Skype official version 5 is out, including group chat which was previously seen in betas - can now link up with your Facebook account for status updating and quick calls to friends Skype or landline numbers.

Amongst bug and performance fixes, includes group video chat. The Facebook integration is also included - you'll have to ask your friends to list their Skype names on Facebook.

Skype 5 is a free download for Windows users only - future editions of Skype for other clients will included group chat, eventually.