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CaptSwerve · **Skype for BB (iSkoot) -** 06-18-2007, 11:59 PM

I sent iSkoot an e-mail asking when they would be developing a Skype client for BB. Well they responded with this:

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Originally Posted by iSkoot e-mail

Dear BlackBerry user,

We are writing because you asked us to notify you when a version of iSkoot is available for BlackBerry. We’re delighted to announce today the latest addition to our family: iSkoot v1.1 for BlackBerry (beta)!

Please join us for an exclusive, invitation-only evaluation of the beta version of the software. We’re almost ready to release iSkoot v1.1 for BlackBerry to the public, but we’d like to ask your feedback first.

As you know, Skype brings the world closer together – and iSkoot brings us all another step closer by powering Skype on mobile phones. iSkoot v1.1 for BlackBerry offers the great features you already know and love, including:

* Clicking to chat with a Skype contact
* Clicking to call a Skype contact
* Making cheap SkypeOut calls to nearly any number in the world
* Receiving calls to your mobile from Skype contacts
* Seeing which of your friends, family, and business colleagues are online
* Managing your own online status

iSkoot v1.1 for BlackBerry also offers a brand new, easy-to-use interface especially designed for the BlackBerry.

If you would like to join this exclusive beta test, please register online using your PC first: New Document

After you’ve had a chance to use the new iSkoot v1.1 for BlackBerry, we would appreciate hearing your feedback. Please tell us how it worked for you – both what you liked and what you didn’t like. Your feedback is important! Please email your feedback to: [email address]

New iSkoot v1.1 is available for the following BlackBerry models running OS 4.0 or higher: 8800, 8700, 8300 (Curve), 8100 (Pearl), 7700, 7500, and 7100 series.

Thank you very much for your interest in iSkoot. We’re excited about this new product launch and we hope you’ll enjoy taking an early peek at the beta. We look forward to hearing from you!

Regards,
The iSkoot Team

P.S.
As a beta, the software isn’t perfect yet. You may experience a bug here or there and the battery performance hasn’t been optimized yet, but it shouldn’t negatively affect the overall operation of your BlackBerry. Whenever you experience anything unusual or possibly buggy, please let us know at: [email address]

P.P.S.
If you do not wish to receive any further communications from iSkoot, please send an email to [email address]

and add the word “remove” to the email message subject line.

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don.new · **OS:** 4.6.1.199

Can't wait to try it! IM+ Skype has lots of problems, and it might be months before JiveTalk gets Skype.

don.new · **OS:** 4.6.1.199

Had to delete 2 apps to make it fit. Can't get it to login. Off to a rough start!

Jaime · 06-19-2007, 07:42 AM

I registered but I haven't received any sms

BR
Jaime

jddphd · 06-19-2007, 09:36 AM

As I recall, other skype/mobile tools have required you to have Skype running (logged in) on a computer somewhere else. Is that the case here?

ssbands04 · 06-19-2007, 10:30 AM

is this compatible with the $30/year service from skype? Or does it just use skype out credit?

Also, I've got the 8830, if I'm overseas, and try to make a call with this thingy, am I goign to be for the international call? I don't see the advantage over just using the regular phone service?

don.new · **OS:** 4.6.1.199

I re-installed it and it works. So far I'm using text only. On my 8700g...

Seems to work!

Nice user interface

Contact names do not show that they were re-named

AutoText not working

Notification sound control is on/off only

Notification sound not connected to BB profiles

Clicking on contact starts call! I just wanted to chat

No emoticons

Lots of settings and options missing

I guess it is early beta, still being developed

scaevola · 06-19-2007, 05:47 PM

why can't any of this beta stuff be ota? I don't have sms on my plan just unlimited data ... Anyone know why everyone insists downloading via sms?

plchan · 07:37 PM

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Originally Posted by scaevola

why can't any of this beta stuff be ota? I don't have sms on my plan just unlimited data ... Anyone know why everyone insists downloading via sms?

I believe they want to verify the cell phone number for a reason.

They also offer the option for you to download the app to your PC and install it thou

plchan · 06-19-2007, 07:35 PM

I installed it and I cant see my contacts online.

any ideas?

Pentarus · 06-19-2007, 08:42 PM

I registered... Got the welcome email.... But I don't get the SMS... So no download link.

don.new · **OS:** 4.6.1.199

A brave attempt, but as it is, almost un-usable. Buggy and feature-less. I'll come back and look at it in a month. They have to look at what the big boys are doing - JiveTalk, WebMessenger, IM+ etc.

BobMarley · **iskoot, lol -** 06-19-2007, 10:34 PM

sounds like my dog, when he schooches around on his behind...
:D

CaptSwerve · 06-22-2007, 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by BobMarley

sounds like my dog, when he schooches around on his behind...
:D

HAHA.. my dog used to do that.

Well I just used iSkoot for a call to Africa. I think it went really well. You don't have to have Skype logged in on your computer (I didn't have it running) but it does use the minutes from your plan. The sound quality was great for me. It sounded just like a normal call. This is actually the first call I've made using Skype. I have some friends that are missionaries and they're in Africa so that's why I started using it.

plchan · 06-22-2007, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by mr_smith

HAHA.. my dog used to do that.

Well I just used iSkoot for a call to Africa. I think it went really well. You don't have to have Skype logged in on your computer (I didn't have it running) but it does use the minutes from your plan. The sound quality was great for me. It sounded just like a normal call. This is actually the first call I've made using Skype. I have some friends that are missionaries and they're in Africa so that's why I started using it.

Do you have SkypeOut in order to call your friends?

lambdacoreaz · 06-28-2007, 10:24 PM

I just got on the bandwagon and I filled out the form but I never recieved the SMS, although I did recieve the email...I signed up twice...nothing...any help?

Jennesy · 06-28-2007, 11:43 PM

Got it installed up and running. HAVE to say this is the best skype program out there only because of the fact that you dont need to have a program running on your computer to use it. Made calls to several family members in Honduras without a problem, it does prompt your BB to make the call through your phone so you do use your minutes. The interface is VERY easy to use and understand. But so far Ive only made calls succesfuly, when someone tries to call me (not through skypeout), they get a busy signal.

Buggy yes, but Very promising App!

Jaime · 06-29-2007, 08:27 AM

I liked it but it's really slow.

BR
Jaime

don.new · **OS:** 4.6.1.199

So far, I like the IM+ for Skype program more. It has some problems too. You do not need to have a program running on your computer to use it.

Nomis · **OS:** 4.5.0.135

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Originally Posted by lambdacoreaz

I just got on the bandwagon and I filled out the form but I never recieved the SMS, although I did recieve the email...I signed up twice...nothing...any help?

I had the same problem on my end. Lots of email, no SMS.

dahov · 07-05-2007, 02:54 AM

I use IM+ for Skype Software and it is actually not as buggy as some of you may think. I had to make a few calls overseas and the connection was great and with my unlimited plan and Skype unlimited on top of that these calls where pretty much free.

By the way, SkypeIn is now supported

don.new · **OS:** 4.6.1.199

All IM+ Skype voice calls use Skype credit, which is not "pretty much free".

Jaime · 07-07-2007, 01:12 PM

Do you have any update available. I can't even sign in.

BR
Jaime

don.new · **OS:** 4.6.1.199

IM+ has new Skype version yesterday, give it a try.

Jaime · 07-07-2007, 08:20 PM

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Originally Posted by don.new

IM+ has new Skype version yesterday, give it a try.

I don't use much skype to buy an app. I'll wait to jivetalk support.

BR
Jaime

MyPearl · 01:56 PM

I guess this is not a VOIP application... In other words, skype calls are not made over the data network. i heard other non BB phones can do this.

EDIT: I just downloaded the application. Super nice interface. Successfully logged in and downloaded my skype contacts and skypeout numbers.

Jaime · 07-10-2007, 07:29 PM

iskoot is working much better now. congrats!

Jaime

brh986 · 07-11-2007, 04:26 AM

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Originally Posted by MyPearl

I guess this is not a VOIP application... In other words, skype calls are not made over the data network. i heard other non BB phones can do this.

EDIT: I just downloaded the application. Super nice interface. Successfully logged in and downloaded my skype contacts and skypeout numbers.

What is this if it's not VOIP? I don't understand why a Skype call would use up cell phone minutes? If you're using minutes what's the point especially if you're over seas?

fbf · 07-11-2007, 08:56 AM

It IS a VOIP app which means you DON"T use your minutes, but you do have to buy the skypeout (3$ per month).
i'll wait for the jivetalk support since the iskoot will eventually charge you anyway.

brh986 · 07-11-2007, 08:58 AM

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Originally Posted by fbf

It IS a VOIP app which means you DON"T use your minutes, but you do have to buy the skypeout (3$ per month).
i'll wait for the jivetalk support since the iskoot will eventually charge you anyway.

Cool! Thanks what I need - does it work with skypeout and skypein or just out?

Does it work well enough? I was told by a friend that GPRS is too slow for this.

don.new · **OS:** 4.6.1.199

It is not voip - you are speaking to skype people on your regular BB phone, using regular minutes, plus using skype credit. It is great for calling skype contacts who have no regular phone, and for making cheap skype-out calls. But I use it mostly to IM my skype friends. And I tried iSkoot but found it far inferior to the latest version of IM+ Skype.

Jaime · 07-11-2007, 05:54 PM

Iskoot drains the bb battery quite faster and I feel the bb quite slow, however the app is faster than previous version

BR
Jaime

nidjol · **iskoot not signing in on my 8800 -** 08-31-2007, 04:39 PM

Hey guys I have a BB 8800 with ATT and I downloaded and installed iskoot but it fails to sign in everytime I've tried. I've changed my connection setting back and forth and still nothing! Please help.

beastbot · 08-31-2007, 09:53 PM

..fails to sign me in as well on my at&t curve. not sure how i should configure the tcp settings if at all..where are the i-skoot people on this issue i wonder.