the Skype for Business call on hold to accept the incoming cellular call. You’ll also see Skype for Business calls in your phone’s call history.

Built-in IT and user controls

These new features are enabled by default for all iOS app users. In scenarios where you may not want the Skype for Business calls to appear in the native iOS call log, the built-in IT and end-user controls allow you to disable the CallKit integration altogether. IT admins can disable this integration for their users through a policy, and app users can also control it in the settings.

Try the new calling experience

To try the new calling experience, update your iOS app today. If you haven’t yet checked out the Skype for Business mobile app for iOS, you can download it at Skype for Business Apps & Downloads.
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Source: A deeper look at Skype for Business integration with iOS CallKit - Office Blogs

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Jay_answers · Nov 27, 2016

Why isnt Facebook chat incoming messages showing up most of the time???? Driving me crazy!!

Your post is fairly logical in coming to the conclusion that the issue is due to the way iOS handles messages.

I am afraid there is nothing to do from windows phone side, about this. You could consider using another chat service or just wait it out till Skype is integrated into windows phone. I am sure your contacts on iOS are also on Skype and Skype is integrated
into FB. So, eventually, this issue should go away

Shivam Aditya · Nov 27, 2016

Deeper Cortana Integration with Apps

Thanks Harkanwar. I'll do so.

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