[dogth99]

Oeeration succesfully on BB8900 OS4.6.1.250. Thank. I hope winner key for this app

[arabcamel]

Originally Posted by SHAPE

Yes, IM+ for Skype works in half-duplex mode while making VoIP calls.

This is caused by hardware limitations of Blackberry devices.

That is why you would need to hold left convenience button pressed while talking.

The half-duplex mode is not as bad as some might think. I use to have a nextel phone ages ago so I'm already use to it. For a free international call, there's no room to complain about that.

[ricpac]

I've used this since the day I downloaded this and I must say this app is amazing. My request/s:
(1) make sure all the smileys from the desktop Skype app are included if possible (I want the handshake!) and
(2) when going through menu selections, I just want to use the letter key-presses instead of using the trackball (i.e. when on a menu screen, I can just press the C key to copy etc etc)...

I've been an iSkoot fan before I tried this and with iSkoot, you can't rename contacts which is a pain because I have two contacts with the same first name and they both use it on their Skype app--the reason why I see two Dexters while on iSkoot... Also, the ability to set up custom statuses on IM+ is the winner!

So if we can't win a code, can SHAPE hook us up with a discount?

[arabcamel]

Originally Posted by ricpac

I've used this since the day I downloaded this and I must say this app is amazing. My request/s:
(1) make sure all the smileys from the desktop Skype app are included if possible (I want the handshake!) and
(2) when going through menu selections, I just want to use the letter key-presses instead of using the trackball (i.e. when on a menu screen, I can just press the C key to copy etc etc)...

I've been an iSkoot fan before I tried this and with iSkoot, you can't rename contacts which is a pain because I have two contacts with the same first name and they both use it on their Skype app--the reason why I see two Dexters while on iSkoot... Also, the ability to set up custom statuses on IM+ is the winner!

So if we can't win a code, can SHAPE hook us up with a discount?

They said that all active testers will get a free copy.

[arabcamel]

I noticed an issue last night. When I logged on to make a voip wifi call with one of my contacts, it didn't show him as online but he was logged in right in front of my eyes. Is there a slight lag with the servers when doing this from my cell phone via wifi?

[arabcamel]

Originally Posted by SHAPE

Today SHAPE Services starts beta-testing for IM+ for Skype v. 4.0

We invite you to take part in BETA round of new IM+ for Skype version.
We are adding the exciting feature:free voice communication within Wi-Fi zones.

In order to place the VoIP call please make sure to select proper call type at "Settings" - "General".
Then select the contact from your contact list or "Call" - "Call phone" from the menu.
VoIP functions of IM+ for Skype currently work in half-duplex mode.
Please press left convenient key to talk and release it to hear you interlocutor.
Note that Wi-Fi connection is required to place and receive VoIP calls.

Download the installation for your BlackBerry (works till 8th of December 2009) at

IM+ for Skype :: BlackBerry :: Products
or directly to your Blackberry on our WAP-site
wap.shapeservices.com/skype-beta

You may post your comment here or send them from IM+ for Skype selecting "Help" / "Feedback" from the menu.
When posting your comments in this thread, please specify your Blackberry model, Blackberry OS and wireless carrier.

As usual, active beta-testers will be awarded with license codes.

Waiting for your feedback!

Now that the BETA is complete, when will the final version be released with the wifi Voip functionality?

[SHAPE]

Beta testing of IM+ for Skype is over.

The release is estimated in a few days. Please keep an eye on updates at
IM+ All-in-One Messenger, IM+ for Skype for iPhone, BlackBerry, Windows Mobile, Android, Palm

If you have already purchased the application, you may use IM+ for Skype 3.3.3 for now.
If you haven't purchased the application yet, you may do this on our site:

IM+ for Skype :: BlackBerry :: Products

[arabcamel]

Originally Posted by SHAPE

Beta testing of IM+ for Skype is over.

The release is estimated in a few days. Please keep an eye on updates at
IM+ All-in-One Messenger, IM+ for Skype for iPhone, BlackBerry, Windows Mobile, Android, Palm

If you have already purchased the application, you may use IM+ for Skype 3.3.3 for now.
If you haven't purchased the application yet, you may do this on our site:

IM+ for Skype :: BlackBerry :: Products

How will I know if I will be awarded with a license code as stated in the original post?

[tkao2025]

Does this application work with BES? I read that there were some issues with permissions and just wondering if it was fixed.

[SHAPE]

Originally Posted by arabcamel

How will I know if I will be awarded with a license code as stated in the original post?

We need some time to summarize the results of beta testing.
I will post back in this forum in a few days.

[SHAPE]

Originally Posted by tkao2025

Does this application work with BES? I read that there were some issues with permissions and just wondering if it was fixed.

The application works with BES, but only in callback mode for now.
The permission issues were fixed about a week ago.

Unfortunately there is no possibility to try the 4.x version of the application now. But you will get free 7 days of fully functional trial after IM+ for Skype 4 is released (if you haven't used IM+ for Skype on your Blackberry before).

[arabcamel]

Originally Posted by SHAPE

We need some time to summarize the results of beta testing.
I will post back in this forum in a few days.

thank you

[HaTaX]

Hope the beta testing went well for you guys! Two weeks from beta to actual release says that the beta was quite well put together!

I played with it a little bit and was quite impressed with the voice quality. Using the side button isn't that bad at all for talking, it's a small nuisance in light of the fact that there is currently no other actual VOIP capable app on the BB.

Thanks for the chance to be a tester!

[arabcamel]

Originally Posted by SHAPE

We need some time to summarize the results of beta testing.
I will post back in this forum in a few days.

Any word on this? Sorry, I'm a little anxious!

[arabcamel]

what happened here? was this forgotten about?

[SHAPE]

Sorry for the delays with this release. We had to fix some major issues on our side.

We are glad to inform you that IM+ for Skype 4.0 is now available for download at our site

IM+ for Skype :: BlackBerry :: Download

or

wap.shapeservices.com

[don.new]

I'm getting v.3.3.0 from the download link. My previous version was 3.3.3

EDIT: Another link on their site has 4.0. Took a million years to start on my phone.

[SteveO86]

So.. Is this a VOIP Client?

[don.new]

Originally Posted by SteveO86

So.. Is this a VOIP Client?

Yes finally, but real voip only when connected via WiFi, and conversations are "half-duplex" - that is, push-to-talk, not a regular phone call. I can't wait to try it!

[SteveO86]

If only I had wifi I might give it a shot.. maybe.