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Skype updated to version 5.3.60.1093, adds fixes

On Thursday, version 5.3.60.1093 of the Skype VoIP application was released. The new version, a 22.5 megabyte download, offers the following fixes and changes: – Sometimes Skype crashed during video calls. – Fixes a problem in Norwegian localization which could lead to client freeze. Skype 5.3.60.1093 is available for free and requires Mac OS X […]

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Skype to purchase GroupMe, looks to add group texting, added conference call support to application

When in doubt, try to have your software become more functional. Per Macworld, Internet calling company Skype said Sunday that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire GroupMe, a startup that offers a free group text messaging and conference call service on mobile phones. Skype did not disclose how much it is paying […]

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Skype WiFi out the door, focuses on offering cheap Internet access abroad

You asked for a cheap way to communicate on the road and Skype seems to have something to offer… Per AppleInsider, Skype on Wednesday released a new iOS application that will offer iPhone, iPad and iPod touch users access to over 1 million WiFi hotspots around the globe for a nominal pay-as-you-go basis. The Skype […]

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Skype releases native client for iPad

After over a year of anticipation, Voice Over Internet Protocol outfit Skype released an iPad-native version of its client on Tuesday. Per Macworld, the iPad app bears more than a passing resemblance to Skype 5 for Mac and uses a thumbnail grid of your Skype contacts; tap on any of them to bring up a […]

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Skype updated to version 5.2.0.1572

On Wednesday, version 5.2.0.1572 of the Skype VoIP application went public. The new version, a 20.8 megabyte download, offers the following fixes and changes: – Updated localizations. – The removal of “Professional Account”. – Minor improvements. – Skype credit balance will be shown to users who are member of Skype Manager by removing “Professional Account”. […]