Skype patches Android client weakness; adds 3G calling

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Last week, we told you about a weakness discovered in Skype’s Android client. The issue stemmed from a combination of incorrect file permissions and lack of encryption usage on the database files used to store contact information, chat history, and more. The company has gone ahead and updated said client, and as an added bonus has included the ability to make VoIP calls via your phone’s 3G data connection. “Calling over your 3G connection is available worldwide – now including the US,” reads the post. We can’t see any reason not to mosey on over to the Android Market and update to the latest version of Skype. The scannable QR code is after the jump.

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7 Comments
  • Anonymous

    Hoorah!

  • Dwd3885

    video?

  • Ted

    Is 3G for Verizon users also?

    • Anonymous

      The Skype app that came bundled with Verizon only works over 3G, providing the amusing result that I had Skype (for Wi-Fi) and Skype Mobile (for 3G) installed.

    • Anonymous

      Yes, finally you can use the REAL Skype for all purposes and get CD-quality audio while on WiFi instead of routing everything through a regular low quality cellular voice call that the Verizon “Skype Mobile” app forced on you.

  • Anonymous

    My Sprint Galaxy Tab, the one that you can’t use as a phone, not makes calls!

  • Anonymous

    Now, if they would make skype work with front video , still waiting for samsung galaxy and my atrix to work!

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