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Skype 2.5 released

Looks like a minor upgrade. There is a PPC version and a Smart phone version, not sure of the differences or which is best for the Touch Pro.

Hi,
It is a major upgrade since a new voice engine is included.
The on the touch pro you need to install the pocket pc version.
http://www.skype.com/download/skype/windowsmobile/
Regards,

madraven said:
Hi,
It is a major upgrade since a new voice engine is included.
The on the touch pro you need to install the pocket pc version.
http://www.skype.com/download/skype/windowsmobile/
Regards,
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it does not matter how major an upgrade they come out with its all crap until they come video chat for windows mobile.... i think its time for a poll

skype
does any one have cab file for this software?
Thanks

dadavotinh said:
does any one have cab file for this software?
Thanks
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Click on the skype link above....click download to ppc....
http://www.skype.com/go/getskype-pocketpc-cab

Does it fix the issue with the sound playing out of the back speaker instead of the front one?

My company just made skype standard platform for internet call. Just wonder if this PDA version ad free? I installed desktop version but hate the pop-ups and silly ad on top. Well, I knew I should not complain as I use it for free.

ok i have a question. if i install this skype on my phone and my friend in india installs skype on his phone as well are those calls free if we can call each other through skype? I am always around wifi in the US and my friend has internet on his phone all the time since its dirt cheap (30 cents a day for unlimited in case your wondering)

Hallo ptyindian,
skype2skype-Calls are free!

KUR0I said:
Hallo ptyindian,
skype2skype-Calls are free!
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hey thanks just wanted to make sure. I thought they were free but my friend in India was saying they are not. K cool thanks for the clarification.

speaker?
did they fix the speaker/earpiece problem?
do u guys know if this skype can be used with bluetooth headset?

"00" = "+" to make calls
Maybe this is common knowledge, but it took me an hour to find answer, which I eventually found on skype forums. I've used skype on PC for couple years, but just installed it on Fuze.
Problem is, you have to dial numbers in international format. For USA, that means you dial a "+1" before the area code and number. Skype 2.5 softphone has no way to type a "+" symbol and you cannot set it up to do so automatically like Skype on PC. Also, it does not accept input from our phones keyboard.
So, I found on Skype forums if you type "00" it equals the "+" symbol. Maybe its common knoweldge, but it gave me a hell of a time. Hope it helps.
...anyone know how to import Outlook Mobile Contacts into Skype mobile contacts?

Current Pocket PC version: 2.5.0.170. Release date: February 16, 2009 solved problem with Skype shuting down upon initiating skype call on my Touch Pro with Proven 1.14a ROM.
Finally I can make calls with skype on TP

Hey guys, I tested this over an EVDO data connection and wifi with and without a headset (wired). The quality of voice call was acceptable in every circumstance on both ends. However, not sure if this is an issue with my wireless ISP, using the EVDO data (and this has never happened) my data connection was disconnected within a minute or 2 in 3 consecutive calls. I have never had a disconnect issue before, and I did not receive a standard call to my phone in that period of time. Again, I am not sure if this is Skype causing the issue, or an issue with my stock Bell Mobility ROM/ISP. My guess would be Bell.

has anyone tried to use this with bluetooth headset?

Skype over Normal (front) phone speaker/ BT Problem
daveyS said:
Does it fix the issue with the sound playing out of the back speaker instead of the front one?
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Keep this issue alive...
My guess is there is a registry setting or three to adjust related to the default audio gateway instructions for Skype output, but I had trouble locating them before flying overseas (and therefore, using a WIRED headset for every skype call). I will look again, but anyone who has this fix, or an idea about solving the problem, please weigh in.
If this can be taken care of, then the "Call using Skype" option in Contacts may actually make Skype on a mobile work like a true IP phone client and change my mind about leaving Skype running on my mobile al the time instead of forwarding incoming Skypes to my mobile number (and paying for the forwarding) in an effort to avoid every answered Skype call being on speakerphone by default.

mlbal said:
Keep this issue alive...
My guess is there is a registry setting or three to adjust related to the default audio gateway instructions for Skype output, but I had trouble locating them before flying overseas (and therefore, using a WIRED headset for every skype call). I will look again, but anyone who has this fix, or an idea about solving the problem, please weigh in.
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There is no registry setting or such thing (also see the Skype forums for this issue) to achieve this. According to the developer(s) they have no possibility to use the earpiece speaker from their code as the phone OS will not allow this...
CU,
Cactus World
P.S. If anyone finds a way, please share as this issue is very annoying indeed!

test results
OK, so the speaker issue is not resolved.
As mentioned before, physical keyboard is not working: on-screen keyboard fine.
I only use skype on wifi, but for me the call quality is improved.
So, other than the keyboard issue, it's a good update.

to use skype through the earpice instead of the speaker just install troca2.cab works perfect

Free VPN working with Android (Hotspot Shield)?

I tried configurating Hotspot Shield VPN (http://hotspotshield.com/clientless/iphone/get_started.php) that works fine on iPhone but I just can't make it work on Android.
Do you use Hotspot Shield with Android or do you know any other free VPN?

I tried the same but with no luck
Anyone else ??

not sure what the problem is but I can't seem to get it to connect either.

Shame no ones come up with any interesting news yet on the topic

Hey guys , i had the same problem and i was looking for alternatives and i got this.
www[DOT]vpnsurfing[DOT]com/2010/09/tenacy-free-vpn/#more-175
vpn[dot]tenacy.com[slash]pptp-public
im outside us and i can play pandora,
it gets disconnect evey 30 mins,
i will post if i get anything else

Just curious how do you add this command line? I never did anything with command lines.
Sent from my Nexus One using XDA App

jesinj said:
Hey guys , i had the same problem and i was looking for alternatives and i got this.
www[DOT]vpnsurfing[DOT]com/2010/09/tenacy-free-vpn/#more-175
vpn[dot]tenacy.com[slash]pptp-public
im outside us and i can play pandora,
it gets disconnect evey 30 mins,
i will post if i get anything else
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This surely does work

i'v searched for that to...
after 1 hour , my problem solved
i search with this keyword on google "vpn android" and found a site that offer free vpn vpnandroid[dot]com
now my problem solved without spend my money

moneytoo said:
I tried configurating Hotspot Shield VPN (...) that works fine on iPhone but I just can't make it work on Android.
Do you use Hotspot Shield with Android or do you know any other free VPN?
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I got it working with "VPN Connections 0.99" from handheld.softpedia.com
Running CyanogenMod 6.1 on an htc Desire. Works great for Pandora so far.
Thank goodness because the sites listed in this thread so far seem like crapola.

I use hideipipn on android. Works perfectly. The free version.

Anything else workin ? They are no longer offerin a free vpn there

Rapalax said:
I got it working with "VPN Connections 0.99" from handheld.softpedia.com
Running CyanogenMod 6.1 on an htc Desire. Works great for Pandora so far.
Thank goodness because the sites listed in this thread so far seem like crapola.
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Thanx man, works with the Samsung Captivate .

Agree.. If not this utility - it could not listen to pandora

Rapalax said:
I got it working with "VPN Connections 0.99" from handheld.softpedia.com
Running CyanogenMod 6.1 on an htc Desire. Works great for Pandora so far.
Thank goodness because the sites listed in this thread so far seem like crapola.
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Sorry to ask but can you explain how, I keep getting fail to connect... Thanks

This is how i use my phone with hotspot shield...

That's exactly how I got it, but it keeps saying failed to connect... Does this works over 3G or just on Wi-Fi?
Thanks

Still no luck using same settings but I get Failed to Connect, over 3G and Wi-Fi, I think it might be a kernel problem or the tun.ko module, I checked my kernel and the module is there...
I'm Using AuraxTsense HTC Desire ROM.
Any Help would be great.

have no idead about htc desire, but on sgs it's working ) but i posted info ONLY about ipsec for HotSpotShield...

Still no luck on my side neither 3G or Wi-Fi works

i have no idea - me working perfect! did you get log/pass for iphone connection?

Skype!

Skype for Android has been released on the Android market. Unfortunately, the app does not officially support Galaxy S devices. So some users are experiencing difficulties logging in.
http://briefmobile.com/skype-launches-on-android
I tested the app on my 2.2 Froyo JI6 Captivate and it worked well! Woohoo!
Anyone get it working too? Any problems?

i Just downloaded on 2.1 - for some reason my phone rebooted at 40% during hte download - I have never had this happen and have had the phone since launch day.
No luck signing in right now... will try a few things and report back.

Yes, there is issues with 2.1 (it's noted several times on blog post on skype website). It does work fine on leaked 2.2.
My question though, I used market enabler to download I would guess european version of Skype (I emulated T-Mobile AT). Would that mean that I can make skype calls over 3G in US (since default install in US is limited to Wi-Fi connections only for voice calls). I don't have any contacts online so can not test it.
G

Hello,
I trying to use the code, but it send me to the market and says that is not available for my location, Can you put the apk here?
Thanks in advance!!

works great on 2.2

yhbrandon said:
works great on 2.2
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I get a bunch of FC's on mine... sucks.... COG2.2Beta-1.... Anyone with help on this issue?
-Ken
**EDIT NVM, reboot the phone and works great! Also I would turn off automatically start its under settings under profile in Skype
It does not support any LCD Density changes... So use stock LCD density 240 and it works fine... Besides stock, not sure which setting works other than 240 now....
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I have ji6 2.2 and its says "We're sorry, but that Skype Name does not exist" it does so not sure what the problem is. I have tried over wifi and 3g still no luck
edit*** nevermine it works fine

Works just fine for me. About time we got Skype. The beta sucked.

It's useless in US since works only on Wi-Fi. When I have WiFi connection I usually have better means calling other people then Skype.

Works fine on 3G for me. What are you talking about?

miztaken1312 said:
Works fine on 3G for me. What are you talking about?
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Voice calls? Chat works over 3G.
This is documented limitation for users in US. Call only over WiFi not 3G. No such limitation in other countries. Wondering how they are figuring out where you are.

I haven't been able to test out the voice call yet as nobody is online on my contacts, but chat works. There has to be some kind of a bypass for that 3G limiter...

Sorry for the double post, but I think this may be of interest to everyone. Just found it over in the main android section.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=800714
Skype on 3G for US
Edit: It doesn't seem to work on 3G at all even with the modded apk. I just tried to call my sister from the bathroom asking for more TP.

I keep getting can't sign in errors, might just be that I'm on a stock rom though.

migsims said:
I keep getting can't sign in errors, might just be that I'm on a stock rom though.
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As are most people. Like myself. It works just fine if you have 2.2

No video calls?
Sent from my HTC Desire using XDA App

Working just fine on 2.2. Didn't work at all on 2.1 though as stated. Skype's site doesn't allow you to download it though (phone is not supported message). Getting it from the market works fine though on 2.2.

LTD36 said:
Working just fine on 2.2. Didn't work at all on 2.1 though as stated. Skype's site doesn't allow you to download it though (phone is not supported message). Getting it from the market works fine though on 2.2.
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Here is solution for calling over 3G in US http://www.droidforums.net/forum/xeudoxus/78843-apks-unlocked-apps.html

artisticcheese said:
Here is solution for calling over 3G in US http://www.droidforums.net/forum/xeudoxus/78843-apks-unlocked-apps.html
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Can't even sign in using that.
I do use the skype beta for text chat on my captivate, which is all I need as I have many skype contacts and we text chat often.

Why would it need access to my personal information (contacts...)! No thanks.

[Q] Skype is the worst app ever

Every time I run Skype it crashes. Not only does it crash, the phone reboots. I'm on the CM7 nightly from 7/6 and everything works great except this annoying app.
Does anyone have any suggestions for the best way to make calls overseas? I travel a lot for work and had previously relied heavily on skype but this is driving me insane. Fring is fugly and other apps I've seen seem sketchy somehow.
Any recommendations?

I actually may have solved my own problem. Not with Skype, but an app that works extremely well with Google Voice which is what I was hoping for anyway.
GrooVe IP. I saw it in the Amazon Appstore... works well overseas. Just thought I'd share in case anyone else is having the same problem.

Video Call using front facing Cam

Any s/w to enable video calls using Front facing cam?
Skype doesn't support O2X though some people have hacked it to be used for SGS 2 and SGS

Just use Fring or Tango. Both work perfectly with optimus
Sent from my LG-P990 using XDA App

Tried Fring but it doesn't work on Wifi for me (doesn't login)
Also, on Edge the test call goes thru but when I make actual call,it doesn't work

Try Qik (http://qik.com/).

Strange i use it at least 10 times a day on wifi never had a single issue
Do you have any firewall app installed ?
sahilkhurana said:
Tried Fring but it doesn't work on Wifi for me (doesn't login)
Also, on Edge the test call goes thru but when I make actual call,it doesn't work
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Yes me too. fring can even switch seamlessly between wifi and 3g without losing the video call connection. I'm very satisfied with fring.
Sent from my LG-P990 using XDA App

I think my instiute firewall is blocking fring connections. I am stuck on edge for the time being and call did work for me yesterday but with pathetic quality
Sent from my LG-P990 using Tapatalk

Works with fring for me.