You can also opt only to include people who are sharing video in the grid or switch the video stream off completely. There are several viewing options for the call stage, including speaker view, grid view, a large gallery and (which makes seem like everyone’s in the same space). You’ll see larger video feeds in the top bar too. Instead everyone on the call, including those who aren’t sharing video, will be visible. Video feeds are being rearranged into a grid to avoid relegating folks to a minimized view. You’ll be able to see yourself on the main view while you’re on a call, though you can hide your feed if you’d rather not look at your own face. For one thing, video calls (on what Skype calls the “call stage”) are getting a visual overhaul. It at what’s coming later this year, with a focus on speed, reliability and design, as well as other improvements. Has some significant changes in the works.
