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Getting Skype to work - the answer is here.

First, thanks to AsGF2MX and his topic here
This tweak is not new, im just bringing it to the attention of those who only read the prophet forums.
It would appear the high and low CPU version of skype are most likely the same, the only difference being which codec it uses to compress the audio (high uses a smarter and higher quality codec resulting in high voice quality).
While low has a lower voice codec it is possible to make it even lower. The actually call quality is fine, the only difference is IT WORKS!
Heres what to do:
1) Install Skype for Low CPU's from http://www.skype.com
2) Run the attached CAB or modify the registry yourself (HKLM\Software\Skype\Phone\Audio\DisableCodecs and set it to read ILBC G729 EG711U)
Thats it, no need to overclock. You cant call the skype echo123 or Linux users as they dont support this codec but everyone else should work fine on WiFi.

Now even easier. Below is an install which will install skype that will work on the Prophet/JAMin/M600/S200.
What is it?
Its just the bog standard Skype 2.0.0.51 from skype.com but I added the registry keys required to acutally get it working on this device. I also added the Today plugin from the new Skype 2.1 beta.
How?
1. Remove any existing Skype install
2. Click here to Download Skype for Prophet and run the CAB file on your device
3. Launch skype and logon
Also attached is a seperate download to add the today plugin found in the 2.1 Beta for those that dont want to fully re-install.

Wizard?
Any idea if this will work with a Wizard?

Yes, the original thread I took the tip from was for teh wizard. Same processor, same outcome.

Work fine, at least in my device, thanks a lot!

cidriver said:
Work fine, at least in my device, thanks a lot!
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As for me.

Seems to work fine for me too! Thanks a bunch

This is great. Thanks a ton! I finally am looking forward to installing Skype on my prophet without any hassle

works great here too on the wizard

I installed the CAB file that dannyoneill posted. When trying call skype's test number I get "no common codec" and skype hangs up. Does anyone know what to do about it?
// lidholm

You cannot use skype once you have applied this fix to call users running skype on Linux. Which is what the test server runs.
Linux only supports the one codec and it happens to be the one thats causing trouble for us.
For most they dont actually know anyone who runs Linux so its not a problem, and even if they did they have a choice. Not working at all or working for windows users.

Thanks for the reply.
Am I able to use SkypeOut ?
// lidholm

you can, as far as I know its just skype on linux that has issues, skype out, in , chat, it all works.

What about calling users that have Skype for Mac OS X? do their skype support this codec?

i believe so, yes

codec issues
This version works great with my xv6700, howeverm I replaced skype 2.2 with this. Problem is, when I reinstall skype 2.2 after uninstalling this modified 2.0 version, I cannot call with skype 2.2! It would seem all the codecs are disabled. No skypeout, no windows users, no nothing. I have checked the registry and there is nothing listed under the disabled codecs. Skype 2.2 worked OK (but slowly) before I installed this package. Any suggestions?

Does Skype work on GPRS
Hi,
Unable to download the cab file off the ftp server and also there's no Low CPU version available on www.skype.com mentioned as such. Can you please upload the file as an attachment with your message.
Also, I have an unlimited data plan through GPRS with my service provider. I have read, not clearly though, that Skype would work only through a Wi-Fi connection. My questions are -
1. Is it true, that Skype works only with Wi-Fi Net connectivity
2. If yes, is there any tweak/modification to use it through GPRS connection
3. If no, is there any other VoIP software available for WM5 that connects through GPRS.
Thanks,
Umesh
O2 Neo, WM5

JuxTuSiVo said:
This version works great with my xv6700, howeverm I replaced skype 2.2 with this. Problem is, when I reinstall skype 2.2 after uninstalling this modified 2.0 version, I cannot call with skype 2.2! It would seem all the codecs are disabled. No skypeout, no windows users, no nothing. I have checked the registry and there is nothing listed under the disabled codecs. Skype 2.2 worked OK (but slowly) before I installed this package. Any suggestions?
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Hi there,
I had the same problem with disabling the codecs. I installed the 2.2 and after setting DisableCodecs, any call would fail with an error message "Audio I/O error" (SkypeOut, too). Then I removed this registry setting, rebooted and the error persisted. It seems that skype stores this setting at a different position and doesn't change it back.
The solution to the problem is to manually navigate to the Skype folder, open config.xml and remove the codecs which should still be inside the <DisableCodecs>...</DisableCodes> tags.
However, I still haven't figured out what the problem with disabling the codecs is in the first place. I'm running WM5 on an O2 Neo. Any ideas greatly appreciated!
Chris

Thanks for your sharing!
I am going to give it a try!

Trinity to slow for Skype?

I installed Skype 2.2 BETA for Windows Mobile the other day and don't seem to be able to get a connection with reasonable voice quality. It's clearly not related to insufficient speed of the data connection cos when I'm running Skype on my laptop (through the internet sharing functionality of the Trinity), I get a good-quality Skype connection.
I'm guessing that the Trinity processor is pushed to its limit during an active Skype session: the device is pretty much not responding to stylus taps / hardware buttons - at least not for quite a while...
Is anyone experiencing similar problems Any help appreciated!

Are you sure you have downloaded the correct file for Skype, cause for me it works very good with no sound issues and very very fast response....Maybe you are running other energy consuming programms that leave you with little memory for Skype.

The file should be the correct one. When no applications are running, I've got a bit more than 20Mb free program memory. I've uninstalled Skype for now so I can't check how much of that is left after launching Skype. The file storage was pretty low (~2.5Mb) though as I don't have a miniSD card yet. But I guess that shouldn't really be a problem...

Hi,
i run skype and it´s cool
few points to take care of:
close all other apps wen running skype, active sync running in the background i the death of performance ;-)
goto settings, memory, close running apps. (i´ve set trinity to shut down the apps with the "X" butten, so i can minimize it with the "close" butten)
next: how many contacts do U have in skype? they recomend to have less than 100 for good performance.
lack of mem is an general performance issue, read the thread "Memory Problems) in this forum,... SKtools made a mirical on my trinity
cheers

andi512 said:
Hi,
i run skype and it´s cool
few points to take care of:
close all other apps wen running skype, active sync running in the background i the death of performance ;-)
goto settings, memory, close running apps. (i´ve set trinity to shut down the apps with the "X" butten, so i can minimize it with the "close" butten)
next: how many contacts do U have in skype? they recomend to have less than 100 for good performance.
lack of mem is an general performance issue, read the thread "Memory Problems) in this forum,... SKtools made a mirical on my trinity
cheers
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Hi Andi
I'm having real problems getting skype to run on my trinity(Orange SPVM700). I can only get it to run as a 'messenger' program, any time I try to make or receive a voice call it crashes. I'm seeing alot of talk about skype being blocked on the SPV and i'm beginning to wonder whether i'm going to need to make an upgrade to get it to work. Would you mind giving me details of the rom version you are running on your trinity. tia. If anyone else knows better I would be grateful for any advice. thanks

The last version of skype (2.2?) is not full compatible with trinity....
you can chat but you can't call with voice.
You will need the old beta skype version...
Here:
http://rapidshare.com/files/37248486/SkypeForPocketPC_Beta.CAB.html

thanks for this
it works nice

just try fring
Gtalk, Skype, MSN , SIP all in one app

thanks jacare, i was having the same problem with skype crashing when trying to make calls but i'll give this beta a go.
_blackjack_: fring is useless if you only have wi-fi and don't want to pay extra for gprs access.

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just try fring
Gtalk, Skype, MSN , SIP all in one app
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Oh,man!!!
This is just what I need,because I use Skype and voipcheap all the time and now I got all under the same app.I usually use Skype and SJphone,but since I got this one much better,I like it.
Thanks so much.

Thanks - Skype beta is working great on the Dopod.
One more thing, how do I do the following (if possible):
1. Have Skype calls go through the speaker phone
2. Records Skype calls (on PC, I use Pamela)

Skype 2.1
Here you are another version.Skype 2.1
Are you guys running Skype and wifi?The reason why I ask you this,is because some routers,AP´s and Wifi routers when it comes to p2p they get kind of stuck.Some P2P apps open multiple connections and don´t close them properly,so it also depends on the memory of the router ,it´s not just the P3600.
Sorry guys I´ve trying to upload it 8 times but it keeps popping up this message over and over:Upload of file failed.

Thanks a lot guys...
I had the same problem (could not find the old version)
Works perfect now... as one year ago

jacare said:
The last version of skype (2.2?) is not full compatible with trinity....
you can chat but you can't call with voice.
You will need the old beta skype version...
Here:
http://rapidshare.com/files/37248486/SkypeForPocketPC_Beta.CAB.html
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jacare,
Thanks for this.
Man, am I relieved !!! One of the main reasons why I decided to get a Pocket PC was to be able to use the Skype and SkypeOut while mobile (HSDPA and Hotspots or even my home WiFi)
I have a new P3600i arriving around 27 Sept and to be proactive went and downloaded the latest Skype mobile, and while doing so saw the notice that it was incompatible with the P3600 , which means it'll be incompatible with the P3600i.
Expansys P3600i forum
Skype support notice
I've downloaded this earlier version and will use it when the new device arrives.

Is skype going to release a working version>>?>

are they? i mean its time tog et a working version for the touch?

I have Trinity which skype does not support either.
However I was able to found one early beta of Skype which worked perfectly on my device. Here is the link ... test it ... I bet it will work.
http://rapidshare.com/files/84202512/Skype_Beta.cab.html

Use 'fring'. Connects to Skype, works great on my Touch!

Wow ... fring ... completely useless in my opinion.
What use do I have of something unable to use wifi ? (fring works only with GPRS/EDGE on my Trinity)

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are they? i mean its time tog et a working version for the touch?
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I am using Skype for Touch, and it's working. I was able to make calls to Singapore.

osavioro,
I have Dopod D810 running offical WM6 rom with Fring v3.20.23.118. It is working fine with Wifi. I wander why yours is not working.
I fring with google talk, msn, skype, they all work fine for me. The advantage of fring is that u do not have to install skype, messenger and other, just one application and one screen to work with multiple IM.

i know
yes search new version of skype at Google then i am sure you will get the latest versions information from there.
Ali.

maassk213 said:
Use 'fring'. Connects to Skype, works great on my Touch!
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Hey maassk213,
Skype works with HTC Touch and ELFin without any problems. I am using it right now.

edkmho said:
osavioro,
I have Dopod D810 running offical WM6 rom with Fring v3.20.23.118. It is working fine with Wifi. I wander why yours is not working.
I fring with google talk, msn, skype, they all work fine for me. The advantage of fring is that u do not have to install skype, messenger and other, just one application and one screen to work with multiple IM.
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I'm wondering too why it does not work ... it is searching for connection and do not find one.

Fring works like a charm over wifi on my WM5 Wizard (fring version 3.20.23.118). It should enable wifi on your phone by itself, but maybe try enabling it yourself and make sure it connects to a access point before launching fring?
It's also worth mentioning that fring is much more CPU-efficient. With Skype, i can talk only after overclocking my wizard to something around 260MHz. When i make skype call trough fring, it uses only about 60% CPU time without overclocking (@195MHz). So it is really good software, especially on slower devices.

mr_deimos said:
Fring works like a charm over wifi on my WM5 Wizard (fring version 3.20.23.118). It should enable wifi on your phone by itself, but maybe try enabling it yourself and make sure it connects to a access point before launching fring?
It's also worth mentioning that fring is much more CPU-efficient. With Skype, i can talk only after overclocking my wizard to something around 260MHz. When i make skype call trough fring, it uses only about 60% CPU time without overclocking (@195MHz). So it is really good software, especially on slower devices.
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I've done all mentioned above and there was no effect.
I will wait for more stable and eye-candy version of fring.
However my 400 MHz Trinity does not fear skype
P.S. BTW there is another small application -- OctroTalk -- which support several IMs and even Google Talk (unfortunately Skype is not supported).
If there are enthusiastic people in this thread ... test it please ... you can find it here: http://www.octro.com.

VoIP - Client?

Hi,
I would like to use VoIP. Without TF3D I used the Windows Mobile 6 integrated SIP-Client by activating it and getting access over the Windows Mobile homesreen. I was very comfortable!
But with TF3D the Windows Mobile homescreen is not available any more and btw. do the aktivating-files from WM6 not work on WM6.1.
What to do?
THX
bos

bos4xda said:
Hi,
I would like to use VoIP. Without TF3D I used the Windows Mobile 6 integrated SIP-Client by activating it and getting access over the Windows Mobile homesreen. I was very comfortable!
But with TF3D the Windows Mobile homescreen is not available any more and btw. do the aktivating-files from WM6 not work on WM6.1.
What to do?
THX
bos
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Try AGEPhone. It is very good IMO.

I am using Fring for SIP on my Touch HD. It also collects aim, msn, skype, icq etc. in one app.

I use Skype Mobile which I think has the best voice quality and they offer lots of other services.

VoIP built-in ?
But does HD include built-in VoIP ? Skype/Fring ... they are OK, but nothing beats using built-in contacts with VoIP calling totally transparent.

VoIP built-in ?
But does HD include built-in VoIP ? Skype/Fring ... they are OK, but nothing beats using built-in contacts with VoIP calling totally transparent.
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That's absolutly true - I hope somebody has a solution for built in with TF3D
THX so far
bos

please read my other posts! i got it work partically...
I can call, but i hear the other side at a very low volume, and the sound is coming from the rear speaker and not the front. So i hope there will be a solution soon!

sip client - internet calling on Jade

Hi,
I am planning to buy a Jade after using Hermes for a long time.
I was happy with the use of internet calling (internal sip client) of WM6 on my Hermes.
Now I wonder if it will be possible to use it on Jade.
Is there anyone who have used it and can supply feedback ?
Thanks.

well, there is no inbuild sip-client in the wm6.1 of jade. which is pretty bad. i tried a lot, activating the wm6.1 client, agephone, etc, all with sipgate.de and via wifi, but i was never satisfied... somehow it does not work and i am still looking forward to a good solution!

Try Fring http://www.fring.com/. Works very well and the sound comes from the earpiece.

Does not work properly, just tried it out. Via WiFi, a lot of disturbing side-noises, no good quality... Still no a good alternative...

I was talking about the "internet calling" application which integrates sip into the default phone application of WM6
I use this on my Hermes for a long time. It is installed as a cab file (not available in the rom but can be available in custom roms)
Now, is it not possible to install this cab on Jade ?
have you ever tried ?
Here's the long thread about it:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=299950