For instance, you will be able to enjoy “contact blocking” now, as you have a higher level of control over just who is able to contact you simply by adding the ability to block contacts. Blocking someone is a cinch, just bring up the command bar, and choose block. Obviously, Skype for Windows 8 1.6 will also bring along with it its fair share of performance improvements in terms of loading speed and reliability, not to mention displaying the correct call error message whenever there is a failed call. You can update your Skype for Windows 8 app via the Windows Store.