installed the high version on tytnII running on WM6....voice calls are not working fine....

any idea?

thx

We are getting nowhere. The Skype engineer should provided some answers or just that iPAQ Voice Messenger is not for Skype.

lets not mix phones here shall we?
First of all I have tried skype on tytn II with the PPC version myself and calls work great.
Second iPAQ Voice Messenger works also as far as I know but that phone needs the Smartphone version.
Regards,

lets not mix phones here shall we?
First of all I have tried skype on tytn II with the PPC version myself and calls work great.
Second iPAQ Voice Messenger works also as far as I know but that phone needs the Smartphone version.
Regards,

Skype on My tytn II is almost unusable for voice with or without headset. Audio is very choppy. I am running the latest version over WiFi with a 5M broadband connection. Any advice?

Thanks in advance.

Skype on My tytn II is almost unusable for voice with or without headset. Audio is very choppy. I am running the latest version over WiFi with a 5M broadband connection. Any advice?

Thanks in advance.

Ia have the same problem. The outgoing and incoming sound is disrupted, like happens sometimes when you have slow internet connection. Some words just cut. But in this case the internet connection is very good and I am sitting just near the WiFi router that also provides good connectivity. Running Skype from a laptop through the same wireless internet connection provides clear sound.
Any help?

Can you guys provide a bit more detail regards to what type of call this is, skype to skype or skypeout, if skype to skype then what version is the other side using?

Can you guys provide a bit more detail regards to what type of call this is, skype to skype or skypeout, if skype to skype then what version is the other side using?

I am getting it just calling the Skype Service. The voice that I here from the service is chopped. And also the recorded repaly. I installed the latest Skype 2.2 (Nov 7) version for Pocket PC on the TyTN II.
Also, if I run Skype from a laptop through the same wireless internet connection, it provides clear sound.

This post has been edited by Mikio: Fri Dec 7 2007, 11:14

Can you guys provide a bit more detail regards to what type of call this is, skype to skype or skypeout, if skype to skype then what version is the other side using?

Good Morning,
Whenever I call, I always have to use like speakerphone mode.
Everybody can hear. I tried to switch that speaker and wanted to call as a normal cellphone, not a push to talk. But I failed.
I searched on Skype support page, but they don't have the solution so far.
Thanks in advance

Good Morning,
Whenever I call, I always have to use like speakerphone mode.
Everybody can hear. I tried to switch that speaker and wanted to call as a normal cellphone, not a push to talk. But I failed.
I searched on Skype support page, but they don't have the solution so far.
Thanks in advance

This might work...

http://www.teksoftco.com/index.php?section=bluemusic

Right then, time to enter the ring!

Got my brand new htc tytn ii last week and have spent a long time trying to get Skype working properly, I have tried every version I can get my hands on including the suggested fix of .18 beta but to no avail. When calling the test line audio is "Choppy" (interrupted, repeated etc). The phone is as standard from Orange. So let's try and be scientific to help the Skype engineers out!

If your calls are the same as mine i.e audio is clear but with sections dropping out and sections being repeated:

1. Call the echo/sound test several times to check that this is what's happening.
2. Try a different wi-fi network.
3. Try taking off encryption for a brief period from your wi-fi network.
4. Stop all processes apart from Skype.
4. Post as many details of your setup on here as you can.

Mine are:
Carrier: Orange
Skype version: 2.2.0.37
Operator version: 24.181.1.612
Rom Version: 1.81.61.2 wwe
Rom date: 09/20/07
Radio version 1.27.12.29
Protocol version: 22.45.88.07h

Peter, I have a .cap ethereal dump of a bad sound test call if you need it with encryption off.

Please Skype do something about this, this is a fantastic PDA and Skype is a good service. There must be some subtle difference between your test platform and those of users for whom skype has now become unusable!

Thanks

Gareth

Well folks,

My TyTn II does it too! I've got both of the problems described above...

Talking to my wife, who's on the same LAN, she on a wired LAN PC, me on my TyTn II. I get the sounds from the speakerphone, so it would be very nice if the settings would enable the user that sound goes trough the normal phone speaker, instead of aloud trough the room.

(good tip for the Bluetooth headset link, but i'm sure that there's a better solution: keeping the phone directly to my ear)

Then the sound is pretty choppy too, like i'm connected at a very low datarate 3g network (which is not the case)

This is something i wouldn't expect if one's connected on the very same LAN, although i'm connected wirelessly @ 54G there shouldn't be problems imho. Our broadband connection does 22 mbit down and 1,3 mbit up, so should be plenty too.

Version i use is the 2.2.0.37 Skype for Windows Mobile November 2007 release. Which works flawless for skype chat (although it takes ages for all historical chat messages to appear in the TyTn 2). But calling with Skype simply is not usable.

On my RTX dualphone skype works great attached to my laptop using the same 54G network, calling with the same lady i described earlier.

Problem can therefore pretty much be narrowed down to the TyTn II if you ask me.

I also tried the smartphone version, but that displays pretty blurred (icons don't show, names look weird etc) and sound quality is the same or worse.

Looking forward to replies from Skype people that know what can be done about this problem. For me personally i intended to use the TyTnII as my "personal skype communicator" when i'm at home and at work.

Both locations have a nice 54G network and a more then sufficiently working broadband internet connection.

But for as long as this problems stay, i think i just need to keep the RTX dualphone's connected to the PC's.... Which imho is too bad!

Thanks for any insights Skype peeps!!!!!

Mark Pronk
The Netherlands

This post has been edited by Mark Pronk :: Foilzone.com: Mon Jan 7 2008, 18:10

Thanks guys for taking the time to detail your problems, I will forward them to the team working on this.
Just to sum up some of the info that is already out there but keeps comming up.
1. The speakerphone issue. Windows Mobile doesn't allow any third party application (maybe with hacks, I don't know) to access the front speaker (earpiece), thus the only available speaker for skype to use is the rear one. Use a wired headset instead! (Bluetooth not being supported is a known issue)
2. Windows Mobile version uses a different audio engine than the desktop one. The desktop engine is made by skype, the wm version engine is licensed. The desktop version has a great codec (SVOPC) that enables great call quality and unfortunately this codec is not present in the licensed engine. The skype audio engine doesn't run on wm because of the processing power constraints. This means that WM -> PC calls will not be the same quality as a PC -> PC call. This doesn't mean it should be choppy, unusable etc.
3. I in my replies am not reffering to test platforms but real phones with latest public release that I or another trusted (by me) source tested on.

Regards,

Thanks a lot Peter for your in depth reply to our troubles. The speakerphone issue is the worst thing. The bluetooth solution suggested by one of the topic's repliers is a nice one, but having a carkit in my car and an ear to hold my phone to is enough. I got rid of the BT earpiece and i hate to use a wired headset tbh. Its limiting in all possible ways.

If there was a hack to access the "right" (front) speaker it would be really nice if that could be selected in some way or another. Using skype as our intercompany communications solution (HQ, office spain, office india, my home office) i'd expect the Skype for WIndows Mobile to be usable like it's intended to be used. As a phone....

Anyways, if it's impossible, well then, there's the RTX kit and the Belkin WiFi Skype phone that both do an excellent job for me. It's just that i'd really love to have just one device instead of the usual 2 or maybe even 3.

My 2 cents... :-)

Mark

Weirdly on a skype to skype call last night (My HTc tytnII on WIfi to a friend 2 miles up the road on a "3" GPRS phone), call quality was OK( OK not astounding!). I phoned the test call facility straight after and it was as bad as ever. Would this type of call be any different?

I am considering using Fring, has anyone else tried it? Not a fan of giving other companies apps my user name and password!

Gareth

Here's the bluetooth audio program that works on my htc tytn II wm6 and a motorola ht700 bluetooth earpiece. I have tested this on wifi and 3g cellular with decent success.

Spent hours searching for this so I could use skype with my earpiece, can't remember what forum I found this on;

http://www.freewarepocketpc.net/get-bluetooth-audio-v1-0.html

You need to use your tytn to go to the site and download it, from what I understand this is because it's a cab file.

It's pretty simple once it's installed.... Open the program and you just turn on , or turn off the blue tooth by touching the button that comes up on the screen. This simply routes the audio speaker on the back of the phone to the ear, and the mic is now the blue tooth unit's mic.

It's not very sophisticated but it works as a temporary fix till something better comes out. I couldn't get the techsoft product to work because voice dial software on my unit would take over.

I use it for skype and I have fun listening to music with my headset this way, even though I don't have the stereo headset (yet!)

When you receive a call on the cell phone you can still receive it the typical way by touching the answer button on your bluetooth earpiece. When you hangup the phone by touching the button on the earpiece it will hangup the call like normal..... but ..... the music will continue but it now comes out of the speaker on the back of the phone till you go in this little program and touch " ON " to get your earpiece connected again.
... you will also need to do this to make skype to reconnect to the earpiece as well.

I will say the audio sounds just fine when using this, but the mic sounds pretty scratchy to the person on the other end... not sure if this is my headset, connection, or mic gain structure with bluetooth, or all of the above.

Terry
Chatsworth, CA

This post has been edited by Broadbent: Wed Jan 9 2008, 19:38

Here's the bluetooth audio program that works on my htc tytn II wm6 and a motorola ht700 bluetooth earpiece. I have tested this on wifi and 3g cellular with decent success.

Spent hours searching for this so I could use skype with my earpiece, can't remember what forum I found this on;

http://www.freewarepocketpc.net/get-bluetooth-audio-v1-0.html

You need to use your tytn to go to the site and download it, from what I understand this is because it's a cab file.

It's pretty simple once it's installed.... Open the program and you just turn on , or turn off the blue tooth by touching the button that comes up on the screen. This simply routes the audio speaker on the back of the phone to the ear, and the mic is now the blue tooth unit's mic.

It's not very sophisticated but it works as a temporary fix till something better comes out. I couldn't get the techsoft product to work because voice dial software on my unit would take over.

I use it for skype and I have fun listening to music with my headset this way, even though I don't have the stereo headset (yet!)

When you receive a call on the cell phone you can still receive it the typical way by touching the answer button on your bluetooth earpiece. When you hangup the phone by touching the button on the earpiece it will hangup the call like normal..... but ..... the music will continue but it now comes out of the speaker on the back of the phone till you go in this little program and touch " ON " to get your earpiece connected again.
... you will also need to do this to make skype to reconnect to the earpiece as well.

I will say the audio sounds just fine when using this, but the mic sounds pretty scratchy to the person on the other end... not sure if this is my headset, connection, or mic gain structure with bluetooth, or all of the above.

Terry
Chatsworth, CA

Which Skype version are you using?

Weirdly on a skype to skype call last night (My HTc tytnII on WIfi to a friend 2 miles up the road on a "3" GPRS phone), call quality was OK( OK not astounding!). I phoned the test call facility straight after and it was as bad as ever. Would this type of call be any different?

I am considering using Fring, has anyone else tried it? Not a fan of giving other companies apps my user name and password!

Gareth

echo123 uses the desktop audio engine so this can be why the quality with it is bad. I also like to point out that in my experience it is sometimes bad even with desktop skype even though all other calls are great.
Therefor i think testing with it is only good to find microphone related issues. Call quality of the test call may be irrelevant for Skype for Windows Mobile. I am further checking into this.
Regards,

Which Skype version are you using?

2.2.0.37 Skype for Windows Mobile November 2007 release

Terry
Chatsworth, CA

I too had choppy play/recording/playback on my first test call.
I went into the Wireless Manager -> Settings -> Wireless LAN -> Power Mode. Mine was set on Best Battery (battery was down to 2 bars - not sure if it self configures based on power left) Adjusted to best performance and retried test - still had a little chop but much better (clean playback form Skye test call, a bit garbled on recorded bit).

I AM using Skype over a bluetooth stereo headset without any hacks (Plantronics Pulsar 260)

System Setup

Skype for Windows Mobile Version 2.2.0.37
Selected Wifi only on Skype Setup

Device - AT&T Tilt, WM 6 Pro
OS 5.2.1620 Build 18125.0.4.2
R 1.27.12.11
G 22.45.88.07h
D 1.57.00.00

Signal on Tilt was bouncing between 1/3 - 2/3 - once I increased power it stayed between 1/2 and 2/3 consistently higher (Wireless Manager -> Settings -> Wireless LAN -> Main), WPA encrypted,
Router Linksys WRT-54GS
Cable Broadband (BF2 plays smoothly (wired) and Skype on PC works fine wireless)
I have not bothered running a packet loss or latency test on my Tilt, but those are both possibilities as well.

Hope this may help some of you out.
Regards

I am fed up with skype I feel it too much hype

I have a 24MB download 2MB upload adsl 2 connection but calling the skype testing service is still crap on my HTC TyTN II. When the service is talking you can still hear it ringing. Utter rubbish

All those question about what version, is it skype to skype, what version is the other person using is really annoying.

No one should tell lies and same using skype even comes close to making real calls. As far as I am concerned Skype should admit that the mobile software is still beta and no where near a usable product

MY AT&T TILT - HTC Tytn II - Works Excellent on SKYPE... wifi or AT&T 3G.

I did the battery adjustment above. I have not tried my bt headset again since making this change.

Just thought I'd put it out there.

Terry




This post has been edited by Broadbent: Mon Jan 21 2008, 23:34

[size=7] bad news i have brought 2 tytn ii's and have installed SKYPE ver 2.2.0.37 on BOTH units and have experienced this "choppy" sound quality aswell

BUT I HAVE gone for testing angles and think i have FOUND a problem that MIGHT help every one out there and those who seek to FIX it

TURN OFF THE PHONE SECTION OF THE TYTN AND SOUND "Q" IS GREAT
so if you want skype to work BEST dont use the PHONE part thus releasing the CPU from its MAIN job
this allows the CPU to focus on skype
or try running a cpu little version

it works but it does invalidated the point of a phone/pda

find a fix for THAT skype techs

ps dont forget to turn phone ON when finished hehe

Hi there,

I am ready to buy tytn 2, what I read here a little disappoint me. I have few questions for who has experience:
- Do the video call function work in skype and tytn 2?
- Do still have problems with the sound?

If still have problems is it possible somebody to recommend me which HTC to buy to be able to make video call with skype

Thanks in advance

Nasko

Hi there,

I am ready to buy tytn 2, what I read here a little disappoint me. I have few questions for who has experience:
- Do the video call function work in skype and tytn 2?
- Do still have problems with the sound?

If still have problems is it possible somebody to recommend me which HTC to buy to be able to make video call with skype

Thanks in advance

Nasko

If you are into buying HTC device make sure you read this post and related links
http://cs.rthand.com/blogs/blog_with_right...-customers.aspx

Thanks guys for taking the time to detail your problems, I will forward them to the team working on this.
Just to sum up some of the info that is already out there but keeps comming up.
1. The speakerphone issue. Windows Mobile doesn't allow any third party application (maybe with hacks, I don't know) to access the front speaker (earpiece), thus the only available speaker for skype to use is the rear one. Use a wired headset instead! (Bluetooth not being supported is a known issue)

Hi Péter,

Is bluetooth issue being worked on? Is there a fix comming? And if yes then when?

Thanks

Hi there,

I am ready to buy tytn 2, what I read here a little disappoint me. I have few questions for who has experience:
- Do the video call function work in skype and tytn 2?
- Do still have problems with the sound?

If still have problems is it possible somebody to recommend me which HTC to buy to be able to make video call with skype

Thanks in advance

Nasko

Hi,
Skype for Windows Mobile hasn't got video call support at this time. You need the PC version to make such a call.
Sound quality seems to vary. What we know so far is that adjusting power of wifi reception to best performance helps a lot, also I read here that turning of phone also helps (Thanks for info "a mad hacker")

Is bluetooth issue being worked on? Is there a fix comming? And if yes then when?

I don't know the answer to your questions, and even if I did, I couldn't tell. Sorry

Best regards,

1. The speakerphone issue. Windows Mobile doesn't allow any third party application (maybe with hacks, I don't know) to access the front speaker (earpiece), thus the only available speaker for skype to use is the rear one.

Using Skype on my TyTN II uses the speaker phone, but using it on a Samsung i616 (BlackJack 2) works nicely with the earpiece speaker. Any reason why the WM Standard version can use the earpiece speaker or is it just the device?

Using Skype on my TyTN II uses the speaker phone, but using it on a Samsung i616 (BlackJack 2) works nicely with the earpiece speaker. Any reason why the WM Standard version can use the earpiece speaker or is it just the device?

There are certain phones that work because the OEM (Manufacturer) enabled access.

There are certain phones that work because the OEM (Manufacturer) enabled access.

Indeed. It all depends on OEM. Go figure. I would expect this a part of WM (option to select output speaker that is) but no, OEM has to provide it.

hello!i have a htc tynt2 and i have installed skype program.i bought some credits but i have a problem.when i call someone the income voice(the voice from the person that i call)comes from the megaphone..how can i fix it.how can i hear her or him just like when i call as a mobile phone and not from htc's megaphone? please help

Hey guys...
I'm gonna ask a very stupid question.. but I'm sooo newbie not at skype but at windows mobile.
I'm using an AT&T TILT - HTC Tytn II, but not with the at&t service.

Anyway I don't have connectivity problems yet... my problem is that I can't install the software..
It says that is not a pocket pc application...

First I've made a mistake and I've downloaded the smartphone version, but then I've downloaded the windows mobile.. and I get the same error.

Please help me.

Thanks in advance...

Anyway I don't have connectivity problems yet... my problem is that I can't install the software..
It says that is not a pocket pc application...

The .exe installation file must be run from a Windows PC with your device connected with ActiveSync. You can also download the .CAB installation file and run it directly from your device.

The .exe installation file must be run from a Windows PC with your device connected with ActiveSync. You can also download the .CAB installation file and run it directly from your device.

Ups sorry

Hello all,

Because I will be staying outside my country I would like to reduce my calls by using Skype. After downloading the SkypeforPocketPC my TyTN II gives an error when trying to install which says: 'SkypeforPocketPC' is not a valid Pocket PC application. Has enyone got any sollutions?

Thanks,


Haplo

Hi Gang,

Update on the HTC TYTN II issues you're all having...

I was having the same problem with my phone, choppy calls, no bluetooth support, speaker phone simply didn't work and the voice stuff just didn't work I was using the Version: 2.2.0.37 Release date: November 7, 2007 latest release...

So I installed a beta of skype I got a little while back: v2.2.0.18

Also I installed the bluemusic 2.0 mentioned at http://www.teksoftco.com/

This latest version seems to work better than the previous Bluemusic I used before ( aq lot better) which was also v2.0 - there's something different with this one even though Teksoft doesn't give it a different version...

So good news, all my calls are clear and work with Bluetooth as well - over 3G.

Hope this helps.

Max

Is there any way to use the front camera of the htc tytn II in skype to make video calls?
this would be a great add to the aplication

Is there any way to use the front camera of the htc tytn II in skype to make video calls?
this would be a great add to the aplication

currently there is no such option.
Regards,

I am na owner of a HTC TyTN II aswell, and in my opinion the only "issues" for me, using "Skype for Windows Mobile" is the already mentioned "Loudspeaker only" (and no earpiece)

I agree too that it would be a great thing if there could be a video-support for WM devices with camera(s) but i would much rather have support for sending SMS from skype on my WM device.

Why would i need skype-SMS when the phone neccesarily have SMS? Mostly becasue i an often sending international SMS, and often when sending from my older cellphones (or from the phone-part of my TyTN II) the SMS would never arrive. But if I send the SMS from skype on my computer, they would arrive safely, and pretty fast too.

Now the speaker issue would perhaps be difficult to solve from what i hear (due to the thoughtlessness and license-hungry OEMs) but if i could send SMS from WMskype I owuld be overjoyed, and also i would truly have a way to bring skype with me on the go. Then I could just buy some bluetooth headset or so for the calls.


Any chance of seeing SkypeSMS on WM though? I don´t recon it should be too much of a challenge, considering it would not need any OEM-limited speakers?


-Thanks for any insight!

in addition to setting the power to "best performance" and turning off the phone, I found using the "mute" quiets the sampling noise/clipping

a pain in the...... butt it improves the sound a bit more

This post has been edited by fl-atv: Wed Mar 26 2008, 01:39

MY AT&T TILT - HTC Tytn II - Works Excellent on SKYPE... wifi or AT&T 3G.

I did the battery adjustment above. I have not tried my bt headset again since making this change.

Just thought I'd put it out there.

Terry

Terry, how did you get the sound to work. I make calls fine, but cannot hear anything. My calls are completed on the other end, but nothing can be heard. It is, like my mic and speaker are on mute. My titian has not sound adjustments. Any help is thanks. guy

I had the same problems on my htc touch cruise, one thing to say, if you got the GPRS monitoring tool with your device : GET RID OF IT. It slowed down my connection for a month, and after i deleted it, my voip & skype apps worked like a charm on a 3g network.

Had the same problem with choppy audio on a Cingular 8525 with WM 6.1 using a WiFi "g" home wireless network and Skype 2.2. Downloaded version 2.1.0.65 cab file and launched it on the device and it works like a champ. I've made multiple calls to the test line with could results and two calls to landlines in Italy with good results.

The website I used is

LINK REMOVED

Godd luck all!

Had the same problem with choppy audio on a Cingular 8525 with WM 6.1 using a WiFi "g" home wireless network and Skype 2.2. Downloaded version 2.1.0.65 cab file and launched it on the device and it works like a champ. I've made multiple calls to the test line with could results and two calls to landlines in Italy with good results.

The website I used is

LINK REMOVED

Godd luck all!

I specifically said that I don't mind that you guys share links privately, but I explained that due to legal reasons I cannot allow link to pre 2.2 versions.

I specifically said that I don't mind that you guys share links privately, but I explained that due to legal reasons I cannot allow link to pre 2.2 versions.

Hi, I have been trying refusly to get skype to work even half decently on my tytnII, so far I have tried all of the mentioned things pretty much:

Close all running programs
Disable the phone
Disable WiFi security (not always going to be an option)
Use headset

All of these makes the test woman talk more proper, but my voice stil isn't anywhere near good enough.
However, if an older version works, which makes sense, since skype has been around for ages, and the TYTN II is much faster than some of the older phones around at that time, then please, somebody send a link, perhaps Skype should post the link for those having problems?

Ok you guys are at least using skype. I'm using the TYTNII with WM 6.1 and i can not even open skype after i install it. "a problem has occured with skype" well duh lol. Error "could not start skype" double duh...

Has any of you guys/girs experienced this and how do you go around this one?

got same problem: "SkypeForPocketPC is not valid aplication for Pocket PC (for exe file).
When I downoloaded cab file, installation was successful, but when starting skype such a messahe appears: "Couldn't find all the neccessary files to start Skype. Please try to install Skype again."

I've tried 3 times....

I couldn't start skype as well using the latest version 2.2 on my HTC TyTN II windows mobile 6.1, The error says that:

A problem has occurred with shell32.exe.

Please tell Microsoft about this problem, at no cost to you. The data is used exclusively to improve products.

hi
I have all the same problem now. I had a faulty tytn 2 hand set which orange replaced. The previous handset was fine using skype . The windows version 6.1 , op version 24.181.1.612. Now I have a new hand set , an upgraded op version 24.328.1.610 and experiencing same problems. Installation OK but cannot execute SKYPE application. Where do we go from here?

Hi
Refefence to my last forum reply this is what i have just recieved from SKYPE support. Its not version 6 but the latest operation version of 24.328.1.610
I suspect. So I am afraid we have to wait for the new version to be released.





"Hello David,

Thank you for contacting Skype Support.

Unfortunately latest version of Skype for PPC is not supported on Windows Mobile 6 or higher. Our developers are working on this and hopefully new version will be out soon. At the moment we can't provide you with the exact release date.

Best regards,
Andre
---
Skype Support "

Hi Péter,

I have downloaded Skype for windows mobile on my HTC TYTN II, it installed fine with active sync, but when I try to start it up it gets stuck in the startupscreen.

Should I install the PPC version?

Thanks for helping

Mark

I think you're the one mixing words here.... I've tried Skype on Orange M600, M700 & TYTNii and the quality of the voice connection is pathetic... It continues to lag the longer it runs. I did get it to work on TYTNii with windows mobile 6 but it fails to work with windows mobile 6.1... COME ON SKYPE, GET YOUR ACT TOGETHER AS I'M GETTING FED UP WITH ALL THE EXCUSES!.... MY OTHER SKYPE PHONE IS A PHILIPS VOIP 841 AND IT WORKS GREAT... I WANT THE SAME FROM MY POCKET PC! GET MOVING....

APOLOGIES FOR THE MIXING WORDS BIT... I WAS REPLYING TO A PREVIOUS QUOTE BY THAT GEEK AT THE TOP OF THE PAGE WITH THE DODGY PHOTO!

JUST REALISED....HE WORS FOR SKYPE.... GREAT, PASS ON THE BOLLOCKING TO THE BIG BOSSES AND GET SOMETHING DONE!

I couldn't start skype as well using the latest version 2.2 on my HTC TyTN II windows mobile 6.1, The error says that:

A problem has occurred with shell32.exe.

Please tell Microsoft about this problem, at no cost to you. The data is used exclusively to improve products.

Skype not working on Windows Mobile 6.1 was a known problem as of last week.

Do a search on this forum, the answer is there and this issue is resolved now. Specifically, see posts in this thread:

http://forum.skype.com/index.php?showtopic=112059

Look for all post activity between July 26, 2008 and July 29, 2008. There is a link there for working version of Skype for Windows Mobile 6.1.

Skype for Windows Mobile 2.2.0.45 was just released to solve the issues with Windows Mobile 6.1

You can get it at http://www.skype.com/download/skype/windowsmobile/

Can you please send me a copy of V2.20.18 to bk.cruess@sympatico.ca
I have a HTC 6800 and understand I need that ver. I cant find it anywhere.
Thanks you, Brad

Can anyone help plse. I have a tytnII running WM 6 Professional, CE OS 5.2 1620 Build 18125. When I try and install both of the WM Skype apps I get an error message that these are not pcketpc apps. I see on the forum that there are many problems in getting this working on the tytn. Any suggestions on:
1. Whether I should upgrade my tytnII software
2. Which version of Skype and how to install it
3. Any other tricks to get it working properly.
Many thanks

Skype for Windows Mobile 2.2.0.45 was just released to solve the issues with Windows Mobile 6.1

You can get it at http://www.skype.com/download/skype/windowsmobile/

This version still does not work with the HTC Mogul. I cannot hear the caller and they cannot hear me. I bought a year of Skype because I thought I could use it on my phone, but as it turns out I've been left in the dust for over 4 months.

This post has been edited by kian921: Mon Aug 4 2008, 01:36

Can anyone help plse. I have a tytnII running WM 6 Professional, CE OS 5.2 1620 Build 18125. When I try and install both of the WM Skype apps I get an error message that these are not pcketpc apps. I see on the forum that there are many problems in getting this working on the tytn. Any suggestions on:
1. Whether I should upgrade my tytnII software
2. Which version of Skype and how to install it
3. Any other tricks to get it working properly.
Many thanks

You need to install the Skype for Windows Mobile Pocket PC.

No. Skype does not have a solution as of yet - I have the HTC 6800 and just using Skype I cannot hear the other end, and they cannot hear me. This is over WIFI, and my laptop over the same WIFI connection does work properly.

Skype should just admit, YES there is a problem with sound with the HTC.

Then tell us how and when you intend to fix it. Please?

No. Skype does not have a solution as of yet - I have the HTC 6800 and just using Skype I cannot hear the other end, and they cannot hear me. This is over WIFI, and my laptop over the same WIFI connection does work properly.

Skype should just admit, YES there is a problem with sound with the HTC.

Then tell us how and when you intend to fix it. Please?

As stated in the release notes .45 only fixes the wm6.1 startup issue.
I have forwarded the audio issue that affects the htc mogul.
Regards,

As stated in the release notes .45 only fixes the wm6.1 startup issue.
I have forwarded the audio issue that affects the htc mogul.
Regards,

Hello, I am having issues installing both the Pocket PC and the Smart Phone Skype onto my HTC 8525 (AT&T - Unlocked)... The phone is running on Windows Mobile 5.0 w/ Messaging and Security Feature Pack. Mem - 49.04mb

I am receiving the following errors from both DL packs:

SkypeforPocketPC.exe Error:

'Skype for PocketPC' is not
a valid Pocket PC Application.


I got this phone for the only purpose to use Skype, I got Skype for the same reason to use it on my cell phone... Please help me with this matter.. Thank you...


Edit: BTW, I am not meaning to say that I am trying to run both the PocketPC and Smartphone Skypes on this one phone, I just tried them both to see if either would install...


DM

This post has been edited by 3KGTVR4: Sun Aug 17 2008, 04:35

Hello, I am having issues installing both the Pocket PC and the Smart Phone Skype onto my HTC 8525 (AT&T - Unlocked)... The phone is running on Windows Mobile 5.0 w/ Messaging and Security Feature Pack. Mem - 49.04mb

I am receiving the following errors from both DL packs:

SkypeforPocketPC.exe Error:

'Skype for PocketPC' is not
a valid Pocket PC Application.


I got this phone for the only purpose to use Skype, I got Skype for the same reason to use it on my cell phone... Please help me with this matter.. Thank you...


Edit: BTW, I am not meaning to say that I am trying to run both the PocketPC and Smartphone Skypes on this one phone, I just tried them both to see if either would install...


DM

SkypeforPocketPC.exe must be executed on your PC! You need to have ActiveSync installed and when you connect your phone to PC (with USB or Bluetooth) ActiveSync will install Skype on you phone.
If you want to download and install directly on your phone, you must download the .cab file. This is the same procedure as with any other Windows Mobile application.

Regards,

SkypeforPocketPC.exe must be executed on your PC! You need to have ActiveSync installed and when you connect your phone to PC (with USB or Bluetooth) ActiveSync will install Skype on you phone.
If you want to download and install directly on your phone, you must download the .cab file. This is the same procedure as with any other Windows Mobile application.

Regards,

Is there a Walk Through on how to do this? I am new to all this. I have the ActiveSync installed on my PC, so now what? Again, sorry for being such a Noob, but then again I am just that, lol.

OK, I got the Skype downloaded to my 8525, but when I go to sign on, I get: "Unable to connect to Skype network. Please check your network connection"
Well I have ATTs Unlimited plan and the 3G service and I can get onto the Internet with no problems, so.... What is the issue now???

Thank you!!!

This post has been edited by 3KGTVR4: Mon Aug 18 2008, 15:10

OK, I got the Skype downloaded to my 8525, but when I go to sign on, I get: "Unable to connect to Skype network. Please check your network connection"
Well I have ATTs Unlimited plan and the 3G service and I can get onto the Internet with no problems, so.... What is the issue now???

Thank you!!!

Sorry for getting back to you late, but I see you installed skype succesfully .
Skype presents you a screen at startup in which you can choose, 'wifi only'
or 'wifi and 3g'. You need to choose 'wifi and 3g'. Are you able to connect with any other program to the internet?

Regards,

Sorry for getting back to you late, but I see you installed skype succesfully .
Skype presents you a screen at startup in which you can choose, 'wifi only'
or 'wifi and 3g'. You need to choose 'wifi and 3g'. Are you able to connect with any other program to the internet?

Regards,

Well somehow it finally logged on, but the test call Eco call was VERY CHOPY and that was on the ATT 3G....

Another question, if I have the U.S. Unlimited Subscription Plan then why does it show that I have a $1.00 credit and why is it deduction from this credit and why do I get credit added to the balance of the for mentioned credit??? The other day I had $1.00 in credit, then today I had $1.45 and now I have $1.00 again... Why!?

Thanks for all the Help

3KGTVR4

Well somehow it finally logged on, but the test call Eco call was VERY CHOPY and that was on the ATT 3G....

Another question, if I have the U.S. Unlimited Subscription Plan then why does it show that I have a $1.00 credit and why is it deduction from this credit and why do I get credit added to the balance of the for mentioned credit??? The other day I had $1.00 in credit, then today I had $1.45 and now I have $1.00 again... Why!?

Thanks for all the Help

3KGTVR4

I asked to verify. I can now confirm that you have not been charged. It seems to be a bug in this version's handling of subscriptions. Subscriptions were not arround when this version went gold, since then there were only fixes, no new features.

We are investigating why it is happening like that for you.

I have checked that you were not paying for those calls so on the payments side it's all okay, but the price is being showed out incorrectly.

Note to me 88632.

Hello Peter. I bought a htc TyTN II one month ago, At the moment I couldn’t install and use any Skype version in my device. Could you tell me what I have to do? I read all the commentaries at the forum but I confuse, I’m not a technician and my knowledge isn’t so large. My mobile operator is 3 in Australia.
Thanks in advance
Juan

Hello Peter. I bought a htc TyTN II one month ago, At the moment I couldn’t install and use any Skype version in my device. Could you tell me what I have to do? I read all the commentaries at the forum but I confuse, I’m not a technician and my knowledge isn’t so large. My mobile operator is 3 in Australia.
Thanks in advance
Juan

Download the Skype for Windows Mobile PocketPC .exe file to your computer and start it. If you have activsync installed and the phone connected it will automatically install on your phone.
Regards,

I will keep this question here since this Thread looks like a good place to go for New Users...

Peter,

I am in Florida and we just had a Hurricane, so I am not sure if this is the cause of this issue or not, but I thought I would ask about it none the less...

When I talk to someone on my HTC 8525, regardless of them calling me or I them, they will hear a complete echo of what they had just said... This happens about 4 to 5 sec after the first word... I have tried this and I can verify that there is an echo and it is VERY Clear, meaning no static on repeat... Now on my end, the sound it good (a little muffled), and ZERO echo... Again I am not sure if this is due to weather conditions from the Hurricane, but then again, this issue still persists and the Hurricane was last week...

How can this issue be rectified???

As always, Thanks!

Edit: BTW, my Skype on my Laptop has no Echo at all...

3KGTVR4

This post has been edited by 3KGTVR4: Tue Aug 26 2008, 02:33

I do have another issue...

When I use Skype with my 8525, the sound it relaid through the Speaker Phone and not the Ear Speaker... How do I route it to the Ear Speaker or can you even answer this being that it is a Hardware issue...


3KGTVR4

Hello Peter and all you folks!

This thread is intend for htc tyntII I know, but after reading all the post, I've noticed too much semblances with my 2 months old HTC touch.

I've been trying using skype since the first day I purchased this phone, getting generally bad performance.

My English isn't that good, you may have noticed so let me explain with examples my experiences so far:

- My cellphone cpu is a omap 200mhz, running at 260mhz almost all time. 128 mb memory
- windows mobile pro 6.0
- skype 2.2.0.38 for pocketpc
- echo canceling OFF. If ON got worst experience.
- all tests with WIFI at my work or at home. No edge/3g testing

tested clock:
100 mhz: skype freezes on calling test
200 mhz: lot of interruptions
260 mhz: less sound interruptions. usable

Calling to (@ 260mhz)

- skype to skype: working fine, calling a desktop computer at same city I am. By the way, I'm in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

- skype to skype: calling a friend's macbook in Vancouver-Canada: too much interruptions. better if we talk like a walk-talk, one speaking and the other just listening, waiting his time. some echo and delay

- skype to landline: the same above. Speaking with my brother who lives at a city 130km far from here is almost impossible. Sound not bad, no noise but to much interruptions. My brother said there was too much echo, but I didn't get no one.

- landline to skype: same above. annoying

- test: macbook vs htc. I called to my brother at his landline in his home. First using a macbook. Skype was great, I spoke for half a hour. no noise, no interruption, no delay. Just great. Immediately I call him using my htc: like above again, impracticable.

I've tried a bluetooth headset too, motorola ht820. works fine to listening music, skype stops the music when receiving a call. very good. But the conversation has the same problems.

Well, its a shame. What do you guys think about this? Is HTC a crap? Don't Skype like HTC hardware? Is WM6 the evil itself? Come on skype people! I'm paying 15 bucks for month to you waiting for the time I'll get rid of my cellphone company!

So, thanks you guys for the effort reading my decrepit English. Let me know when any solution or work around is found!

Regards..

Mauricio

This post has been edited by mtrivelin: Tue Aug 26 2008, 03:48

I do have another issue...

When I use Skype with my 8525, the sound it relaid through the Speaker Phone and not the Ear Speaker... How do I route it to the Ear Speaker or can you even answer this being that it is a Hardware issue...


3KGTVR4

God, I pity that poor Peter bloke. Why don't you read the thread before posting?

1) The ear-speaker cannot be accessed by Skype due to Windows Mobile limitations.
2) The microphone on your Tytn is at the bottom of the phone and works just as well from either side.
3) So why don't you just turn your phone around and put the speaker to your ear?

Hi All, I have read all the comments and very confused. Does Skype work or not and if so why does the new version on the internet not download. It keeps on saying "SkypeforpocketPC is not a valid pocket PC application" Can you please help. I have a HTC TyTN II Pro.

Thanks

God, I pity that poor Peter bloke. Why don't you read the thread before posting?

1) The ear-speaker cannot be accessed by Skype due to Windows Mobile limitations.
2) The microphone on your Tytn is at the bottom of the phone and works just as well from either side.
3) So why don't you just turn your phone around and put the speaker to your ear?

Well congrats on making yourself look like a Prick on your very first post, you Mommy must be proud...

If I would have seen the info, I would not have asked... I know that Skype can not be accessed via the BT, but I have not seen anything on the Ear Speaker issue... Oh and Jackass, I did search...

3KGTVR4

Please stop the name calling otherwise I will have to close this topic, thanks.

I will try to answer each question.
Regarding Echo. Hurricane is definately not the problem. If you are hearing the echo then the problem is on the other side. If it's a skype2skype call, ask them to use a headset or reduce speaker volume.
Regarding speaker issue, it is true that I have answer this in forum more times than I can remember. WM limits Skype in accessing speaker.

@mtrivelin: cpu is definately an issue and 260 is pretty low, but it is not the only issue, what internet connection do you use with htc? if wifi try setting to max performance. Also turn off echo cancelling in skype options, use a headset. At this time Skype on desktop will result in better quality every time due to the better audio engine (is is more cpu intensive too)
@Josh: thanks, I'll manage .
Farhanee: make sure you use the .cab file directly on you pocketpc or the .exe file on you computer, not the exe on pocketpc!

Regards,

Please stop the name calling otherwise I will have to close this topic, thanks.

I will try to answer each question.
Regarding Echo. Hurricane is definately not the problem. If you are hearing the echo then the problem is on the other side. If it's a skype2skype call, ask them to use a headset or reduce speaker volume.
Regarding speaker issue, it is true that I have answer this in forum more times than I can remember. WM limits Skype in accessing speaker.


Regards,

Thank you good sir, I concede and will watch myself

As for the echo, you misunderstood me or I may have not made myself clear, sorry about that.

The issue is, when someone calls me or I call them, THEY here a very clear echo of what they had just said; this happens aprox 4 to 5 sec after they begin to speak. It does not matter who calls me (meaning this issue happens to anyone I call or who calls me), the issue effects all calls on the receivers side.

Please help rectify this issue because the ONLY reason I got Skpye and the HTC was to drop my voice with ATT and run Data Only and then use Skype for my calls.


Thanks as always Peter and again, I apologies for my outburst


3KGTVR4

As for the echo, you misunderstood me or I may have not made myself clear, sorry about that.

The issue is, when someone calls me or I call them, THEY here a very clear echo of what they had just said; this happens aprox 4 to 5 sec after they begin to speak. It does not matter who calls me (meaning this issue happens to anyone I call or who calls me), the issue effects all calls on the receivers side.

Please help rectify this issue because the ONLY reason I got Skpye and the HTC was to drop my voice with ATT and run Data Only and then use Skype for my calls.

3KGTVR4

Oh ok, sorry for missunderstanding.
Do you use a wired headset? You should. Echo is an unfortunate sideeffect of the lack of access to the front speaker.
Regards,

Oh ok, sorry for missunderstanding.
Do you use a wired headset? You should. Echo is an unfortunate sideeffect of the lack of access to the front speaker.
Regards,

Thank you Peter for getting back. Yeah I figured out that it was the mic on the phone picking up the callers voice from the speaker phone and reverbing it back to them, lol... I have just been so busy with school, that I was not able to update the thread with my findings...

BTW, I know that BT is not really supported right now, but I have been reading that some are having success with using their BT with Skype calls... I have the Jabra BT800 (1.2 - I think), and it was considered the most advanced BT like 2 years ago IIRC, and it will pick up the call when in Skype, but the drop it with in seconds... What BT are you guys using that are having success with Skype calls!!?? I am assuming that the 2.0 2.1+EDR is what is being used successfully...

Again, I know that BT's are not supported, but I know that people are having success using them...

3KGTVR4

I'm having trouble using Skype on my TyTn II. I'm seeing a problem I haven't seen a solution for in this thread.

I've loaded the latest version of Skype for Win Mobile 6 (even tried the pro version for 6.1) but I still get a "Unable to connect to Skype Network. Please check your network connection".

I know I'm connected using WIFI since the browser works great as does my Slingbox connection. Any thoughts would be appreciated.

I'm in CA using ATT Unlimited 3G as well. No problems with other aps either on 3G or wifi. Also, I never saw a setup screen that asks if I want to use 3G, WiFi or both as was indicated in another reply.

This post has been edited by RonEB: Fri Sep 5 2008, 09:08

I think it has somthing to do with your network\router configurations.
I have the same problem at home although it works fine at the cofeeshop wireless wifi.

If you find an answer, I will be happy to know about it.
Thank,
Rami.

Also, I never saw a setup screen that asks if I want to use 3G, WiFi or both as was indicated in another reply.

This can be also accessed in options.

Does it work for you on 3G? and only having problems with wifi?

This can be also accessed in options.

Does it work for you on 3G? and only having problems with wifi?

I can't get access with either 3G or WiFi. Browser works fine for either.

When I open Skype, I get one screen that has the Sign In information. On the bottom of the screen are "Sign In" and "Quit". There is no "Options" menu.

Can you confirm which version I should be downloading and installing? Pro or non-pro for the Tytn II.

I'm guessing that the Skype application is not getting access to the network via either service (3G or Wifi). Is there a way to check this?

Thanks for the help...

I can't get access with either 3G or WiFi. Browser works fine for either.

When I open Skype, I get one screen that has the Sign In information. On the bottom of the screen are "Sign In" and "Quit". There is no "Options" menu.

Can you confirm which version I should be downloading and installing? Pro or non-pro for the Tytn II.

I'm guessing that the Skype application is not getting access to the network via either service (3G or Wifi). Is there a way to check this?

Thanks for the help...

Yes, options menu is not there before you manage to sign in.
I suggest you quit Skype, delete Skype folder from Application Data, then start Skype again. Now there should be a screen with a combobox, with wifi only selected as default. choose wifi and 3G.
This of course won't solve the problem with the wifi connection but should let you use 3g.
Have you tried it with any other wifi router?
Regards,

Thanks for the help Peter. I did what you said, deleted the Skype folder (actually did this 3 times), fiddled, fiddled a bit more and now magically it worked. Had to reset the phone. Had to reload the network properties. Had to turn off wifi. Restart again. Then it worked on 3G. Turned on wifi. Now it works with either. Can't really say exactly what the cause was, but I'm a happy camper now.

I'm off to Skype someone, just for fun!

Thanks for the help Peter. I did what you said, deleted the Skype folder (actually did this 3 times), fiddled, fiddled a bit more and now magically it worked. Had to reset the phone. Had to reload the network properties. Had to turn off wifi. Restart again. Then it worked on 3G. Turned on wifi. Now it works with either. Can't really say exactly what the cause was, but I'm a happy camper now.

I'm off to Skype someone, just for fun!

Glad it worked, thanks for reporting back. Interesting that wifi started to work too .
Regards,

Hi, Is it possible a videoskype with the HTC TyTN II ?
Thanks.

Unfortunately it is not possible.

Hi all, ,

I have a problem with Skype ( and or ) with my Tytn II. when I make a call on skype to a land line or cell phone,
1- it takes a lot of time to ring, on the other side.
2- when the other party answers, I hear nothing, and they hear nothing !!!
First, i hought it is the connection, but when i connected via WIFI i got the same problem.
I am using WM 6.0 and skype 2.2

Please help

Hi all, ,

I have a problem with Skype ( and or ) with my Tytn II. when I make a call on skype to a land line or cell phone,
1- it takes a lot of time to ring, on the other side.
2- when the other party answers, I hear nothing, and they hear nothing !!!
First, i hought it is the connection, but when i connected via WIFI i got the same problem.
I am using WM 6.0 and skype 2.2

Please help

Did you try to make a Skype2Skype call also? How is that?

I also tried the smartphone version, but that displays pretty blurred (icons don't show, names look weird etc) and sound quality is the same or worse.



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drogen

This post has been edited by RobertPubler: Sat Nov 8 2008, 13:16

Im still confused. Is there, or is there not, a fix for Skype on Tytn II so it does not always play through the Speakerphone?

Im still confused. Is there, or is there not, a fix for Skype on Tytn II so it does not always play through the Speakerphone?

There isn't any fix, any change needs to come from HTC.

When I downoloaded cab file, installation was successful, but when starting skype such a messahe appears: "Couldn't find all the neccessary files to start Skype. Please try to install Skype again."

I've tried 3 times....

This was a problem noted back in July and I have the same issue now on a TyTN 2 straight out of the box.
I've had at least 6 attempts to reinstall (direct to TyTn from WiFi, Via Active Synch, different versions..) butI have not found an answer post; Do I need to manually remove the program before reinstalling? What else can I try?
Skype is crucial for my new company and the HTC will have to go back if I can't find a fix.
Thanks
Tim

When I downoloaded cab file, installation was successful, but when starting skype such a messahe appears: "Couldn't find all the neccessary files to start Skype. Please try to install Skype again."

I've tried 3 times....

This was a problem noted back in July and I have the same issue now on a TyTN 2 straight out of the box.
I've had at least 6 attempts to reinstall (direct to TyTn from WiFi, Via Active Synch, different versions..) butI have not found an answer post; Do I need to manually remove the program before reinstalling? What else can I try?
Skype is crucial for my new company and the HTC will have to go back if I can't find a fix.
Thanks
Tim

This was a problem noted back in July and I have the same issue now on a TyTN 2 straight out of the box.
I've had at least 6 attempts to reinstall (direct to TyTn from WiFi, Via Active Synch, different versions..) butI have not found an answer post; Do I need to manually remove the program before reinstalling? What else can I try?
Skype is crucial for my new company and the HTC will have to go back if I can't find a fix.
Thanks
Tim

Hi,

Skype works fine on the tytn II so lets try to figure out what is wrong in your situation.

You say you downloaded the .cab. I presume you downloaded the Pocket PC .cab cause that is the one you need for the tytn II.

Before installing again uninstall Skype from Remove programs and delete all skype files manually. There are 5 files, name starting with skype in windows folder. There is the skype folder in Program files and then the skype folder in application data.

Try installing again. Try to install to memory first not to sd card.

Regards,

Thankyou Péter: I had assumed the TyTn2 was a smartphone; not Pocket PC.

It would be very helpful to have a summary box of the key points for the TyTn2 and Skype. Showing the version recommended, the lack of phone speaker / video capability, success with blutooth devices etc.

This might also reduce the risk of the mud slinging earlier in the thread (both combatants had a point!)

If is part of your remit to make a summary: That would be great. If not: My contribution to the community will be to summarise the 5 pages which took me 2 or 3 hours to digest last night and then post. The problem is some people might follow the whole thread before they get to the summary. How about a 'Read me First' or 'Top tips' at the begining of the thread.

Thanks again

Tim

Thankyou Péter: I had assumed the TyTn2 was a smartphone; not Pocket PC.

It would be very helpful to have a summary box of the key points for the TyTn2 and Skype. Showing the version recommended, the lack of phone speaker / video capability, success with blutooth devices etc.

This might also reduce the risk of the mud slinging earlier in the thread (both combatants had a point!)

If is part of your remit to make a summary: That would be great. If not: My contribution to the community will be to summarise the 5 pages which took me 2 or 3 hours to digest last night and then post. The problem is some people might follow the whole thread before they get to the summary. How about a 'Read me First' or 'Top tips' at the begining of the thread.

Thanks again

Tim

On the download site there is a link:

Not sure what device you have? Find out now

Reading that would have led you to the right version.

Hey, Peter what's your opinion when finally engineers of skype will make it possible video-support for windows mobile ( I want to believe and hope it's going to be soon...) will I need to change my phone which is going to support 4th generation of internet (like WiMax let's say) or mine HTC TYTN ii with 3.5g will be enough?? Thanks

Hey, Peter what's your opinion when finally engineers of skype will make it possible video-support for windows mobile ( I want to believe and hope it's going to be soon...) will I need to change my phone which is going to support 4th generation of internet (like WiMax let's say) or mine HTC TYTN ii with 3.5g will be enough?? Thanks

My personal opinion is that Skype needs to focus on audio right now and get it right for everybody, when the reliability and quality required are good enough we can move into video realm. Again this is my my personal opinion. I can't talk about Skype future plans, sorry.