Skype announced today that it has released a new “thin” client - Skype lite (beta) - available for Android-powered devices and over 100 other Java-enabled handsets from the likes of Nokia, Samsung, Sony Ericsson, Motorola and LG. The launch of Skype lite also marks the first time a mobile version of the app is available for use in the US.
According to the official Skype lite site, the beta app’s major features include:
- Local rate calls to your Skype contacts wherever they are.
- Call on Skype wherever you are - no WiFi or 3G required.
- Instant message from your mobile.
- Save on international and long distance calls to phones and mobiles.
For an official list of Java-enabled, (currently) supported devices, head on over to the Skype for your mobile site.
Where’s the Blackberry Love?
this skype beta (mobile) is junk; it wants to use the PSTN when making in/out calls (even with skype users)
*yawn*
“Call me” me when this app actually does something useful like make Skype calls with the 3g or Wifi connection instead of my mobile phone minutes.
I use Fring on the iphone - to make skype-out calls.
Hello,
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 about Skype Lite, check out this post:
http://hostintruder.wordpress.com/2009/01/09/skype-for-your-mobile-phone/
Bye