Skype 2.8 for Mac Hotfix 2
We have just released a new version of Skype 2.8 for Mac to You.
This is a maintenance release and we have fixed with the issues you’ve been telling us about.
We recommend for everyone to update to this newly released build. Start download from here.
With the new build we have mainly fine tuned our support for Snow Leopard and then we have fixed some scenarios where Skype was crashing for users.
Please let us know how you like and what you miss in Skype for Mac. Discuss things on our forums and report issues to our public issue tracker.
Full release notes for the newly released build 2.8.0.851 are:
Known issue:
* ‘My Account’ is not translated into Brazilian Portuguese. Use ‘My Account’ in the web for workaround.
Fixed issues:
* Platform specific: OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard – Skype Access was not working
* Skype occasionally crashed when the host of a conference call would hang up on one participants during the call
* Platform specific: OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard – Users were unable to call phone numbers via their Mac Addressbook
* Platform specific: OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard- Some animated emotions were not displayed correctly
* Skype crashed due to invalid avatars (occurred seldom)
* Users some times experienced an “Unable to mount database” error message when launching Skype.
* Skype crashed when a user quit after opening an authorization missed event
* Platform specific: OS X 10.3 Panther – Occasionally Skype crashed right after an account was created
Why is this not posted int the Mac forum?
Why does my mac running the other hotfix automatically download this new version?
I downloaded 2.8.0.851 on macair w/ snoq leopard. Still get the error of “unable to mount database”. The “fix” seems not to be. What else can I do? I pay for this service (yes I actually do) and would like a resolution.
SOS!!!
I have a Mac OS X VERSION 10.4.11
and when i try to download Skype_2.8.0.851.dmg just before i drag and drop it at the applications folder a window pops up that says:
“The opperation could not be completed because you do not have sufficient privilages for some of the items”.
what does this mean???
i nead to have a newer version than 2.5.0 that i have now because i cannot use the share desktop that i NEED so much for my work.
PLEASE HELP
SOS!!!
I have a Mac OS X VERSION 10.4.11
and when i try to download Skype_2.8.0.851.dmg just before i drag and drop it at the applications folder a window pops up that says:
“The opperation could not be completed because you do not have sufficient privilages for some of the items”.
what does this mean???
i nead to have a newer version than 2.5.0 that i have now because i cannot use the share desktop that i NEED so much for my work.
PLEASE HELP
Hey, currently, on the mac, you cannot make skype not automaticly adjust your audio levels. You can on the windows version. This is necesary functionality IMPO, especially in even slightly loud environments.
Why does Skype say ‘unable to mount database’ when I sign in? I have downloaded the new version and this still persists.
Skype 2.8.0.851 does not fix the problem using the iSight camera for video calls in Mac OS X 10.6. The camera is functioning in Skype Preferences and in PhotoBooth. Although video can be received, it cannot be sent. Will there be a fix for this?
Just downloaded the update because was getting a “Can’t sign in” message because Skype was “unable to mount database”. The problem persists with 2.8.0.851. I have a MacBook Air with OS X 10.6.2.
Help.
PLEASE HELP ME…..
Skype once did work on my computer a few weeks back but not any more? I downloaded the update new 2.8.0.851 on mac air w/snoq leopard. & I have don’t it many times doing everything I have been reading all over the net but yet I still Still get the error of “unable to mount database”. How can I fix this does anyone know? I miss my SKYPE
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Thank you
My Skype wasn’t opening… It was crashin’at the startup, so I’ve updated it to the latest version Skype_2.8.0.851 and it still crashes as I’m starting it up… Any ideas? please email me: igabas@mac.com
thanks a bunch guys!
My girlfriend and i have a problem with my side not receiving her video, although its showing it is running on her side..It sometime starts right up then a minute or two the screen goes black but have volume and can hear her. Does this sound right and is there something simple to fix?
Mac OS X 10.6.2 and Skype 2.8.0.851
Crashes 1 to 2 minutes after startup. It takes down the computer so there is nothing to see in the logs. Any suggestions for where to look for a conflict? I was running Mac OS X 10.6 for a few days with Skype 2.8.0.772 and it seemed to be fine.
Version 2.8.0.851 doesn’t seem like it’s working with PC’s Skype version. Tried skyping others, who owns PCs, and is unable to see their video but they can see mine. Audio is fine.
Version 2.8.0.851 crashes on start up on my MacBook Pro with OS 10.6.2. Version 2.8.0.77 crashed too.
I downloaded 2.8.0.851 on my Mac OS X. But I have “unable to mount database”. What can I do?
Ever since I downloaded the the Mac Hotfix 2, my MBP would freeze and turn into a gradient black screen telling me to restart. It’s really annoying as I have to reboot every time that happens.
Could someone fix this problem, thanks.
Same Problem. Mac Air, Snow Leopard. All the latest updates as of April 2nd. Deleted http://www….skype files in user and general profile, fixed permissions, intalled version 2.8.0.851.
Acceped installation. Opens up and shows address book. Then opens window for personal settings. Then terminates: Can’t log in. Cannot mount database. No crash file.
Any suggestions? There has not been any reply to these posts for quite some time. Seems like I am not the only one : (
Skype WITH the upgrade absolutely does not work at all with my MAC AIR snow leapard. 10.6… can you please help me and solve this.. it is rather urgent..
Gregory
Some time ago I had the ‘cannot mount database’ problem and I read somewhere there was something to delete (not plist) I has happened again, 10.6.2, MaBookPro. Now can’t open and Skype seem to be ignoring the problem. Anybody remember the original solution please?
I had a Problem. I want to share the Screen with an other Skype User. This works well but my mouse is not visible for the other user, so he don’t see what i am doing and where i am clicking. Is there a solution for this. I use the latest OS X an the newest Skype. Thanks.
Mac OS X Snow Leopard 10.6.3 on MacBook Air; Skype 2.8.0.581
Unable to mount database, oops. No Skype for macs any more? Windows only?
I used to be able to jump quickly in between my long contacts simply by clicking on a letter on my keypad. For example I wanna call Mike, I clicked “M” and skype was scrolling automatically down to my contact names starting with “M”. This feature does not work anymore. Very annoying for people with “lots” of contacts. Now I have to do lots of scrolling .
Did I oversee something, or is this feature plane gone. Used to work perfect in Skype version 2.6……
using os x 10.5.8 & Skype 2.8.0.851.
On one specific user account Skpye will crash when I select a contact from my list – my contacts can initiate a chat with me.
Skype seems to work fine on other user accounts.
I have tried to delete ~/Library/Application Support/Skype & ~/Library/Preferences/com.skype.skype.plist
And reinstalling with no success.
I have downgraded to 2.7.0.330 which seems to work fine.
Skype worked yesterday, but today I get the “can’t sign in” message w/ “unable to mount database.” I uninstalled Skype and reinstalled the newer version. Still the same problem. My other computer w/windows 7 works fine.
I have the problem of getting the message “unable to mount database” even after I downloaded Skype 2.8.0.851. I can still open with another account which I created recently. Could you provide us with any suggestions? I repaired my database by using Microsoft Office Database Utility just in case.
Your fix still doesn’t work for Macbook air. I saw a commentary dated February 2010 with the very same issue. Please advise as how to remove the issue, without me having to search through hundreds of commentaries that are not related with the topic. Thank you.
I also have the same problem of getting the message “unable to mount database” even after I downloaded Skype 2.8.0.851. I am using Mac Air with Mac OS X version 10.5.8.. Any new fix or suggestions? Thanks..
Very similar problem here: Skype worked fine up through the middle of last week (17 June), but then on 18 June, I got the “Can’t sign in. Unable to mount database” message as well when trying to launch Skype.
Same hardware + software as juliatchen from 21 june (MacBook Air, with OSX 10.5.8). I have also downloaded the most recent update for Skype. Thank you in advance for your advice on how to rectify!
I have been having the same issue. Out of the blue 3 days ago my skype failed to log in due to “unable to mount database”. I have a macbook air with leopard OS and the latest skype version. I have deleted files (listening to advice on google) and dwnloaded older versions of skype but to no avail! i want my skype back! please help.
Friday evening (July 9th), attempted to log onto Skype, and found that I had to reset my password. Worked fine in the morning. Made the change. Then, was not able to log onto Skype due to “unable to mount database”. I’m running the latest version of Skype, and Mac OS 10.5.8 on a MacBook Air. Help please – it’s tough to do business with this glitch. Many thanks!
I downloaded 2.8.0.851 on my Mac Air OS X 10.5.2 . But I have “unable to mount database”. What can I do?
I see so many people suffering from the same problem of database mounting and Skype crashing, but I don’t a response from Skype or anyone to solve this problem. Did anyone get a solution, if so please share it with all this frustrated crowd. thanks
Trying to help my brother with this. His is saying the same thing, “mounting files system failed”. Mine works perfectly though. I have OS X 10.6.4 and Skype Version 2.8.0.851. Weird…
Skype 2.8.0.851 + Snow Leopard.
It doesn’t work, it simply doesn’t work.
Hello, is anybody there?
I just bought a brand new imac out of the box. I downloaded skype 2.8 for mac and it wont sign in. what gives?
I’m having the same problem with my new MC516LL/A MacBook. I didn’t have that problem with the previous refurbished MC516LL/A MacBook however. I was able to download and start Skype up and use it with no problems. I even did all of the updates on the previous refurb MacBook. Any solutions?
Skype 2.8.0.866 + snow leopard 10.6.5 doesn’t work.
“Unable to mount database”. Any solutions?