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Skype for iPhone now supports video calls.

Words from the Skype people about new version of Skype for iPhone now supports video calls.

From Skype Blogs:

  • Make video calls to people on their computers as well as other iPhones (details below)
  • Make free audio calls to anyone else on Skype
  • Make great value calls to landlines and mobiles around the world

The new app is compatible with the iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, and iPod touch 4th generation with i0S 4.0 or above. You can also receive video calls on the iPod touch 3rd generation and iPad.

iPhone 4 owners can now use the front-facing camera with app other than FaceTime.

P.S. Skype is inviting everyone to Skype’s New Year’s Eve video celebration.
http://nye.skype.com/

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Skype for Android.

Skype is now available for Android 2.1 and higher. Previously Skype was available only for Android on Verizon.

Skype for Android can be obtained by visiting skype.com/m on Android browser or through Android Marketplace.

Skype Blog:

Skype now available for Android phones

  • Skype is not available in the Android Market in China or Japan.
  • Skype has been tested on HTC and Motorola devices with Android OS 2.1 and above. It may work on other Android phones, but we can’t guarantee full functionality or compatibility. We’re aware of some problems with the Samsung Galaxy S, and we’re looking to address these in the future.
  • It’s free to use Skype in a WiFi zone. If you use Skype with a mobile data connection, operator charges may apply, so we recommend an unlimited data plan.
  • In the US, you can make calls only over WiFi.
  • A fair use policy applies to unlimited subscriptions.

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AT&T allows VoIP on 3G for the iPhone.

It’s like the day that would never come but we knew that it would someday. AT&T has just releases a statement that they will allow Voice over IP (VoIP) on their 3G network for the iPhone.

This means the next version of Skype iPhone App will be able to make voice calls when it’s on the 3G network in addition to the Wi-Fi network.

Read the Press Release here.

AT&T today announced it has taken the steps necessary so that Apple can enable VoIP applications on iPhone to run on AT&T’s wireless network. Previously, VoIP applications on iPhone were enabled for Wi-Fi connectivity. For some time, AT&T has offered a variety of other wireless devices that enable VoIP applications on 3G, 2G and Wi-Fi networks. AT&T this afternoon informed Apple Inc. and the FCC of its decision.

There’s no word about Google Voice and SlingPlayer type service yet.

Previously AT&T prohibited VoIP apps such as Skype to make audio calls on the 3G network.

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Skype for iPhone is Released.

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It is official, Skype for iPhone has been released. The app appeared in iTunes App Store Monday evening, hours earlier than expected. In the press release  dated March 31st, 2009 details of Skype for iPhone are explained.

The application delivers core Skype capabilities including:

  • Free Skype-to-Skype calls from any Wi-Fi zone to other Skype users worldwide
  • Call landline or mobile phones at Skype’s great low rates from any Wi-Fi zone
  • Send/receive instant messages to/from individuals or groups via 3G, Wi-Fi, GPRS or EDGE (whichever is available)
  • Receive calls to a personal online number on Skype
  • See when Skype contacts are online/available to IM or talk

About Skype iPhone App

Skype for iPhone Splash Screen

Skype for iPhone Dialer

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Yahoo! Messenger 3.0 Beta 3

Yahoo! updates its Messenger program with more features. Yahoo! Messenger 3.0 beta 3/build 98855.

Voice is Here!

Yahoo! Messenger Voice Windows

Yahoo! Messenger 3.0 Beta 3 is ready, with some exciting additions:

  • Free voice conversations with other Messenger users on both Mac and Windows.
  • Cheap PC-to-phone calls: make calls from Messenger to landline and mobile phones at low rates with Yahoo! Phone Out.
  • Receive phone calls: get a phone number for your Messenger and start taking phone calls on your computer with Yahoo! Phone In. Plus, choose your area code!
  • Now it’s easier than ever to send SMS text messages to your friends.
  • Forward calls and voice conversations to another phone number.
  • Get voicemail by email.
  • Numerous improvements to stability and user experience.

It seems that Yahoo! is treading on Skype’s territory. I am a big fan of Skype, and I have been using it for a long time. May the best technology win.

Yahoo! Voice Credit

http://voice.yahoo.com/phone_rates.php