Does anyone know if its possible to use the skype for verizon on our Evo? If we could get this working it would be awesome. Wonder if its just a straight.apk. We could port over.
Why not just use Nimbuzz for Skype
Nimbuzz is the only Skype app that works for me now that fring lost support.
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This has been discussed before, OP. If you try to run the Skype app from a Verizon phone, as soon as you launch it, it'll say that the app only runs on devices on the Verizon network, and then close.
IM+ by Shape Services also works with Skype. Though, only Nimbuzz will allow you to place and receive Skype calls.
Nope for skype app from verizon but there is a lite version floating around here....
According to Engadget, an update was just released that supports WiFi, so we have to assume that until someone gets a chance to test it on a non Verizon phone, it might work now.
FWIW, I also have an EVO, so I too would like to see Skype on Android, not tied to a specific carrier, though I haven't tried Nimbuzz yet. I just want Skype to hurry up with the development of their app, and support video too, or at least unblock Fring, but who knows if that'll ever happen...
Update: apparently it still doesn't work for EVO. The APK is linked to from one of the comments here:
androidcentral.com/skype-mobile-android-now-works-over-3g-and-wifi-still-verizon-only (sorry, cannot link to external sites since I am new... mods?)
purefusion said:
According to Engadget, an update was just released that supports WiFi, so we have to assume that until someone gets a chance to test it on a non Verizon phone, it might work now.
FWIW, I also have an EVO, so I too would like to see Skype on Android, not tied to a specific carrier, though I haven't tried Nimbuzz yet. I just want Skype to hurry up with the development of their app, and support video too, or at least unblock Fring, but who knows if that'll ever happen...
Update: apparently it still doesn't work for EVO. The APK is linked to from one of the comments here:
androidcentral.com/skype-mobile-android-now-works-over-3g-and-wifi-still-verizon-only (sorry, cannot link to external sites since I am new... mods?)
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ah, just read that. verizon is cheap, still have to have 3g on in order for that to work
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Skype in Market?
http://www.skype.com/intl/en/get-skype/on-your-mobile/download/skype-for-android/
http://www.appbrain.com/app/skype/com.skype.raider
UPDATE: hmmm, installed from Android Market, but cannot login, cannot create user (unsupported browser???)
Samsung Galaxy S 2.1
Ooo i need to try that,
still not able to login?
Update: unable to login i will be crying all day!
Update2: reboot, retry, crying nothing works
Still not able to login on SGS
Anybody was able to login???
http://blogs.skype.com/en/2010/10/android.html
"We’re aware of some problems with the Samsung Galaxy S, and we’re looking to address these in the future."
VytautasK said:
Still not able to login on SGS
Anybody was able to login???
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Skype is not available in the Android Market in China or Japan.
Skype has been tested on HTC and Motorola devices with Android OS 2.1 and above. It may work on other Android phones, but we can’t guarantee full functionality or compatibility. We’re aware of some problems with the Samsung Galaxy S, and we’re looking to address these in the future.
It’s free to use Skype in a WiFi zone. If you use Skype with a mobile data connection, operator charges may apply, so we recommend an unlimited data plan.
In the US, Skype for Android phones works over WiFi only.
A fair use policy applies to unlimited subscriptions.
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on their website
guess we have to wait some extra time
I downloaded it and installed it without problems I am able to login but after that no matter on what contact I click it shows Process com.skype.raider stopped unexpectedly ...
Says Galaxy S not supported yet
loads up contacts all fine for me though. i'll try a call later. how long until someone can make this work on a cell network?
Working on :
NeXus One and HTC Desire
not working on :
HTC Wildfire
it is working for milestone..
nice app, i like...
aaahhh!!
Not working on SGS! ! !
So no 3G calls in the US, is this done via different APKs or are they detecting the IP login?
Anyone have a non-us apk they want to share to see if it works here?
i have to create a new account using my device (HTC HD2) now its up and running
my previous account which i created online on my pc could not log in
All,
Now that Skype is available on the Android market, has anyone managed to extract the apk file (It is still not available in the market in all regions)
thanks in advance
Anyone have an alternative download for Skype? Blocked in China so can't get it from the Marketplace or from Skype.com
Just replaced iPhone3 with DesireHD and lost Skype functionality - among other things. Still LOVE the DHD though
zoum79 said:
All,
Now that Skype is available on the Android market, has anyone managed to extract the apk file (It is still not available in the market in all regions)
thanks in advance
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did you have any luck yet ? i am in china - searching for a android skype installer .... please help to tunnel the great (fire)wall
The new one works fine over phone's network. But still does not have front cam video support. I found a link to one that was supposed to work for the TB and have front cam support but it would not let me login. And it wasn’t an account issue as I can login fine on the one without front cam support....
Oh well....
And the list of contacts remains at the account?
Works on my defy
i have downloaded skype and it works on my Advent vega tablet but how do i set up the built-in camera to work during calls if possible??
I have the apk which used to work before over 3G, but it doesn't seem to work anymore.
Does anyone have a new version of it, or know why the old hacked skype.apk doesn't work anymore? Now it just keeps telling me that my sign in name doesn't exist
I also installed the hacked APK that you're referring to. I just checked it on my and it's still working like usual. Perhaps you set it to auto-update in the Market and it got overwritten by an unhacked install? That's what happened to me, and I had to uninstall and reinstall with the hacked APK.
I could have sworn that there was a thread somewhere in these N1 forums which was all about the hacked Skype 3G APK. If you've already run a search, please ignore. If not though, I'd suggest you take a crack at the search function whenever you're in doubt.
Anyhow, I believe this is the thread where I first downloaded the working Skype 3G APK: http://www.droidforums.net/forum/xeudoxus/78843-apks-unlocked-apps.html
At the very least, it's definitely the same dude-- I remember that username.
Good luck, and happy VOIPing
I'm confused. How come Skype won't work over 3G for you? It works perfectly fine for me, downloaded straight from the market. I've had hours of conversations on it.
Skype has a contract with Verizon in the States to only do 3G Skype with them. It's restricted to Wifi only on all other carriers.
Oh that must really suck. And here I thought the carriers in Canada sucked. At least I get Skype over 3G here. Canada only mostly sucks now.
ksc6000 said:
I have the apk which used to work before over 3G, but it doesn't seem to work anymore.
Does anyone have a new version of it, or know why the old hacked skype.apk doesn't work anymore? Now it just keeps telling me that my sign in name doesn't exist
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I had the same problem today... I found out my problem was my new keyboard (Swiftkey) automatically added an additional space after my name. Following this correction, I placed a call over 3G without issue. Maybe that could be your issue too.
Hello,
I have installed the Hacked 3g version on my verizon galaxy tab and no matter what I do, my wife and I can not talk to each other, the connection seems laggy and our voices cut in and out. MY wife uses a mytouch on tmobile till we get the money to get her a verizon upgrade.
Has anyone experienced this problem?
Ive had this phone for 3 weeks now and ive become frustrated with the lack of video call apps this phone has. Tango sucks, yahoo doesnt have ffc support, fring sucks, and skype doesnt have ffc support. All it says is coming soon for gingerbread. they are trying to develop a script hack over here to get it working early but i havent heard a update on it. do we really have to wait for verizon to get their working version first in order to pull the apk from it or something?
Or is there a PC to android video call app i looked over in the market.
yahoo messenger works with live video (tried from SGS I9000 to PC)
the video unfortunately it only works in froyo 2.2
it's not yet updated to support 2.3
AllGamer said:
yahoo messenger works with live video (tried from SGS I9000 to PC)
the video unfortunately it only works in froyo 2.2
it's not yet updated to support 2.3
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ok so that doesnt help me none. 2.3 is pretty much useless right now.
Just out of interest what dont you like about Tango, I thought it ok although it was my first foray into video calling
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Just out of interest what dont you like about Tango, I thought it ok although it was my first foray into video calling
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you cant "tango" with people on a computer.
Ahh I see, have you emailed the dev to ask them if this could be implemented?
T-Mobile's flavor of Qik now supposedly supports the SNS....is there a PC client for this? If so I'm also interested.
I am looking for a Skype support video. I done some research and I installed the leaked one for the thunder and don't let me to install. Any solution?
Is there any news on this? I am due an upgrade, and would really like the Sensation, but i need Skype video calling to work!
I thought you answered my question JK. I really get tired of looking. Nothing work at all nothing support video chat or nothing every chat I downloaded just normal chat. Hopefully someone get with an a solution. From what I read online 2.3 does not support any video chat at this time. But there is some program you can use for video calling not chat like Tango. The thing I am really wishing is Android to have video calling by default like Nokia which when you call a number it asks you voice calling or video calling. Android is great but need a lot of work. At this point iPhone is so much better more than any Android phone out there. I really start to hate Android in general there is no support at all, Nothing growing. Everything is fixing bugs Ubuntu it's great but never complete like Windows or Mac OS. But we don't have any choice for right now just wait and maybe the companies will support and upgrade their apps.
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I am looking for a Skype support video. I done some research and I installed the leaked one for the thunder and don't let me to install. Any solution?
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I believe you need android 2.3.4 for video to work on skype and gtalk
Skype just updated it's app in the market to add vid support for "some" phones, but the sensation is not on the list yet. Anyone try out the new update?
hmmm seems skype video isnt working on sensation...
but on sgs pages of xda-dev someone patched video support in for sgs and sgs2...
maybe some dev can check out if this is possible for sensation too...
cheers...
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Skype just updated it's app in the market to add vid support for "some" phones, but the sensation is not on the list yet. Anyone try out the new update?
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try this one. It works like charm on my sensation. Enjoy
Skype Patched
I just installed that version (from the post above) on my Sensation as well.
It works perfectly...
cool... that is the app i was talking about..
but shame on me.. havnt read that its also for other devices...
u're right.. it also works like charm on my sensation...
Looks like it works, but the cam only shows in landscape? Hey Im not complaining it friggin works lol....
Any idea why this happens? Chrome Beta and the stock browser works fine but none of the following works over 3G/HSPA:
Facebook Chat
Google Talk
Nimbuzz
Whats App
Is this with the stock ROM that you are seeing this?
Yup... just got the device yesterday. Haven't modded a thing yet. I'm also gonna leave a comment in the switching HSPA/3G thread. I'm experiencing that too.
Btw... I'm in Jamaica.
Maybe your provider is blocking VOIP ports and possibly gchat works on VOIP port?
Someone chime in please..
Seems so, I checked on another forum we got out here... the network I'm on is in the testing phase, they haven't launched the service fully just yet.