Skype [v3.0.0.256] Released June 29, 2009
 

New version of Skype released: 3.0.0.256
Release date: June 29, 2009
New features:
Ability to send files
Ability to send text messages

Direct download
Download page
Link from your mobile browser: http://www.skype.com/go/getskype-winmobile-cab
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New version of Skype released: 2.52.5
Release date: March 24, 2009.
Bug fixes, stability increase, battery saving.

Direct download
Download page
Link from your mobile browser: http://www.skype.com/download/skype/windowsmobile/

Re: Skype [v2.52.5]
 

Thanks!

For those that use skype and dont want to use headset, you can use this instead to send the audio/voice to the earpiece speaker

http://www.freewareppc.com/utilities/audioroute.shtml

Re: Skype [v2.52.5]
 

Thanks for that.

I am using 3.0 Beta though... Need to send my international text messages...

Re: Skype [v2.52.5]
 

sorry to ask...but...can u send international texts using skype3.0?
thanks

Re: Skype [v2.52.5]
 

You have the service on desktop, not on Skype mobile. However, on Skype 3.0 Mobile beta, I think you do have that option.

Re: Skype [v2.52.5]
 

Yes you can, not with 2.5, but with 3.0 Beta... That is exactly the reason I am using it since my girlfriend is in France right now. :)

http://www.skype.com/download/skype/windowsmobilebeta/

Re: Skype [v2.52.5]
 

Thanks for the update

Re: Skype [v2.52.5]
 

to send international text with 3.0, does the other person have to have skype on their phone, or can i just type in their phone number and they will recieve the text?

Re: Skype [v2.52.5]
 

Not required to have Skype on the receiving end.

Re: Skype [v2.52.5]
 

That is correct... You do have to pay for it though... To avoid any confusion...

Re: Skype [v2.52.5]
 

ahhh.....so I deduce:

1) Yes u can send text messages to international parties
2) They do not need to have skype at the other end
3) They are not free, u have to buy credits...ie. pay for text messages.

Am I right?
Thanks all.

Re: Skype [v2.52.5]
 

I use Google Voice (Grand Central) to send international txt messages for free

Re: Skype [v2.52.5]
 

Right.

Re: Skype [v2.52.5]
 

Well, it's not open for everyone so I will be sticking with Skype...

Re: Skype [v2.52.5]
 

what do you mean not open for everyone?

What program can i use to send international text to another cell phone that doesnt cost?

Something where the other person doesnt have to have the program installed?

Thanks

Re: Skype [v2.52.5]
 

Skype 3.0 lets you send international text messages, but you need to pay Skype for that.

Google Voice also lets you do the same, once you pay them. However, he means, you cannot signup for Google Voice as it is a closed beta.