Jul 17

Skype patches messaging bug

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Skype is pushing out an updated version of its VoIP app that plugs the glitch potentially sending instant messages to random recipients. The new app is available for Windows, Mac, Linux and Windows Phone, though only certain versions of Skype for those platforms are actually affected by the issue, Skype now says. However, the general recommendation is to upgrade.

“The hotfix addresses an issue that occurs only when a user’s Skype client crashes during a Skype IM session, which may in some cases result in the last IM entered or sent prior to the crash being delivered to a different IM contact after the Skype client is rebooted or logged in as a new user. Although we cannot determine precisely how many users may have been affected by this error, we believe the number is small given the very specific circumstances under which the error occurs” Skype

The four affected clients are as follows:

  • Skype 5.10 for Windows
  • Skype 5.8 for Mac
  • Skype 4.0 for Linux
  • Skype 1.2 for Windows Phone

However, those using Skype 5.9 for Windows, Skype 2.8 for Android and Skype 4.0 for iOS are not affected. The update also includes a minor fix for those running Skype on FAT32 formatted systems, where they could not save received files to their drive.

You can download the new version of Skype here.


Skype patches messaging bug is written by Chris Davies & originally posted on SlashGear.
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Jul 16

Skype admits message leak bug but fix incoming

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There’s a nasty little Skype bug that’s starting to do the rounds you may want to pay attention to. Engadget reports that the VOIP client has been hit by an issue that will cause messages to be randomly forwarded to other people in your contacts list. The bug was first discovered in June by members on Skype’s support forums, but the company is just getting around to acknowledging the issue, saying that they’re currently working on a fix.

It’s a pretty scary privacy issue, even if it’s only affecting a small number of people right now. Thankfully, Skype is aware of the bug, saying in a statement: “We are aware that in rare circumstances IM’s between two contacts could be sent to an unintended third contact. We are rolling out a fix for this issue in the next few days and will notify our users to download an updated version of Skype.”

Until then, you’ll just have to pay extra attention to what you’re sending out over Skype. We’ll keep an eye out and let you know when Skype issues the fix, but in the meantime it might be a good idea to think twice before hitting “send” on that private message.


Skype admits message leak bug but fix incoming is written by Ben Kersey & originally posted on SlashGear.
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Jul 09

Vox.io lets you make calls from your web browser for free

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If you love using Google Talk or the extremely popular VoIP service that is Skype, then perhaps Vox.io will interest you. Vox.io is a browser-based VoIP service that currently available for iPhone users. To use the app, users will have to create their own Vox.io account first. Once inside the app, users will have the option to make calls and send text messages to other Vox.io users, as well as other contacts in Google, LinkedIn, or any number. (more…)

By Ubergizmo. Related articles: Comwave ePhone lets you make calls from your Blackberry Playbook, Apple fixes iOS 6 App Store bug,

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Jul 06

100 million smartphone owners in China getting free VoIP through messaging app Weixin

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100-million-china-smartphone-voip-Weixin If you’re in China and use a free chat app called Weixin on Android or iOS, you’re about to get no-charge VoIP as well thanks to an imminent update. The company is set to join the likes of Skype, Viber and Korea’s Kakao Talk in providing free cellphone calls to the nation and ought to make a huge splash given the massive 100 million user install base. The Tencent-owned service is also adding Bluetooth support, a matching VoIP web service and a complete redesign of its site, according to TechNode. There’s no release date yet or word on whether the English version WeChat will get it, but if so, it might make those pricey cellphone calls to friends and family overseas a lot freer.

100 million smartphone owners in China getting free VoIP through messaging app Weixin originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 06 Jul 2012 22:27:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Jul 03

Line messaging and VoIP app adds ‘timeline’ and ‘home’ features, throws in new platform for app integration

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Line messaging and VoIP app adds 'Timeline' and 'Home' features, throws in new platform for app integration

With now over 45 million users, while you may not use Line yourself, someone you know (or at least someone they know) probably does. The Asia-centric Skype rival has decided to roll-out some extra functionality and is looking to go a few rounds with even bigger competition. ‘Home’ offers up a base for sharing photos and other content, as well as your own status updates, while the ‘timeline’ feature will throw together a familiar-sounding chronological breakdown of your latest adventures to show your friends, adding in the ability to comment on each other’s posts. Its ‘Line channel’ sounds even more nebulous and aims to use the existing app as a foundation for integrating and linking to yet more programs and services. The screenshots hint at camera, gaming and (yes) horoscope integration, while Line is gearing up for both HTML5 and native applications. Hit up the company’s notions on a heavily connected messaging service in two servings of press release, right after the break.

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Jul 02

Ooma Linx extender makes a visit to the FCC, lets phones go the extra DECT distance

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Ooma Linx extender makes a visit to the FCC, lets phones go the extra DECT distance

For a VoIP phone company, Ooma has been unusually quiet since it showed us the HD2 handset at CES this January. Thankfully, an FCC filing spotted by Dave Zatz has let slip that the company is getting chattier in the near future. As the helpfully provided manual tells us, an upcoming Linx adapter will let a conventional phone talk to a Telo base station over DECT. The goal is to let Ye Olde Wired Phone in the basement join the 21st century without having to move the Telo or otherwise jump through hoops — it’ll even bring your fax machine onboard, if you’re still holding on to 1994. We can’t glean from the clearance just when the Linx will be ready to shake the dust from our antiquated phones, but with all the documentation seemingly in order, the wait isn’t going to be too long before that landline handset enters the modern world.

Ooma Linx extender makes a visit to the FCC, lets phones go the extra DECT distance originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 02 Jul 2012 05:28:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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