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Skype 2.0 video chat on g2x.?

Hey xda well Skype just update and now has video chat on nexus s and a couple other phones and I was wondering if there's a way to make it think we have a nexus but I'm pretty sure it might be the same steps when people tried the Netflix app. Also I think I read its only gingerbread not sure anybody on cm7 might give it a try.? Thanks xda.
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I am interested in getting this working as well. I use skype for business as well as to my brother in law in Alaska. It would be nice to use my phone instead of being tied to a less mobile laptop.

+1 so far there is no way to have a video call to a pc.. whether it is skype, gtalk, or msn

+1 comeon skype - i have dual camera's and wifi/fast3g on my g2x - i just want some video chatting to other skype folks.

When oovoo updates thier app, we'll be able to use that to video call computers.
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Yahoo messenger video chat works only problem is it uses the wrong camera on the phone cant get the other camera to work
but everything else works great have to dowload the video plug in as well as the messenger from market

Well I just thought it would be cool to be able to video chat with Skype. When oovoo updates ill be using that to video chat.
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Just downloaded a patched version. Testing now.
Edit: patched version fcs for me. Please test: http://db.tt/xZ8Ooyl

Tried, closes on signing in
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You can try this one...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1148708
You have to be on 2.3.X.

BarryH_GEG said:
You can try this one...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1148708
You have to be on 2.3.X.
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I believe its the same one.
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corymaunder said:
Yahoo messenger video chat works only problem is it uses the wrong camera on the phone cant get the other camera to work
but everything else works great have to dowload the video plug in as well as the messenger from market
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There is a solution for that in the atrix thread. I am using it and I can switch between bfc and ffc.
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You can change your build.prop file to make it "think" you have a nexus s....
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Seanathan said:
You can change your build.prop file to make it "think" you have a nexus s....
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Yea I was thinking the same thing.
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Oovoo app is already able to video call Oovoo members on pc. I have been using it for over two months.
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umair239 said:
Oovoo app is already able to video call Oovoo members on pc. I have been using it for over two months.
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Really never really. Read full on all about oovoo.
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umair239 said:
Oovoo app is already able to video call Oovoo members on pc. I have been using it for over two months.
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Really? It will tell you phone not supported.
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Seanathan said:
You can change your build.prop file to make it "think" you have a nexus s....
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Tried it. Not working.
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It worked for Hulu+ but doesn't work for skype

jose makalolot said:
Tried it. Not working.
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You have to change multiple lines in the build.prop. Not just the line that shows your phone model. I used this method to get my MLB at-bat live to work on my Vibrant 4g.
My G2x isn't rooted yet, but if someone posts the build prob I can show you the lines to change.
Try:
ro.product.model=Nexus S
ro.product.manufacturer=Samsung
If that doesn't work post a build.prop file... I believe another line might need to be changed..
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Facebook Messenger

For anybody who wants it here is the apk for Facebook messenger
http://db.tt/gHgv7WS
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Works
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Thanks for this, its a great app! Much better than the standard Facebook chat.
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thanks, having trouble looking for this one!

Have a look on this site many free applications
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Only thing is, you can't turn facebook chat notifications off from the android app, so I get notifications from both. Also you can't see who's online.
Will we get updates for this being as though it's not installed through the market?
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I put this on so people can experience it before it becomes widely available on the market so no you won't get updates but if all you are going to do is complain about it don't use it your choice
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Thanks for it.

Not complaining about it as I personally think it's fantastic... I've stopped using the official facebook app now which has fixed the double notification issue. I use friendcaster now which is much better in my opinion, I set friendcaster to notify me of a new message then when you click on the pop up it takes you into the messenger app! I just hope they update so that we can see who's online.
Finally is anyone else getting the message that there's an update? Anyone have the apk for that?
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Does anyone have the latest update? I am outside US. No update on market.
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Found the latest build 1.0.011
http://db.tt/mhve5Z0
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Thanks guys!
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Hello,
Thank you for this as I couldn't find this on the market.
The facebook messenger is now updated and I couldn't find the update on the market either.
would you post the update pleasse?
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I have downloaded the latest build two posts above my post.
Thank you craig1965

great app. works like a charm

craig1965 said:
For anybody who wants it here is the apk for Facebook messenger
http://db.tt/gHgv7WS
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http://www.apktop.com/facebook-messenger-1-0-011.html
Download link does not work anymore .. I think maybe I found a page where it is scan the barcode on the page.

is the facebook messenger better than the facebook app version 1.5.3??

Thermik said:
http://www.apktop.com/facebook-messenger-1-0-011.html
Download link does not work anymore .. I think maybe I found a page where it is scan the barcode on the page.
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I just tested the download link for build 1.0.011 its working fine
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Alternative SMS?

So I've been thinking about dropping my SMS/MMS bundle plan to safe a little money. There are some free apps in the Market to text for free with data. Which do you recommend? I am currently testing Pinger, which is great. The only flaw I see is that I'm not able to text with the original number I also use for calling (which creates confusion with my friends and family.) Also, when I'm on Edge the app doesn't load/refresh for new messages. Any body find a (near) perfect alternative?
Thanks
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Why don't you try whatsapp?
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cricketAC said:
Why don't you try whatsapp?
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Doesn't that require people to use the app as well? I use it for international texting with my brother but he also uses the app, can you send to a dumb phone and receive from the same person?
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Nope. The other end should have whatsapp too. But its better than juggling two numbers, one for calls and the other for text.
I have free global texting so I hardly use whatsapp even.
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cricketAC said:
Why don't you try whatsapp?
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Doesn't that app also require the person receiving the message to have it installed? And does it use the native number? Hmm. Google voice seemed nice, but I couldn't understand how it worked and doesn't support MMS.
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I'm not sure if this will work or not but have you tried the GO SMS GO chat?

Eagl3007 said:
I'm not sure if this will work or not but have you tried the GO SMS GO chat?
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I have, and it's just SMS app replacement on same network.
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Why not use one of the IM clients out there? That's what I use to text my girl while she's in Canada.

What about Google Voice?
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partylikeaninjastar said:
What about Google Voice?
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As I said, no MMS support.
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I use Viber. It's an all in one and it's free and no adverts!!
People that you message do require it though as of course it uses Wifi or your Data Plan!
Also this allows to MMS/SMS in one shot also your can call people with this app. Again all using data so it's a VoIP app.
I tested the calling feature and it comes in quite clear! SMS with it is good also.
Hope this is somewhat of what you were looking for...
Marc

Stock Contacts on CM9

Hi,
I'm using a CM9 Nightly. I really like how the phone behaves now, but something I really miss from the stock HTC software, was how it integrated my Facebook contacts into my phone's contacts. It synced all the contact details from my friends, and made it available for offline viewing.
I've tried the official Facebook app. No joy. No additions to my phone's contacts at all. Even with contact sync turned on for that acc.
I've tried Friendcaster, that synced the names of my friends to my phone book, but no contact details for offline viewing?
The stock "People" on the stock HTC ROM had a great way of doing this.
Any clues?
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Nobody?
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Sorted!
Used this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1860924
If anybody elsr has a similar query. Followed the link for facebook sync.
Thanx
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Weevil Kneevil said:
Sorted!
Used this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1860924
If anybody elsr has a similar query. Followed the link for facebook sync.
Thanx
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youre welcome and you found it all by yourself!!! see guys, a little searching never hurt anyone :laugh:

Best Facebook Alternative

What is the best Facebook alternative in Google Play? The original one SUCKS because it takes forever to load.
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MySpace? Lol Google plus? Lol jk I hear Friendcaster for Facebook
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I've tried friendcaster. Its a good app. Yet its not for me.l :/
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an alternative facebook app, or an alternative social network?

Google plus is your best bet, great communication with people who have the same interests. Take time to look at the many guides for how to get the most out of your experience.

Sorry for the confusing title. I meant an alternative for the Facebook app
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im_awesome_right? said:
Sorry for the confusing title. I meant an alternative for the Facebook app
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Friendcaster is the only thing worth a damn. the others suck and never sync right or post spam on your behalf.

how about flipster? My friend said its a good app and uses little memory
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Fast for Facebook app is a good alternative
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I've found just going to the mobile site using the web browser works best for me. No apps to download and youcan do everything you need to. only thing you don't get is notifications which to me isn't a big deal.

JasonJunior said:
I've found just going to the mobile site using the web browser works best for me. No apps to download and youcan do everything you need to. only thing you don't get is notifications which to me isn't a big deal.
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I've considered that before. But I won't get push notifications.
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henslo said:
Fast for Facebook app is a good alternative
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Are you able to somehow view events in fast for facebook? I bought fast pro last night, and noticed I can't seem to see events. Lately my work friends have been scheduling their Happy hours through it, and I'd like to be able to see it on my phone without using the mobile site.

Cirkustanz said:
Are you able to somehow view events in fast for facebook? I bought fast pro last night, and noticed I can't seem to see events. Lately my work friends have been scheduling their Happy hours through it, and I'd like to be able to see it on my phone without using the mobile site.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1581371
Not sure but here's the Fast for Facebook thread can ask the dev. Or see if he would implement that into it.
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