Skype this week announced the launch of a 'lite' version of its software, a thin client designed for Android devices and Java-enabled mobile phones.
"Skype Lite is truly that: a back-to-basics build that allows the customary cut-rate international calling to Skype contacts, and also calling credits to non-Skype buddies using the SkypeOut service," writes CNET's Jessica Dolcourt. "You'll be able to IM other Skype friends in addition - an activity best done with a data plan. "
"The service may be useful for mobile users who make international calls often, as Skype's prices are often less than what a wireless carrier charges," writes InformationWeek's Marin Perez. "The cost will be deducted from a user's Skype Credit account, but Skype-to-Skype calls won't cost anything besides the local airtime minutes."
More here from Betanews ... more here from Silicon Alley Insider ... more here from jkOnTheRun ... more here from Gizmodo ... more here from AndroidGuys ... and the press release is here.
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Personally i prefer Skype for G1 coz its voice quality is best ever :)
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Very nice article on Skype Lite. Even the beta version is nice to used with a very nice user interface and easy navigation. I suggest people to give a try. If you want more information on Skype Lite, check out this post:
http://hostintruder.wordpress.com/2009/01/09/skype-for-your-mobile-pho
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