Skype 2.8 for Mac OS X
Improve your Skype experience with this
version of Skype for Mac.
In this version
Skype WiFi
Pay as you go WiFi access so you can stay connected wherever you are. Simply pay per minute with Skype Credit.
Screen Sharing
Share what you’re seeing on your computer over a free call. Show someone exactly what you mean instead of typing to explain it.
Also included
Talk free, Skype-to-Skype
It's free to call each other if you all have Skype – wherever you are in the world.
Send IMs, too
Instant message one or more people at the same time for free and send photos, documents and more.
Call and text phones
It's great value to call phones and send texts to people who aren't on Skype yet.
Conference calls
Talk to more than one person at once. It's free if you're all on Skype.
Voicemail
Let Skype take a message when you're not free to talk.
Online Numbers
One number anyone can call you on, wherever you are in the world - and you answer in Skype.
Call forwarding
Forward your Skype calls to any phone you choose when you’re not online.
Screen sharing
Show presentations, photos and more over a Skype call.
Send files
Send documents, video clips or photos - any size - for free.
SMS
Send great rate text messages to friends' mobiles with SMS on Skype.
Free video calls
See each other over live, one-to-one video calls.
System requirements
- Mac OS X v10.3.9 for Panther, Tiger and PowerPC.
- For higher-resolution video a faster processor (Core 2 Duo) and a broadband with at least 384kbps upload speeds.
- 512 MB RAM.
- 100 MB free disk space on your hard drive.
- Either a built-in or external microphone is required for voice calls.
- Either USB or regular headset if your Mac does not have a built-in microphone.
- Download drivers if you are using an external webcam.
- Internet connection – broadband is the best (GPRS is not supported for voice calls).
Technical details
Version 2.8.0.866 File size 44 MB. Official release. Release date: November 29, 2010. File name: Skype_2.8.0.866.dmg
Millions of people use Skype every day
Join millions of people worldwide who are using Skype to keep in touch with each other. You're sure to find people you know on Skype.
Easy to download and install
Simply register, download and install. Skype is also free of spyware or malware.
No emergency calls with Skype
Skype is not a replacement for your telephone and can't be used for emergency calling
