Skype has recently released Skype version 5.5.0.119, which – finally – fixes the bug where Skype Home appears every time the program launches. If you downloaded the KillSkypeHome applet, you’ll now need to remove that from your system after installing the update. The update is available through Skype’s own update system, or from FileHippo.
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Oct
08
2011
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Oct
02
2011
we7 moves to “radio” service, proves there’s no money in music streaming
On Thursday (29/9/11), we7 converted it’s free service to a “radio” service – being the latest online music service to do so. It follows Spotify, who moved to limited music streaming in April. The new service for free users allows up to 50 “on-demand” tracks per month, and then a limited radio service. Premium and …
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Sep
24
2011
giffgaff to launch new data-only goodybags on October 17th
giffgaff has recently announced that it will, on October 10th 17th, be launching it’s latest service – data only goodybags. These goodybags will be destined for iPad, tablet and mi-fi users who like to use their mobile connection to provide internet to other devices. Tethering will be permitted with these special goodybags. Users may be required …
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