Since the latest version doesn't support even Mountain Lion it seems like way more people would be unnecessary SOL.So I guess if you are still running leopard or below for any reason then you are sol on using skype
Since the latest version doesn't support even Mountain Lion it seems like way more people would be unnecessary SOL.
I honestly can't remember when was the last time I used skype :O
I dunno about you, but if no one pointed it out earlier...
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The sidebar in the chat window can also be hidden. This is the latest version, and I can still set it up the same way you did.
It's about time they shut down these rogue deprecated client versions. This allows for a better consumer experience across platforms and enable Microsoft to develop new, innovative functionality and services.
Also, we all know Skype is widely used for terrorist communication. Consolidating the client base will surely streamline access for lawful interception, thus helping government agencies like FBI, CIA, NSA in protecting people's safety and freedom (US subjects', that is).
I don't see why they shouldn't? If any, VOIP is a threat to traditional cellular operator's business models of selling minutes for a premium. Microsoft and Apple on the other hand aren't particularly concerned about these business models. They are primarily hardware manufacturers and suppliers of additional internet-based services - yet they are not cellular operators or internet providers. As such, they need not be greatly concerned with voice calls. Furthermore, voice call functionality offers little to no potential for product differentation or as a unique selling proposition. No one bases his purchasing decision for or against a particular handheld device (iPhone, Lumia, etc.) or platform (iOS, WP8, Android) on the quality or functionality of voice calls (which both are limited and given by networks anyway).
Though maybe people like FaceTime's (or iMessage's, for that matter) ease of use and quality - which only creates a "vendor lock-in" for Apple's own platform - obviously good for Apple.
The competition between platforms is about software and app ecosystem. As such, I don't see why they shouldn't make a play for VOIP. All it needs is an internet connection - which can also be a cellular one.
They just have to be careful not to alienate carriers not so much to stop them from selling or supporting their devices on their networks.
ML is just one version back from the current. Not that crazy for someone to use that for whatever reason and not really expect for random software to stop running on it just because. MS has been supporting XP for over a decade and suddenly having support for an OS version that is less than a couple of years old is something crazy for them? Please.I don't know why anyone would still be using ML at this point. SL, I could understand (maybe) because of Rosetta.
I don't know why anyone would still be using ML at this point. SL, I could understand (maybe) because of Rosetta.
I don't know why anyone would still be using ML at this point. SL, I could understand (maybe) because of Rosetta.
Because some of my standalone hardware does not work fully in mavericks. And to upgrade I have to let go of 2000 worth of equipment.
I find this rather ironic for people who say "Apple can't support every single old computer" every time they discontinue a hardware (or software) feature, to blame MS to discontinue an older version of Skype.
I've seen that thanks. The contacts window is too dumbed down and just links to the main bulky window, that also has a favourites/contacts bar that wants to stay there.
- it really is nice to be all apple and not have to think about all this.
Because some of my standalone hardware does not work fully in mavericks. And to upgrade I have to let go of 2000 worth of equipment.
Because some people are trying to actually work on their Macs instead of booking movie tickets all day. Mavericks is a mess for them.
ML is just one version back from the current. Not that crazy for someone to use that for whatever reason and not really expect for random software to stop running on it just because. MS has been supporting XP for over a decade and suddenly having support for an OS version that is less than a couple of years old is something crazy for them? Please.
Excuse me MS. How am I suppose to communicate with my friends overseas who are using Skype on their G5 and G4 Macintosh computers? We CAN'T upgrade to a newer version! Is MS dropping support for Skype for Windows XP? Thoses systems are older than my G5! Version 2.8 is the version of Skype we like best on the old G3 system.
Are they going to refund our skype in and out money we purchased in order to call land lines from our computers?
I am in the same boat. My dad still uses my old iMac G5. Still a great machine. No need to retire it in particular looking at his computing needs....
Unless you're a few versions of iOS out of date. Then you can kiss FaceTime goodbye.
I don't know why anyone would still be using ML at this point. SL, I could understand (maybe) because of Rosetta.
SL is very stable...
Yeah, but the same could be told about many things on OSX.It's not that. It is that version 2.8 is an upgrade over the current version in their eyes. They could upgrade if they want quite easily but they hate the latest version so much they will never and now they are stuck between a rock and a hard place.
Basically MS screwed up skype when they bought it in their eyes. I don't think they screwed it up but they definitely bloated it. I use the latest version and I am happy though
I admit being snarky in my comments about Skype (first two paragraphs).That was either the best troll post anyone's yet written or... that has to be the best troll post yet written.