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Posted from my CrackBerry at wapforums.crackberry.com03-23-10 03:16 PMLike 0 - Just downloaded it Download Skype for your mobile from the mobile browser. Fast download, easy setup, clear voice clarity, able to call mobile to mobile!!! I like it!!03-25-10 05:50 AMLike 0
- According to VZW, Skype Mobile will work only on Verizon's domestic network. You can call internationally FROM the US, but not to the US from someplace else. I loaded it a little while ago, thinking that I could call home from Italy on my international data plan. Too bad.
Last edited by Underway99; 03-25-10 at 06:28 AM.
03-25-10 06:26 AMLike 0 - Also too, Verizon has blocked "wifi" usage, just like "Big Red", make sure you read the terms from Verizon when installing this.03-25-10 06:38 AMLike 0
- According to VZW, Skype Mobile will work only on Verizon's domestic network. You can call internationally FROM the US, but not to the US from someplace else. I loaded it a little while ago, thinking that I could call home from Italy on my international data plan. Too bad.03-25-10 06:46 AMLike 0
- Since it uses a Circuit Switched line on the radio, it calls first a US land-line number and then gets "translated" into Skype. It's a free call inside the US, but I don't think it will work abroad, or if it does expect heavy roaming (assuming you have a "World Phone" like the Tour that works on GSM networks)03-25-10 07:27 AMLike 0
- this is the user agreement that pops up the first time you launch it....
Skype mobile is available within the National and Extended National Enhanced Services Coverage Areas, but not when using WiFi. Skype mobile features may vary from Skype on your PC.
Domestic calls made from Skype mobile are carried by Verizon Wireless, not Skype, and are billed according to your Verizon Wireless plan.
Skype calls to international numbers are billed by Skype at Skype rates.
Calls to 911 will be completed by Verizon Wireless.
Skype mobile is not available when using per-line or per-call caller ID blocking.
In the event of a conflict between these Verizon Wireless Skype mobile Terms and the Skype EULA, Skype TOS, or any other applicable terms, the provisions of the Verizon Wireless Skype mobile Terms shall apply.
With that statement about "domestic calls" being billed per VZW plan, I have to ask for some clarification... Are "free skype to skype" really FREE? Do they cost plan minutes? Or is what they mean by "Domestic calls" those calls that are "Skype to Phone Or Mobile"?
Funny, the VZW web page doesn't mention ANYTHING about using PLAN MINUTES. -> http://phones.verizonwireless.com/skypemobile/ Nor does Skype's web page for that matter.
Btw, I haven't signed up for skype yet. Not sure if I'm going to until I figure out the terms of VZW's Skype to Skype calls...03-25-10 08:56 AMLike 0 - this is the user agreement that pops up the first time you launch it....
Question....
With that statement about "domestic calls" being billed per VZW plan, I have to ask for some clarification... Are "free skype to skype" really FREE? Do they cost plan minutes? Or is what they mean by "Domestic calls" those calls that are "Skype to Phone Or Mobile"?
Funny, the VZW web page doesn't mention ANYTHING about using PLAN MINUTES. -> http://phones.verizonwireless.com/skypemobile/ Nor does Skype's web page for that matter.
Btw, I haven't signed up for skype yet. Not sure if I'm going to until I figure out the terms of VZW's Skype to Skype calls...03-25-10 09:01 AMLike 0 -
- if you are a VZW user, why not go to Skype mobile™ for Verizon Wireless BlackBerry� and Android™ 3G smartphones enter your cell phone number, and click the Get SKype Mobile button? it sends a text message with a DL link to your phone.
If you're not a VZW user, you might get it installed, but it isn't going to work.03-25-10 09:11 AMLike 0 - if you are a VZW user, why not go to Skype mobile� for Verizon Wireless BlackBerry� and Android� 3G smartphones enter your cell phone number, and click the Get SKype Mobile button? it sends a text message with a DL link to your phone.
If you're not a VZW user, you might get it installed, but it isn't going to work.03-25-10 09:15 AMLike 0 - the most ridiculous thing of this all is what i am reading in the help menu:
"Getting started
Can I use Skype mobile on my Verizon phone when I'm abroad?
Sorry, but you can only use it on Verizon Wireless in the US."
so much for being able to keep in touch with my girlfriend in italy who has a tour w/international package (unlimited data). F-U VZW!03-25-10 09:27 AMLike 0 -
I'm on a Verizon 9550 running unlocked on a Canadian carrier - was able to get it installed, but when attempting to launch I get a popup saying it only works on VZW. The app then closes.03-25-10 09:28 AMLike 0 - Google voice anyone? I'm not surprised verizon would drop a app like this with strings attached. Skype has been failing sing google voice and this looks like a last ditch effort to make some capital.
Good luck!
Posted from my BlackBerry using BerryBlab03-25-10 10:16 AMLike 0 - the most ridiculous thing of this all is what i am reading in the help menu:
"Getting started
Can I use Skype mobile on my Verizon phone when I'm abroad?
Sorry, but you can only use it on Verizon Wireless in the US."
so much for being able to keep in touch with my girlfriend in italy who has a tour w/international package (unlimited data). F-U VZW!03-25-10 10:26 AMLike 0 -
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