Skype has updated their iPhone
app, allowing iPhone users to make and receive Skype-to-Skype
calls, and
to call mobiles and landlines around the world at very low rates
for the
first time over their 3G data connection.
Skype-to-Skype calls on 3G are free for a trial period which
will
run until the end of 2010.* Details of pricing will be announced
in the
coming months and will be in line with Skype's commitment to
providing
customers with great value. Skype-to-Skype calls over WiFi will
still
remain free.
Other new features of the Skype for iPhone application
include:
-
Near CD-quality sound for Skype-to-Skype calls using wideband
audio on
iPhone 3GS or 2nd generation iPod touch and onwards. -
Enhanced call quality indicator, which will help customers
choose the
best moment to call. - Improved start-up time.
- Rapid access to the dial pad from the home screen.
The new version is compatible with the iPhone, iPhone 3G, iPhone
3GS,
iPod touch and iPad. Skype requires iPhone OS version 3.0 and
above.
Calling functionality is available on iPhone, iPhone 3G, iPhone
3GS and
2nd generation iPod touch onwards. iPod touch requires a
compatible
headset with a microphone.
The Skype for iPhone application is available to download for free
from
the App Store on iPhone and iPod touch, or at www.skype.com/go/iphone
*Operator data charges may still apply.