MacBook Pro with OSX 10.8.5 and new Skype Installation

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MacBook Pro with OSX 10.8.5 and new Skype Installation

I have a MacBook Pro with OSX 10.8.5 and would like to install SKYPE now that I have a new granddaughter on the way. I have read all sorts of horror stories about Skype crashing the system with this operating system, etc. I have NOT installed Maverick,but regularly keep all updates installed and up to date. Does anyone know if the problems presented by this OS and Skype have been resolved yet? If I do choose to install Skype (I assume following instructions on the Skype site) is there anything I should watch for or be wary of? I also have a new iPad and hope to use SKYPE on it when travelling.

MacBook Pro, OS X Mountain Lion (10.8.5)

Posted on Jan 21, 2014 7:44 AM

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hands4

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Jan 21, 2014 7:52 AM in response to fotocano

I used Skype on 10.8.5 with no issues and I now use it on Mavericks. I use as my main desktop phone.

I turned off auto update becasue I found they changed too much in each new version.

If this is for Apple-to-Apple device usage, then you might consider using FaceTime: http://www.apple.com/mac/facetime/. FaceTime does not work on PCs or Androids.

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fotocano Author

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Jan 21, 2014 8:26 AM in response to hands4

Thanks, Hands4

WHICH auto update did you turn off, OSX 10.8.5 or Skype?

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hands4

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Jan 21, 2014 8:28 AM in response to fotocano

Skype.

Maintaining up-to-date Apple software is important.

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hands4

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Jan 21, 2014 9:06 AM in response to fotocano

I just updated Skype to the latest release to make sure it still works for me. No problems.

(And they fixed an issue I had reported in a previoius version. Their support staff is responsive.)

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fotocano Author

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Jan 21, 2014 10:16 AM in response to hands4

Thanks so much for all your help. I will try to download later today or tomorrow.🙂

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fotocano Author

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Jan 21, 2014 1:54 PM in response to fotocano

Hi, again.

I wonder if I could ask one more question pertaining to installing Skype on my MacBook? I have the SKYPE app installed on my new iPad Air, which was done by the store technician. Do I somehow sync my iPad and Mac Book SKYPE applications? I have never used SKYPE before, but I understand that you have to set up some sort of an account with user name, password, etc. Do the same user names and password work on both? Is this something I need to do via iTunes, when I sync my two systems together for other things like contacts. photos, music, etc, or do I install one application on my MacBook and a second app (already done) on my iPad?

Thanks again for any assistance.

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hands4

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Jan 21, 2014 2:04 PM in response to fotocano

The answer from the Skype Community forum is you can use a single account, with some caveats.

For example, with a single account you cannot Skype your Mac from your iPad since that would be Skyping yourself.

http://community.skype.com/t5/Mac/Mac-and-an-ipad/m-p/454029/highlight/true#M360 96

I sync my Contacts with Skype. So if, through iCloud, you sync your contacts then they should be synced with Skype in both places.

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fotocano Author

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Jan 22, 2014 9:04 AM in response to hands4

Goodmorning, Hands4

I have tried to install SKYPE on my MacBook Pro, by going to Skype and Download for Macs. It downloads OK into the Downloads folder and I can drag it into my applications folder as per instructions from the Skype site. HOWEVER, when I double click to open it and to sign in, I get a message " Skype cannot be opened because it is from an unidentified developerYour security preferences allow installation of only apps from the Mac App Store and identified developers." 😕 When I push the help button, I see that one has an option to override the security and allow installation. I am nervous to do that as I don't want any viruses, etc. I have tried to go to the MacApp Store, but can only find apps for iPad and iPhone. Can't seem to see any for my laptop.😟

Thanks again for your assistance.

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hands4

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Jan 22, 2014 9:17 AM in response to fotocano

Good morning.

Yes, Mac OS X is a secure operating system that puts up barriers when you download 3rd-party software. If you downloaded it from skype.com then it is safe to installl and run. You just need to get around the Mac OS warning.

Try right clicking on it (option-click) and then pulling down to Open. It should give you another warning which you can bypass.

If that does not work, change your security settings.

 > System Preferences > Security and Privacy

> Unlock, if nessary

> Allow app downoaded from: Mac App Store and identified developers

(With this setting it will still warn you about 3rd-party software.)

Try the open procedure above again.

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fotocano Author

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Jan 22, 2014 10:27 AM in response to hands4

Thanks. I think I have been successful in downloading the application onto my MacBook. Now I need to try to communicate with my son to see if it actually works. Appreciate all your help!🙂

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Jul 18, 2014 4:56 PM in response to fotocano

Is there any one who can help me to resolve Skype log in issue please? Skype didn't recognize your sign in details (Macbook Air) help please

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