Skype Client Available at launch--SORT OF (It's not exactly VOIP)

[DesignDawg]

Hey guys,

I'm not a Skype user, but I know there's a lot of hype about it, and a lot of people want it for the phone. T-Mo specifically said the day of the announcement that they were actively trying to keep VOIP off their network. SO I was surprised when someone confirmed for us the other day that there's already a Skype client in the market. And when I checked out the app Saturday, it does indeed say it can make calls to other skype users and landlines via the Skype network.
Well, I've looked into it a little further, and found out the following:
It's not VOIP. --At least not on your end. It uses intermediate servers to turn your voice calls (being billed to you as minutes) into skype calls. This server also sends your data (text chats and such) over the skype network. Basically, it just seems to "translate" your regular phone use into skype-compatible communications.

It's pretty cool if you ask me, but I know some of you won't care for it. Just passing the info along. Read more at:
http://skypejournal.com/blog/2007/10...oipless_m.html

[RussianSolja]

god bless free nights and weekends this is a great find!!! ive been a Skype user for quite sometime and im glad this app has made its way to the android

[isaac65]

It makes sense. At least now it seems like a win-win situation for T-Mobile and Skype. Good find.

[crispyone]

What does this application do? I've tried looking for answers here at AC but I can't find any.

[RussianSolja]

What does this application do? I've tried looking for answers here at AC but I can't find any.

its kinad like AIM but with this app the people u have on your buddy's list you can make phone calls to


Skype for your mobile is a mini, beta version of Skype that you can download on to your mobile. You don’t need to switch operators or get a specialised phone. The software is free – although there might be a small data charge from your operator if you download it straight to your mobile.

Contacts in your pocket

With your Skype contacts on your mobile, you’ll always know when your friends are online. Call them from the bus, check their presence from the park, or send an instant message while you’re sipping a latte in your favourite coffee shop – wherever they are in the world.

Talk or instant message


You can call or instant message any of your contacts who are using Skype on their computer or mobile device, including the 3 Skypephone. You can even start a group chat just like you would on your computer, so you can organise party plans from the comfort of your couch or co-ordinate fancy dress direct from the costume shop.

Will it work in my country?

In this beta version, anyone can receive calls, instant message and see who’s online. If you want to call phones, mobiles, or any of your Skype contacts, this is limited to people in Brazil (Rio de Janeiro & Sao Paulo), Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Poland, Sweden and UK


There You Have It... check out www.skype.com for more information about the app. (Note: Go To This Site Just To Get Information About Skype... Information about this app on this site has nothing do to with the skype thats going to be on the Android. Im directing you to this site so you can have an idea of what skype is about.)

[crispyone]

Thanks RussianSolja for the info. I appreciate it. I'll definitely be checking this out.

[uga.buga]

You guy's, what is skype?
I know its like internet phone call's, but i dont get why its so cool. ??!

[crispyone]

its kinad like AIM but with this app the people u have on your buddy's list you can make phone calls to


Skype for your mobile is a mini, beta version of Skype that you can download on to your mobile. You don’t need to switch operators or get a specialised phone. The software is free – although there might be a small data charge from your operator if you download it straight to your mobile.

Contacts in your pocket

With your Skype contacts on your mobile, you’ll always know when your friends are online. Call them from the bus, check their presence from the park, or send an instant message while you’re sipping a latte in your favourite coffee shop – wherever they are in the world.

Talk or instant message


You can call or instant message any of your contacts who are using Skype on their computer or mobile device, including the 3 Skypephone. You can even start a group chat just like you would on your computer, so you can organise party plans from the comfort of your couch or co-ordinate fancy dress direct from the costume shop.

Will it work in my country?

In this beta version, anyone can receive calls, instant message and see who’s online. If you want to call phones, mobiles, or any of your Skype contacts, this is limited to people in Brazil (Rio de Janeiro & Sao Paulo), Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Poland, Sweden and UK


There You Have It... check out www.skype.com for more information about the app. (Note: Go To This Site Just To Get Information About Skype... Information about this app on this site has nothing do to with the skype thats going to me on the Android. Im directing you to this site so you can have an idea of what skype is about.)

Hopefully this helps, uga.buga.

[mixpix405]

You guy's, what is skype?
I know its like internet phone call's, but i dont get why its so cool. ??!

If your friends have skype, you get to talk to them without using your cell minutes. (Via Wi-Fi only, I think... but maybe 3g also)

[Technickal]

I dont see how this app makes sense