Questions relating to Microsoft's Skype VOIP application and services.
3
votes
1answer
315 views
How to fix the sound in Skype after starting TeamSpeak 3?
I'm using Ubuntu 12.10 64b.
I installed Skype for Linux (4.1 from Skype site for Ubuntu 12.04 multiarch) and then installed TeamSpeak 3 (downloaded, extracted and run ts3client_linux_amd64)
My ...
2
votes
1answer
1k views
SKYPE 4.1 Ubuntu 12.04 - Webcam's Image Upside Down and with Zoom
I'm trying do my notebook's webcam works on Skype 4.1, but I am not having success.
The problem is that the webcam's image appears upside down and with zoom.
This problem don't happen on Skype ...
2
votes
1answer
603 views
Skype: merging chat history from Windows to Linux (.db to .lock)
I want to merge my Skype chat history from a Windows version, which comes in a file called main.db inside my personal folders, with my main.lock file, found in my hidden Skype folders on my home ...
2
votes
1answer
735 views
Change font size in Skype messaging
Is there a way to change the size of the font in the chat/messaging used in Skype on Ubuntu? I'm using Skype Beta 2.2.0.35, and Ubuntu 11.10.
Currently the font is too small for me, and there doesn't ...
1
vote
1answer
85 views
Skype and VLC icons disappear from the menu bar
I started using Ubuntu 3 days ago, but I don't know how to open Skype and VLC programs because their icons disappeared from the menu. I have already read answers to other people with similar problems, ...
1
vote
1answer
447 views
Skype wont load on 12.10
I installed Skype onto my laptop and it wont start at all. I Installed it from the Ubuntu Software Center. Not sure what I did wrong. Any ideas?
1
vote
1answer
261 views
How to achieve Echo Cancellation with Pulse Audio?
I want to use Echo cancellation for my Skype calls and Empathy on Ubuntu 12.10 (pulseaudio 2.1). Anyone knows how to do that?
1
vote
1answer
882 views
I can't install Skype on Ubuntu 11.10 from the Software Center
I have my new dell inspiron 5520 factory pre installed ubuntu 11.10 i really liked it but I didnt knew any thing about it first it download or intall everything from software center after 3 days i ...
1
vote
1answer
194 views
How to fix inverted video on skype?
I just installed 12.10 on my Lenovo y510 laptop. The webcam worked fine while setting up Ubuntu, it also works fine with Google Chat and Cheese. But with Skype 4, the video is inverted 180 degrees. I ...
1
vote
1answer
1k views
Skype+Gnome 3 Answer directly in systray?
Is there a way (as the pidgin integration plugin) to answer directly to skype conversations via the systray ? Thanks.
1
vote
1answer
201 views
Where could I get the apparmor profile for latest Skype4?
Where could I get the apparmor profile for latest Skype4? I tried to make my own based on previous skype version but there are too many errors while launching.
1
vote
1answer
123 views
Remove close button on specific application
I would like to remove the close button only on selected applications.
Is it possible?
My expected result would be deactivating Skype's tray ugly-icon and removing the close button from his window, ...
1
vote
1answer
294 views
Skype shuts down when the other person tries sharing their screen
I have installed skype on my 11.10 and it keeps shutting down as soon as the other person switches of its video.
While I have read that I need to delete the shared.xml file I cant seem to locate the ...
0
votes
1answer
895 views
64bit ubuntu 13.04 – problems with apps that use 32bit libs
Upgrading from 12.10, or fresh installation of Ubuntu 13.04. Both have problems with the 32libs.
Skype does not launch, and playonlinux keeps asking for opengl32 libs even after installing ...
0
votes
1answer
64 views
Skype sound not working and crashes while in call
I am using Ubuntu 12.10 but this same problem happened when I was running 12.04.
Whenever I call someone or I get called and pick up, I hear nothing and they cant hear me. After a few seconds skype ...
0
votes
0answers
53 views
I had re-installed ubuntu 11.10 on my Dell vostro 64 bit
After I completed a Ubuntu re-installation, I was not able to see any drivers for wireless in additional drivers. Plus, I was not able to install Skype from Ubuntu Software Center.
Please share me ...
0
votes
0answers
160 views
Ubuntu 12.10 x64: skype install - even through “partner” reps (held packages)
I've tried installing official web-site version, but it didn't install.
Then I read throught some manuals and now I have partner section in Software Center > Software Sources, made ...
0
votes
0answers
31 views
Voice chatting stops all sound output? Ubuntu 12.04/12.10
Everytime, I try to voice chat, or skype, none of my speakers output, but if I don't start a voice chatting program, the sound will work fine, any ideas? In order to get my sound to work again, I have ...
0
votes
0answers
20 views
skype is dumping cores in 11.10
I’m using Ubuntu 11.10. I have installed Skype by downloading the .deb file from skyscape site.
When I enter login with my credentials Skype is abruptly exiting. Then I found core file in my home ...
0
votes
0answers
148 views
Ubuntu not detecting built-in webcam & microphone
I have an Acer ZG5 netbook with Ubuntu installed. The netbook has a built-in webcam & microphone but I don't seem to be able to use them on Skype. Are they not being detected? Ubuntu must know ...
0
votes
0answers
285 views
Wrong architecture 'i386'
I have 64-bit Ubuntu (this is weird, because I can't install 64-bit Windows). I wanted to install Skype, but Ubuntu Software Center returns an error Wrong Architecture 'i386'. I tried to install other ...
0
votes
0answers
276 views
How do I install Chromium and Skype?
Having just switched to Ubuntu from Mint I tried to install the Chromium browser and Skype. They gave the following errors:
Chromium
Some packages could not be installed. This may mean that you have
...
0
votes
0answers
71 views
Web cam vx-1000 not working on ubuntu 12.10
How to install that camera and get working in skype in ubuntu 12.10
0
votes
0answers
305 views
Laptop's integrated webcam is detected, but doesn't work
I'm running Ubuntu 12.10 on a Samsung NP350V5C series notebook. When I try to use the integrated webcam in skype, guvcview or cheese, it shows up in the settings menu as "Webcam SC-13HDL11939N ...
0
votes
0answers
69 views
Skype video call logs me out of Ubuntu
When I call someone with Skype and they activate THEIR video feed, I am logged out of Ubuntu. I'm using Skype 4.1 and Ubuntu 12.10.
0
votes
0answers
149 views
Unable to Install Skype on 12.04 on 64 bit Dell XPS 14z
I am trying to install Skype on 64bit dell 14z but getting the below
Unmet dependency error, kindly help debug.
"Can not install LibQTwebkit4:i386"
Image
0
votes
0answers
40 views
Skype disconnects my wireless
skype 64 bit disconnects my wireless connection when I start it, I'm using Ubuntu 12.04 lts
Any suggestions
Thanks
0
votes
0answers
22 views
I can't download anything after trying to install skype
I keep getting this error whenever I try to download something or open up software center : The package skype:i386 needs to be reinstalled, but I can't find an archive for it. I am a new to ubuntu and ...
0
votes
0answers
284 views
How to resize Skype's Full Screen Window?
I am using Ubuntu 12.04. My Skype window became full screen and I can't find any way to re-size it.
Here is a link for how my deskTop look like (this is the full desktop) I can't see anything just ...
0
votes
0answers
154 views
Logitech c270 webcam acting funny
I have a logitech hd webcam c270, and i'm trying to make it work on skype. it does turn on and the green light shows when browsing the video devices, but when I call someone, it says it was declined ...
0
votes
0answers
73 views
Skype has stopped working :(
Sometimes I face the specific problem with Skype in Ubuntu 12.04 LTS.
After I log in, it remains hanged. Also, my webcam doesn't work properly in Skype.
0
votes
0answers
361 views
Webcam does not work on Skype
Since upgrading to Ubuntu 12.10 Quantal my Genius GE111 webcam does not work on Skype. It works fine on Cheese. Can somebody please help?
0
votes
0answers
65 views
Panasonic webcam does not work
Panasonic HM-TA2 does not work with linux or skype as a webcam. Any ideas?
Camera monitor detects it. Camorama could not connect to video device (/dev/video0).
Which cameras are known to be ...
0
votes
0answers
137 views
google talk mic doesn't work and Skype video doesn't work using 12.10
I downloaded the latest skype for 12.10 and downloaded google talk plugin. When I use skype the person I call doesn't see me but they can hear me. I in the other hand can hear and see them with no ...
0
votes
0answers
185 views
How do I activate Skype single window mode?
How do I activate Skype single window mode?
I have the latest skype installed, I've tried switching to default view and back a few times (restarting skype eahc time) but I've had no luck.
0
votes
0answers
296 views
Skype behavior changed after upgrade to 12.10
In 12.04 I could manipulate Skype using HUD (change status, open chat with ppl).
Unfortunately, in Ubuntu 12.10 it doesnt seem to be working. I would like to know how to fix this?
0
votes
0answers
461 views
Why skype can not connect through squid proxy in ubuntu 12.04
No matter how hard I try Skype still can not connect to its server.
I'm able to access other HTTPS servers like Gmail, but Skype is not working through the proxy.
Configuration:
squid proxy ...
0
votes
0answers
307 views
Skype installs, but test call fails in Ubuntu 12.04
Skype installs fine (I used sudo apt-get install skype), and I could type text messages with my friends in skype,but I could not make any video calls (my webcam logitech c270 is fine---it works great ...
0
votes
0answers
214 views
Skype installing problem depends
i trying install skype in software center and i get a mesaage :
libpurple0: Depends: perlapi-5.14.2 but it is a virtual package
skype: Depends: skype-bin but it is a virtual package
i am using ...
0
votes
0answers
250 views
Problem using Skype Screenshare on dual monitors
I am on Ubuntu 12.04 and when using the screenshare feature of Skype 4.0 on a single monitor I dont have an issue. However as soon as i switch to using dual monitors and try to set up a screenshare, ...
0
votes
0answers
425 views
Skype sound problems on ubuntu 12.04
Sound in Skype is scratchy and distorted.
I have tried this already:
gksu gedit /etc/pulse/daemon.conf
but that didn't help.
Does anyone know what's wrong and how I could fix this?
0
votes
0answers
134 views
How to make Skype videochat window look like it does in Windows 7?
With the video and chat united not separated and when I'm on another application, a floating window with the video on the top right. I'm new to Ubuntu.
0
votes
0answers
148 views
Why does my USB Skype phone handset not work with Ubuntu, but works with Windows?
Not to be too technical, my Skype works okay but the hum from the cooling fan makes it unpleasant for the person receiving, so a USB handset is the answer, but the standard Windows one does not work. ...
0
votes
0answers
104 views
Skype lost title bar in chat window after recent update
Good day, skype is recently updated on my 12.04 lubuntu and now chat window lacks
titlebar, any idea what is it and how to fix ?
0
votes
0answers
215 views
Anyone else having problems with Skype or Empathy and Pulse Audio?
I use both Skype and Google Chat (via Empathy) for video chatting and run into audio problems. The most typical situation is that a chat fails on Empathy, causing Empathy to crash, and it takes out ...
0
votes
0answers
68 views
Can I remove the white line under Skype icon in the notification area?
There's a white line under the Skype 4 notification area. The other icons appears normal. See screenshot:
Screenshot of Skype icon
enter link description here
0
votes
0answers
154 views
Skype-4.0 and latest title from any audio player
is there any way to fill the skype status (in Skype-4.0) with any title information from the played title in any installed audio player (rhythmbox, clementine, banshee, whatever)?
I the macosx ...
0
votes
0answers
194 views
skype webcam magnifies video image during video call precise pangolin
I'm running precise pangolin and the webcam works fine with cheese and also when I run the skype video test.
It's a different story during a skype video call though, it starts off fine and then after ...
0
votes
0answers
166 views
How to auto change skype status during a call?
Is it possible to auto change a skype status (from „online“ to „do not disturb“) during an active call and back – after the call?
As I understand this should work with a Python script in „Option: ...
0
votes
0answers
894 views
skype webcam does not work after upgrade to 12.04
I have A4 Tech webcam/microphone which I used without main problems with 11.10.Now I have problems, the sound part works alright, I have checked with a call to Skype. Cheese and other webcam programs ...
