Skype (VoIP) Technology

The iPhone and other mobile phones such as Blackberry have the capability to integrate many types of applications to make their technology meet the needs of the consumer. One of these applications which is a welcoming feature is the Skype application.

Skype for iPhone application is a free download available from Itunes. This new application will help expand the Skype service to a wider demographic.

The new application will benefit the user with the ability to scroll through their list of Skype contacts and find out their status online. In this mode the user can take advantage of the Skype chat services as well as the reasonable long-distance rates to landlines and mobile phones worldwide.

The one setback with this service however is that the Skype application currently functions only when in range with an efficient high speed WiFi network,, which is normally not an issue nowadays. You still may experience call quality issues if you experience a weak internet connection.

Overall the Skype application performs the same way it does via PC to PC, such that it functions with the same calling features.

Skype for iPhone is available at the Apple applications store. A German Company SHAPE services has recently launched IM+ for Skype which works with the iPhone by accessing SKype through iPhone’s Safari browser.

IM+ for Skype is great for keeping in touch with friends, family and business associates . You can now chat with Skype members and call landline, mobile phones and PC’s from anywhere at anytime. You will utilize iPhones unlimited data package and keep costs low.

You don’t even need WiFi to make the connection. This application is currently being BETA tested.

IM+ for Skype applies to other mobile phones in addition to iPhone. It has been compatible with phones like RIM Blackberry, Windows Mobile Pocket PC, Palm OS, Symbian, and J2ME but it will cost you $25 after the 10 day free trial to use this service on phones other than the iPhone.

Features and Benefits

• Make cost effective calls to any destination using the SkypeOut service which allows users to make and recieve calls for a low rate.
• See if your contacts are online and chat with other Skype users. You can text message your contacts and see if they are ready for your call.
• IM+ for Skype provides coverage worldwide and doesn’t require WiFi. It will work with 3G/GSM/and CDMA networks.
• Free technical support is available 7 days a week via email for any questions or inquiries you may have in regards to the application.

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