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theVenerable

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    Webcam stopped working with skype after driver switch
    « on: June 21, 2017, 11:17:52 PM »
    Hello
    I installed a different webcam driver as the previous one wasn't working.
    Now the webcam works with line messenger, picture app, ect, but Skype wont show the video.
    It recognizes the camera, but the video wont display.
    Running windows 10 64 bit

    Any advice?
    Thanks

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      Re: Webcam stopped working with skype after driver switch
      « Reply #1 on: July 16, 2017, 12:17:57 PM »
      Try using an older driver version or contacting the maker for a new update

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      Re: Webcam stopped working with skype after driver switch
      « Reply #2 on: July 16, 2017, 01:42:08 PM »
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      but Skype wont show the video.
      Please make clear. Did Skype ever work?

      There have been a number of complaints about Skype ranging from simple to unfanthomable. Fortunately, you do not have to stick with Skype.  Many alternativea are almost as good, some even better.
      Here are 3 links:
      http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/fed-up-with-skype-here-are-6-of-the-best-free-alternatives/

      https://beebom.com/skype-alternatives-2014/

      http://www.techradar.com/news/the-best-free-skype-alternatives
      When it comes to messaging and video chat tools, Skype is one of the first name that springs to mind. Skype managed to build itself a huge following even before it was bought by Microsoft in 2011, and the user base has continued to grow ever since.
      The appeal is understandable – Skype lets you send text-based messages, as well as conducting video chats, completely free of charge – but it's far from being the only option out there.
      You might have an aversion to Microsoft-owned software, or you might just like the idea of trying out something new. Here we take a look at the very best Skype software that lets you communicate on a variety of platforms – both mobile and desktop – proving that there's plenty of choice beyond Skype.


      This cnhoice is yours.
      Either struggle with Skype or switch.  :)