Skype Video chat on XOOM? Other recommendations? (Skype now compatible w/Xoom)

Don S · January 29th, 2011, 07:55 PM

So we saw the Google video chat previewed in the teaser videos and at CES on the XOOM. Does anyone know if Skype video chat will be available on the XOOM? I have heard that Skype is working on releasing a Android video chat for Android soon, and I thought I heard it would be on the Motorola Droid Bionic (another Verizon Motorola device). So I was hopeful that it would land on the XOOM as well, but I haven't heard anything.

If Skype is not available for the XOOM initially, what other video chatting solutions for the XOOM exist that you would recommend - besides the Google video chat. I have never used video chatting before and would be looking for a XOOM ----> Windows desktop PC video chatting experience. So the client used would need to have a Windows client interface as well.

Lastly, does the Google video chat on a PC (from Gmail) work outside of a Chrome browser? As in , does it work from Firefox or IE as well?

Thanks in advance for your help.

frenzy757 · January 30th, 2011, 10:48 AM

use Gtalk video client...

I use it for IM and will use it for video chat because you can talk with anyone who has Gtalk whether they are on their phone or computer...and yes it works with browsers outside of chrome.

Don S · January 30th, 2011, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by frenzy757

use Gtalk video client...

I use it for IM and will use it for video chat because you can talk with anyone who has Gtalk whether they are on their phone or computer...and yes it works with browsers outside of chrome.

Thanks, but again I was looking for a solution other than the Google client if possible. Do you happen to at least know if the Google client will work on IE or Firefox?

frenzy757 · January 30th, 2011, 10:55 AM

yea I just said it works on browsers outside of Chrome.

So IE, FF will be able to communicate with you if you are on your PC on chrome....AND it will work with you if you are on your tablet.

Don S · January 30th, 2011, 01:19 PM

Sorry , missed that part. Great, thanks. That solution then could work for me if there is no Skype mobile video.

Thanks!

frenzy757 · January 30th, 2011, 01:47 PM

yup np

Don S · February 9th, 2011, 02:35 PM

Someone mentioned Tango Video calling the other day. Does anyone know if that is a good video calling app that would work well with the XOOM?

iu3939 · February 20th, 2011, 01:50 PM

Will skype video evendtually work on the xoom?

JediJesus · February 20th, 2011, 04:03 PM

I would think so but I don't know for sure. I'm hoping since Skype bought Qik they will implement it into android.

rjoudrey · February 20th, 2011, 07:27 PM

Maybe the better for us that people don't know.

wnrussell · February 25th, 2011, 03:43 PM

Skype isn't working on Xoom.

Cincybearcatfan · February 25th, 2011, 11:46 PM

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Originally Posted by wnrussell

Skype isn't working on Xoom.

skype chat works on xoom, but no video. I'm going to try Fring.

marctronixx · February 26th, 2011, 01:56 AM

try yahoo messenger...

Don S · February 26th, 2011, 02:28 AM

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Originally Posted by marctronixx

try yahoo messenger...

Ooh, good call. I will try that tomorrow. Time for bed now. Too much XOOM time today !

Don S · February 26th, 2011, 02:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Cincybearcatfan

skype chat works on xoom, but no video. I'm going to try Fring.

I've heard Fring works, but I am looking for a Tablet to PC client. I don't think Fring, Tango, etc have PC clients yet. Will be trying Yahoo messenger tomorrow though.

Don S · February 26th, 2011, 08:40 AM

Looks like Yahoo Messenger is not available for the XOOM. Doesn't show up in the market.

So, from what I can tell Gtalk is - right now - the only single client to video chat from the XOOM to a PC it seems. I hope other providers update their clients soon.

c1808us · February 26th, 2011, 06:20 PM

ive been using yahoo messenger with video chat on my xoom with no problem

PaulG1488 · February 26th, 2011, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by c1808us

ive been using yahoo messenger with video chat on my xoom with no problem

Any chance u can pm the apk for the messenger and video plugin thanks in advance

c1808us · February 26th, 2011, 07:05 PM

just load into your xoom and it installs on its own

PaulG1488 · February 26th, 2011, 07:21 PM

I installed apks but when I click on messenger it tells me to update it but I can't find it in the market

Don S · February 26th, 2011, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by c1808us

just load into your xoom and it installs on its own

thanks! This didn't work for me though. When I tried opening Yahoo Messenger, it told me that the video addon was not compatible, and that I needed to upgrade to Yahoo mobile 1.10, pointed me to a update, which was then non-existent from the XOOM in the marketplace .. :-(

Getting a bit frustrated with all this honestly. I wish someone could make a compatible client. I know it's early in Honeycomb and I need to be patient...

marctronixx · February 26th, 2011, 07:36 PM

^^^cost of being an early adopter.. patience my friend..

c1808us · February 26th, 2011, 07:38 PM

just hit the home tab on the tablet and then open the app again it will load up

Don S · February 26th, 2011, 07:57 PM

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Originally Posted by c1808us

just hit the home tab on the tablet and then open the app again it will load up

I tried 3 times now, no luck still. Same issue. Saying addon is not compatible. Fails to open.

c1808us · February 26th, 2011, 08:07 PM

sorry guys dont know what to tell you i did the same thing on my droid x also

PaulG1488 · February 26th, 2011, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by c1808us

just hit the home tab on the tablet and then open the app again it will load up

Just tried this and it loaded up fine thanks alot

marctronixx · February 26th, 2011, 08:57 PM

reboot the tablet and try again...

Don S · February 26th, 2011, 09:06 PM

Yup, rebooted a few times, uninstalled/reinstalled the .apks. The main is version 1.1, the addon is version 1.0 and it continues to error because of this. Maybe I'll try to hunt down more recent .apks . Not sure why it does work for everyone else but me though ... Oh well ..

wnrussell · February 26th, 2011, 10:55 PM

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Originally Posted by c1808us

ive been using yahoo messenger with video chat on my xoom with no problem

Google Talk better.

Plakius · February 28th, 2011, 12:27 AM

Why would you prefer yahoo messenger over gchat native app? .. Especially since you're going from Xoom to Pc .. It works flawlessly and everyone has a google email ... I could see finding an alternative to be used with Xoom to iOs ... That is more of where the video chat problem lies

Don S · February 28th, 2011, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Plakius

Why would you prefer yahoo messenger over gchat native app? .. Especially since you're going from Xoom to Pc .. It works flawlessly and everyone has a google email ... I could see finding an alternative to be used with Xoom to iOs ... That is more of where the video chat problem lies

I am not sure if you are referencing me or not. If so .. I don't prefer any client actually. There is only 1 viable client now I see - Gtalk. It is not flawless for me however, and not everyone I know uses Gmail either. I am looking for a more universal client such as skype or even Yahoo, etc .. I am sure they will come over time, I just have to be patient ..

Plakius · February 28th, 2011, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Don S

I am not sure if you are referencing me or not. If so .. I don't prefer any client actually. There is only 1 viable client now I see - Gtalk. It is not flawless for me however, and not everyone I know uses Gmail either. I am looking for a more universal client such as skype or even Yahoo, etc .. I am sure they will come over time, I just have to be patient ..

Yes I was asking you... But I see what you are saying and yes I want more outlets also ... I want to be able to video with iPhone and new iPad users ... For me gChat works great from Xoom to my husband's mac but from web page not iChat

Either way you hit the nail on the head when you said "I just have to be patient" but truth be told if we were patient we would have just waited to xoom came out with flash and 4g ... :-)

Dream · February 28th, 2011, 12:00 PM

I use Fring to chat from my Xoom to my wifes iPhone and it works great.

Plakius · February 28th, 2011, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Dream

I use Fring to chat from my Xoom to my wifes iPhone and it works great.

I will try that .. Thanks

noteknight · April 30th, 2011, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Cincybearcatfan

skype chat works on xoom, but no video. I'm going to try Fring.

Hi cincybearcatfan,
i have two questions for you. First questions: how to get skype chat to work on xoom. Second question: what is, "FRING"? Thanks.

3devious · April 30th, 2011, 12:43 PM

He doesn't have a Xoom anymore. When I use it, I just open up the contact and I have the option to call or chat.

cndqt · April 30th, 2011, 10:29 PM

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Originally Posted by c1808us

just load into your xoom and it installs on its own

So... I downloaded this files. It works!! But when I tried using the video chat...my camera is at the back!! there is a "invert" camera on the screen but it wouldn't switch. So if I have to chat with someone I have to flip my Xoom for them to see me but I wouldn't be able to see them.

Is there a way to flip the camera around? There is no other settings that I can go into.

nycebo · May 2nd, 2011, 08:45 AM

Google chat with work with iOSers if they download the vTok app.

twisterallie · July 18th, 2011, 12:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Plakius

Yes I was asking you... But I see what you are saying and yes I want more outlets also ... I want to be able to video with iPhone and new iPad users ... For me gChat works great from Xoom to my husband's mac but from web page not iChat

Either way you hit the nail on the head when you said "I just have to be patient" but truth be told if we were patient we would have just waited to xoom came out with flash and 4g ... :-)

Tango works great between apple-android and will soon support computers.

because skype was bought by microsoft, it will probably never really be available for android. it wasnt even supposed to make it onto the phones but someone jailbroke it

dimitri407 · July 21st, 2011, 09:44 AM

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Originally Posted by twisterallie

Tango works great between apple-android and will soon support computers.

because skype was bought by microsoft, it will probably never really be available for android. it wasnt even supposed to make it onto the phones but someone jailbroke it

You might want to check your facts about Skype for Android. There are already a few android devices that have Skype Video working. The Xoom is just one of those devices yet.

Now as for Tango, did they resolve the issue of the image from the Xoom being upside down?

Randall@Tango · July 25th, 2011, 12:17 PM

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Originally Posted by dimitri407

You might want to check your facts about Skype for Android. There are already a few android devices that have Skype Video working. The Xoom is just one of those devices yet.

Now as for Tango, did they resolve the issue of the image from the Xoom being upside down?

The upside down video issue has been fixed on the Xoom. Please check out the latest version of Tango that is available on the Market

ghodzilla5150 · July 25th, 2011, 11:42 PM

Google Talk works the best if the person on the other end is using Google Chrome. Talked with my kids this way and it's lag free. As long as someone is logged into Gmail on Google Chrome, and it's all good.

namsilat · July 26th, 2011, 12:47 PM

I thought Meebo allows video chat between tablets and PC.

damienfz · July 27th, 2011, 08:58 PM

Tango works right side up on the xoom. Surely Skype will follow.

baygolf · August 2nd, 2011, 04:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Randall@Tango

The upside down video issue has been fixed on the Xoom. Please check out the latest version of Tango that is available on the Market

Which one of these programs will work with WiFi only Xoom. Every time I try to use one of them, it's always looking for a phone #.

Randall@Tango · August 2nd, 2011, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by baygolf

Which one of these programs will work with WiFi only Xoom. Every time I try to use one of them, it's always looking for a phone #.

Currently Tango does require a phone number when registering on some tablets so feel free to register with a landline or a free Google Voice number. Your friends will still be able to find you in Tango through the email address you use to register.

Note - Tango currently requires you to register with a different phone number and email address on each device you wish to Tango on so make sure you don't re-use the same ones if you are registering multiple devices.

mched · August 2nd, 2011, 02:25 PM

I use Fringe.

Don S · August 4th, 2011, 09:48 AM

So today there was a skype annoucement, but I still can't seem to get it running on the XOOM, even though it say 2.2 and up should be able to run it. XOOM is not listed on the supported list, but Skype says it should run on 2.2 and up anyway in their blog.

Anyone have better luck?

Skype - The Big Blog - Skype 2.1 for Android enables video on majority of Android devices

Don S · August 4th, 2011, 10:20 AM

I now can log in to Skype on the XOOM finally, but there is no "setting" in the app to enable video calls that I see. From the blog: "Unfortunately, if you cannot see the video calling settings, it means your Android phone does not meet the minimum requirements needed to make Skype video calls. " Oh well, no skype for the XOOM yet ..

zardoz · August 4th, 2011, 11:20 AM

Brain hurts from all the options. My wife and I have Evo4gs, and I have a Xoom. Is there any video chat option which will work between them? I'm gathering Fring can, but we tried that months ago just between the Evos and weren't impressed - constant voice lag.