I can't update skype

I try two weeks to update skype 2.29.0.7 for lumia 920.....every time i try to install the update i receive the message the app need attention......i try all the solutions i found at microsoft sites but nothing work....what can i do else?please help

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I can't update skype and can't uninstall it. Help!

I use skype quite fequently, but I'm getting annoyed by it:
I keep getting a message every time I start my computer prompting me to update skype. Trouble is I have tried numerous times and every time I try it comes back with an error code and tells me that it can't update it because there is another version of sype still running, saying I need to uninstall that version first.
However I can't uninstall it because 'Skype' is not showing up in my list of programs when I go to the control panel and click 'uninstall a program'.
I've even tried to just delete it from the C drive/program files(86), but that it also won't allow me to do because 'the program is open in another application', even when I've used Task Manager to shut it down.
All in all a massive headache.
Any advice, please!
Solved!
Go to Solution.

Try this Skype removal tool.
http://community.skype.com/t5/Windows-desktop-client/Botched-uninstallment-with-Revo-now-I-can-t-u...
Remember to reboot your computer after running this tool.

I can't uninstall/update skype.(Windows 8.1)

I can't uninstall/Update skype. I can't find it in the control panel, so i installed FixIt but it says i need Framework 2.0 and i have it. Sill not work.I installed the Framework. still not work. And when i install the new update it says another version is installed error code1638 and like i sayd. can't find it in the control panel Please help me...

Run the following removal tool, reboot then try to reinstall the latest verison of Skype:
Removal Tool:
http://www.pcdust.com/Downloads/SRT/SRT.exe
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http://www.skype.com/en/download-skype/skype-for-windows/downloading/

Can't update my old Skype version

cant update my old version to new one it says cant remove the old version what to do

Hi and welcome to the Skype Community,
Please follow the instructions here: https://support.skype.com/en/faq/FA34438/how-do-i-update-my-skype-software-so-i-can-keep-using-skype
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Hi everybody,
I have actually two but probably interrelated problems: First, safari does not start and second, I can not update tiger.
It all started a few days ago on my MacBook (Intel). Somehow, Safari produced an error (I only guess that it was Safari because I was downloading a movie clip) and Tiger was frozen. After rebooting, the whole system had problems (e.g., Safari and Skype were not starting). I tried to reinstall and archive mac os x but with no success. The problems were growing actually even worse (e.g., slow) and at some point in time, Tiger was not even starting. Thus, I did a full new installation of 10.4.8 (delete and install). Afterwards, it worked first but after the automatic software update, the system told me that their was an input/output error (???) during the 10.4.10 update. Afterwards, the whole system had again problems (slow and problems with even booting)!! Thus, the software update made it even worse. So, I did again a full installation (delete and install).
I have to update my 10.4.8 system, because I also have iLife08 that needs at least 10.4.9. However, I don't know what to do to avoid again these update problems??
In addition, despite the full installation, Safari is not starting. Thus, there is still some problems but I have now clue where this comes from as it is newly installed?!
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Crobus

Crobus, welcome, since you are starting from scratch with each re-install why not try Kappy's Extended Hard Drive Preparation.
http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?messageID=5203987&#5203987
Do all steps from 1 thru 6, it is by far a more maintenance oriented than an Erase and Install. After the preparation, install OS 10 from your DVD, then download the OS 10.4.10 Combo Updater.
Joe

I had iphone 3GS. How can I update iOS to 4.5.1 and NOT 6.0.1 (which made it stop working)?

I'm not very tech savy im afraid.
I'm not sure what OS i was using previously, but i made the mistake of letting itunes update to 6.0.1, the phone then restarted and got stuck in reactivate mode. I paid someone to sort it....ended up losing everything, contacts, apps and photos
I didn't realise that the phone is now on iOS 4.1 and I can't seem to get any apps for it (line, skype etc).
So, how can I update to a usable iOS like 4.5?
thanks

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My ipad automatically tried to update skype to version 4.1.1 It has been showing installing for 3 days and says waiting on the icon. It will not allow me to delete the app. When someone calls me on skype it rings but turns off as soon as I try to answer.

My ipad automatically tried to update skype. It has been installing for 3 days and the message waiting is on the icon. I am unable to delete skype to try and re install. I have gone to the licence page but there is nowhere that I can agree the terms as it is still trying to load.

delete the app on itunes (on PC) then download it again.

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Run "pacman -Qo /usr/include/GL/gl.h" to see to which package that file belongs.
Running "pacman -Sf mesa" shouldn't break anything.
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Can't install Skype (6.18), Code 1638

Instead of auto-updating skype, the program manually asked me to install the recent update. When I tried to, it gave me an error saying:
Installing Skype Failed; code 1638
Another version of this product is already installed. Installation of this version cannot continue. To configure or remove the existing version of this product, use Add/Remove Programs in
It didn't even finish the last sentence. I'm running Windows 7 Professional, and tried to unistall the program in the Windows Control Panel, but it didn't show up. I followed the "How can I completely uninstall and then reinstall Skype for Windows Desktop?" guide: https://support.skype.com/en/faq/FA10634/how-can-i-completely-uninstall-and-then-reinstall-skype-for...
I followed it up until I was supposed to run the reinstaller, but it gave me the same error as when I tried to update it before.
I tried doing what it said in this post: http://community.skype.com/t5/Windows-desktop-client/error-1638/m-p/1674543/highlight/true#M157151
I used Program_Install_and_Uninstall troubleshooter, but Skype didn't show up. I chose product is not on the list, and it asked for the product code, which I don't have.
Right now, I don't have any Skype files on my computer that I can find in the registry or on the C: drive, so I don't know what could be left. Hopefully someone can help me.

Cir0_La1 wrote:
I'm not able to install the latest Skype version, pc noticed code 1638 error.
Moreover was impossible to uninstall Skype and I were forced to just cancel the folder.
Solutions?
Thanks,
Ciro
Try to clear any currently installed version using this MS Fix It:
http://support.microsoft.com/mats/Program_Install_and_Uninstall/en
If this will still not help, then try this:
http://community.skype.com/t5/Windows-desktop-client/Impossible-to-install-v6-13-0-104-Error-1603/m-...
Be aware that if you want to install the currently latest 6.18.0.105 version, then you should use this msi-installer link in order to extract the Skype.exe and Login.cab files:
http://download.skype.com/msi/SkypeSetup_6.18.0.105.msi

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How can I uninstall Skype for modern UI from windo...

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I am running the tech preview of windows 10. I exclusively use desktop mode and have Skype for Windows desktop installed. I have never installed Skype for Modern UI. However when I receive an incoming call I get two call answer dialogs, one from the desktop client and one from the modern UI client. I have tried right click the modern UI skype icon in the start menu and choosing uninstall however that only opens the uninstall a program control panel windows. This window only shows the desktop version as being available for uninstallation.
The annoying thing is that after I answer using the desktop cient the modern UI client keeps ringing forever or until I click on the X (close windows) icon in the top right corner of the notification dialog. If I take the call on my win 8 laptop (desktop client) then my desktop modern UI client will continue to ring forever. If I am using my laptop at work and take a call at say 11 am, when I get home at 6 pm the modern UI client is sitting there still ringing from the 11 o'clock call which was answered on a different computer hours before.
I have uninstalled the desktop client from the windows 10 desktop and then used regedit to remove every registry key I can find with skype in it and then re-installed the desktop client but the modern UI client comes back too? Is there anyway to get rid of the modern UI client on windows 10, it is most annoying!

Hi,
Windows 10 Tech Preview is an unsupported platform currently while we at Microsoft are working towards the release of the OS update later this year.
The suggested workaround is indeed to uninstall the "Skype for modern Windows" client and only use "Skype for Windows desktop". If you are struggling with getting the modern client removed please have a look at "Settings -> Apps" and try to remove it there.
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If I'm in Europe, can I use Skype on Droid Charge(via Wi-Fi) to call US phone numbers?

If I'm in Europe, can I use Skype on Droid Charge(via Wi-Fi) to call US phone numbers?
Obviously there's no voice or data roaming for Verizon 3G/4G/CDMA phones in Europe.... (or am I wrong?)
Thanks in advance!

Hello WCMack,
That was a great explanation on the situation. Just to confirm, Europe uses GSM for their wireless network. There are third party apps that will allow you to make calls via wi-fi on a wi-fi enabled device. This is largely due if wi-fi is available and if it's free.
From my experience, I was able to make wi-fi calls on my Iphone 4 in Greece without any problems last month. Since we don't own any towers in Europe, the service is hit or miss. Feel free to update us when you get back.
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Updated Skype, now it does not work

Once MS get hold of anything it stops working. Reason is that the zit faced idiots at MS just happen to know what we the customer wants.
In my case I was advised to update Skype, and ever since I have no skype. If one of the idiots at Skype aka MS reads this perhaps you would do me the courtesy of telling me why you decided to fix something that was not broken. Also how the heck do I get Skype on to my lap top which runs with Windos Vista and almost the whole world knows full well the VISTA WAS, IS and ALWAYS will be C R A P! We also know why you pulled it so quick IBM was going to close you down WORLDWIDE.
So how do I get the super duper new crappy skype to run on my laptop. Reply to my email please.
This post was transferred from its previous location to create its own new topic here; its subject and/or title has been edited to differentiate the post from other inquiries and to reflect the post's content.
We here in the Community are not a branch of Skype Customer Service, and do not have a facility to reply via e-mail.

I wrote in ENGLISH precisely what the problem is. However I shall repeat it in SIMPLE terms:
1. I logged into my Skype account
2. I was told I HAD to DOWNLOAD the LATEST VERSION of SKYPE.
3. I FOLLOWED the download and install instructions.
4. I receieved an ERROR MESSAGE that said it was not valid in the speciified STATE - WE IN ENGLAND DO NOT HAVE STATES.
5. Ever since I have tried several times to download the latest version of SKYPE and it will not install.
6. I have tried to contact SKYPE and get referred to the FAQ's which when I try to find out what is wrong tells me I now NEED to contact Skype which then refers me to the FAQ's - ad infinitum. IN OTHER WORDS I am unable to find an answer nor can I contact the idiots behind the update.
I do not want all the "goodies" that some zit faced idiot has decreed I want. I want to be able to call my sister who lives abroad - I have an email facility so can send any images I want to her that way. I DO NOT HAVE AN I-phone BECAUSE ALL I need is the ability to make a yak-yak call or send an SMS. The mobile phone aka in yank land "Cell phone" is a simple one which is all I need. IF I WANT TO I can send live TV from my home to my friends / relatives by using BIG WHITE MANS MAGIC aka THE WIRELESS by bouncing a radio wave off the F layer of the Ionosphere.
You see I am a qualified electronics engineer, use the computer for serious stuff not games etc., and the ability to make a telephone using the computer is actually my doing - I served in the ROYAL AIR FORCE as an AIR ELECTRONICS OFFICER, know one end of a MORSE KEY from the other, can design a wirelss transmitter to operate at any frequency you can think of including radar and my philosophy is KISS - KEEP IT SIMPLE STUPID.
MY OS is WINDOWS VISTA - home and the latest version of SKYPE is supposed to be compatible. As usual soem idiot decided to fix something that was not broken and give me things I don't need.

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