How to fix Skype won’t update on Android 10, Cannot Update App
All you want is to get the latest version of Skype app on your Android device but for some reason you cannot update the app. Read on to find out why such problems emerge and how to deal with it. Here’s a quick guide on how to fix Skype that won’t update on Android 10.
What version of Skype app have you got?
Skype for Android recently received its latest update last April 21st. To date, the latest version of Skype for Android is version 8.59.0.77. The update is mainly aimed at catering general performance and reliability improvements for the app along with a number of enhanced features.
To check if you already have the latest version of Skype on your Android phone, open the Skype app then tap your Profile picture. Scroll down to the bottom of the profile menu then tap Settings. Finally, tap Help & Feedback to access the About menu where you can see the current version of Skype you have on your device.
If it isn’t Skype version 8.59.0.77, it means that your app is not up to date. This likewise denotes the need for you to update the app.
How to update Skype on your Android phone?
Updating Skype or any other app on your phone is a straightforward process. If you haven’t set the app to auto-install new updates, all you have to do is head over to the Play Store and check for any pending updates for Skype. All it takes is a few taps on a couple of controls or command buttons.
But then again, things can go wrong and may not work as intended due to several factors. And you’ll just realize that something is not right because you can’t get to update Skype even if a new update is pending.
Before rushing to escalate the problem, there are some things you can try in order to fix it on your end. Lined up below are simple yet effective solutions you can use to eliminate common factors that can hinder apps like Skype from updating on your Android phone.
Easy ways to fix Skype that won’t update on Android 10
Other people who have encountered the same problem were able to obtain remedy from refreshing their Google account. What they did was to remove and re-add their Google account on the phone.
Should you wish to give it a shot, be sure to note that all data from your phone that’s synced with your Google account will be removed in the process. And that would include photos, contacts, messages and other content.
Once you’re done removing and re-adding your Google account, restart your phone to clear and refresh the internal memory and system services.
If none of that works, then this is when you should consider seeking for more help from Skype tech support.
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