Skype 5.4 goes Beta with Facebook Integration

Skype 5.4 beta available

from The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) by Erica Sadun

Skype Beta 5.4 was made available last week with more Facebook integration. For the most part, TUAW isn't comprised of big Skype users. Skype came under fire with a redesign in version 5. Our beloved leader, Victor, is still on version 2.8 -- or as he puts it, "2.8 FOR LIFE."

As the Mac beta page notes, "Exclusive to Skype - make video and voice calls, as well as send instant messages, to all your Facebook friends direct from Skype."

Personally, I only use Skype whenever I need to place overseas calls or participate on non-TUAW talkcasts. I just want to be able to connect, set up my headphone and mic prefs, and participate. So long as Skype does that, I'm happy.

I'm pleased to report that the new beta does that. The continuing Facebook integration is simply a shortcut for those who only contact certain people through Facebook.

As for the rest of the features? You can check them out on the beta home page.

Skype 5.4 beta available originally appeared on TUAW - The Unofficial Apple Weblog on Tue, 22 Nov 2011 11:31:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

iPhone 4 - ATT vs VERIZON

iPhone 4 - ATT vs VERIZON
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Let's cut to the chase, . . . . which one?

Barack Obama :: It's Time For A Change (damn right it is!)

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I'm glad to see he isn't unemployed. I wonder who he works for? His job looks like fun. I wonder if it's hard work?
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Does this guy look like he's sitting in a chair reserved for this great country's 'Commander In Chief'? Folks, This isn't a paparazzi photo; this is actually one of a ton of photos published by The White House directly that makes me realize how scary it is that our country let's this guy into office when we need a real leader the most.

Seriously, I'm not kidding. Go on over to Flickr & see the official photos updated regularly of him just feeding off of our tax money:

http://dzurl.info/B-Diddy
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So how did he get where he is today?
Smooth talker? Fine, I'll give him that.President? I told you once & I'll say it again; anyone who voted for him had it coming.
I never even once had even an ounce of faith that he has what this country needs. Hope is nice. Dreams are nice too. But everyone needs jobs, not more time to sleep & dream about hope.

I have one word that every great President can say they exemplify: 'Kahunas'. He just doesn't fit the bill; and really never did.

And if you are one of those people who is reading this & saying that I'm hating because he's black, then you're part of the problem. The only reason he's in office is because he's black. Otherwise, he may have had tied with Ralph Nader.
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AT&T - A Hostage Situation

@culturedcode Your iPad application looks nice, but I'm disappointed you didn't reward your loyal customers. Read: http://bit.ly/bApi7k

Earl and Tiger Woods - Nike Commercial

Earl and Tiger Woods - Nike Commercial
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What has been getting the most attention over any commercial in recent events, I believe this Nike commercial is more than optimally effective.

Way to go.

@FDawli I love the new profile picture!

Death Facts - You can't hide from the truth

Death Facts
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Death can be a scary thing to think about. But facts are facts.

Mapathy - Are You Suffering From It?

Mapathy - Are You Suffering From It?
Originally uploaded by FireFish45

This is really good news! March 30, 2010 - better news than the iPad!

White Room performed live in one of the most unbelievable shows I’ve seen Eric Clapton with Cream, his original band.