Skype has confirmed that Samsung's Galaxy Tab will not have access to Verizon's 3G-capable Skype app, which the carrier offers exclusively on its US Android smartphones. Instead, the Verizon Galaxy Tab will get the regular Skype app recently added to the Android Market, which only allows VoIP calls over WiFi connections in the US.
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No Skype 3G for Verizon Galaxy Tab
Skype tells Nimbuzz to buzz off
Skype has announced that it has told third-party software maker Nimbuzz that as of October 31, it has to remove access to Skype from its software offering. Nimbuzz will comply and as of Halloween, users of the software will no longer be able to chat using Skype. The move is seen to be preparations for Skype to kick off its IPO.
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Samsung Galaxy Tab missing Verizon Skype app at launch
The absence of voice call support from the US carrier versions of the Samsung Galaxy Tab is frustrating enough - after all, the functionality is present on the European versions of the same Android slate - but with the news that Skype will be missing from the Verizon model it goes from bad to worse. Engadget snagged shots of one of the carrier's internal training guides, which confirms that the Skype mobile, NFL Mobile and V CAST Video apps will all be missing from the Galaxy Tab when it initially launches.
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Skype 5.0: Facebook, group video calls & more
Skype 5.0 has been released for Windows users, and the biggest change is in its integration with Facebook. Taking advantage of Facebook Connect, the updated VoIP software pulls the Facebook news feed into the Skype app - as well as allowing you to post updates, comment and like statuses - together with calling or SMSing friends either on their home, mobile or Skype numbers.
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Skype for Android released: free 3G/WiFi VoIP and IM [Update: WiFi-only in US]
Skype for Android has arrived, a free download from the Android Market promising Skype-to-Skype and SkypeOut/SkypeIn calls over both cellular and WiFi connections. The app - which had previously been a Verizon exclusive - is now freely available, and supports both voice calls and instant messaging sessions.
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The Daily Slash: October 4th 2010
It's the first Monday of October, and right now we're just about ready to wrap up the night. First up, as we take a look at stories from around the Web, we learn that Skype has just appointed a new CEO for the company today. And then, as usual, we'll wrap up the daily happenings from around the R3 Media Network. So, hopefully you had a good Monday, and welcome to The Daily Slash.
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Cisco home telepresence tipped for Comcast/Verizon reveal next week
Cisco is tipped to be readying a telepresence device for home use, with partnerships with Verizon and Comcast suggested, according to sources talking to BoomTown. The exact nature of the device is unclear, but it's believed to cost as low as $200 when "heavily subsidized" or $500 with fewer commitments. Most importantly, Cisco is expected to be pushing their higher quality video than that of arch rival Skype.
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Movie Review – Going the Distance
This past weekend, I saw two movies. One was a completely unrealistic piece of cinema trash with stale characters and a script that seemed to have been made up on the spot. The other was “Machete.” That’s right. Of the two, I could more easily believe in Danny Trejo as an ex-Federale-turned-asssassin-landscaper than believe in the relationship that Drew Barrymore carried on with the “I’m a Mac” guy. It wasn’t just a bad movie, it was a betrayal of its content and of the, ahem, heritage that these two actors bring to the screen.
Cisco bid for Skype tipped after Google bow out?
Skype may be swapping hands again, with rumors coming from one of TechCrunch's more trusted sources that Cisco has made an offer to acquire the well-known VoIP service. According to insiders, Skype are hoping for a $5bn valuation from their ongoing IPO process; there's no word on how much Cisco may have offered, but presuming this is a serious move by the company it could be a significant step up from the $2.5bn eBay paid for Skype back in 2005.
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Technologies that Shaped a Decade
A few weeks ago, I wrote about a few gadgets that had been transformative to me. A reader wrote in and asked if I thought there any categories of products that had changed the world over the last decade. I thought about that for a while and here my list of the some of the gadgets and services that almost overnight (from a historical perspective) changed everything and went from enthusiast to mass market.
Samsung’s UN65C8000 65-inch 3D LED TV Costs $6,000
We all know that while 3D is making a major push for our living rooms, it's still not as inexpensive as many would like. In fact, in most cases, 3D is basically expensive. In the case of Samsung's brand new 65-inch 3D LED HDTV, there's no doubt that the price tag will match the features. So if you're not into the whole "portable" thing, and you'd much rather be firmly planted on your couch watching a TV that's way too big for your living room, here's one fantastic option.
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Skype Updated for iOS4
The applications just keep on coming for iOS4, and there's no slowing them down. Today's app is one you might have heard of: Skype. Yep, that's right, one of the largest VoIP providers out there just got a brand new version for Apple's shiny new mobile Operating System, and it brings with it a plethora of changes and features. Dig in after the break to find out just what they are.
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