Mobileshop Articles in the Skype Category
Skype popularity 'could increase'
Posted: 17 August 2009
Voice calling using mobile phone applications such as Skype could increase in the future, it has been advised.
A spokesman for Analysys Mason, a strategy consulting advice firm, said the use of such internet-based technologies is relatively low in the UK across some sectors, but it was likely this would change.
Rupert Wood, principal analyst at the firm, explained this was because currently there are not many operators promoting packages and those that do, are not providing it as a standalone option.
"Until - and we do expect this to happen - operators start offering [VoIP] as a primary line service then people will probably be largely uninterested," he said.
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Money-savers 'boosting Skype popularity'
Posted: 6 July 2009
The number of people now using Skype shows the system has continued to succeed during a time of recession, it has been suggested.
A spokesman for TeleGeography, which analyses current trends in the mobile telecommunications sector, said the internet-based calling application could continue to grow as it has done of late.
Stephan Beckert, director of research at the organisation, explained that although it was unclear exactly how Skype's figures have been affected by the economic slowdown, the high usage levels speak for themselves.
"The volumes are obviously huge, and growing at about 50 per cent annually. It remains to be seen what impact the recession or the release of clients ...
Consumers given another chance 3 Mobile's S2
Posted: 18 May 2009
Shoppers have been given a second chance to get their hands on 3 Mobile's Skypephone S2 device.
The handset was originally launched in September last year and, according to the network operator, was so popular that soon shelves were empty and it ran completely out of stock.
However, it is noted that for £69.99, buyers can now opt for the device as part of a pay-as-you-go package that will allow them unlimited free Skype to Skype calling for ever.
Praised as a "sleek, clever little phone", the S2 allows users the chance to "join the cool kids in the S2-owning crowd" and the inclusion of Skype support is just one other reason 3 Mobile give for the purchase of the ...
Skype iPhone application put to the test
Posted: 15 April 2009
One of the latest additions to the Apple iPhone 3G's online store could be great for those looking to save money on international calls.
Following the launch of the Skype application last month, Trusted Reviews has taken the opportunity to put the "eagerly awaited" software to the test in a new article.
The piece notes that although a number of similar offerings like Truphone have been around for some time, the size of the Skype user base means it is likely to be more popular.
In its iPhone incarnation, the site notes the application looks and acts more like it belongs on the Apple device - and is in fact "almost identical" to the gadget's dialler facility.
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Skype launch iPhone App
Posted: 31 March 2009
Apple iPhone 3G users will now be able to log on to the manufacturer's online store to get access to the Skype network.
From today, the App Store will be hosting the Skype for iPhone solution, allowing users of the company's latest mobile phones to take advantage of its affordable calling rates.
Skype-to-Skype calls made using an enabled iPhone will be free when using the app in any global Wi-Fi zone and low rates will be offered for those ringing landlines and other mobile phones.
The network's instant messaging service will also be accessible and a number of features will be compatible with the firm's iPod Touch media player.
Scott Durchslag, Skype's chief operating officer, ...
Skype launches version 4.0 for Windows
Posted: 4 February 2009
Skype has redesigned its package to be more user-friendly, it has been announced.
This week, the network unveiled details of its latest product for use with Microsoft Windows and said the revised software would make video calling simpler and "better than ever".
It is claimed the firm has taken into consideration its experience of the market from the last five years and combined this with customer feedback in creating Skype 4.0.
One-click video calling, improved sound quality, simplified call management and a continuation of its low pricing structures are just some of the things users can now expect from the service.
"There are lots of improvements to the interfac ...
Skype certifies Asus videophone
Posted: 29 January 2009
Skype users have been offered the first ever videophone to carry a certification from the company.
The Asus AiGuru SV1 comes equipped with a seven-inch screen and is wirelessly-enabled to allow web users to connect to their friends and family via the Skype service.
A webcam, speaker and microphone are also integrated into the SV1 - which forms part of the company's Eee Videophone AiGuru range - and can be purchased from next week with an expected price tag of £219.95.
Skype's director of business development and product management for consumer electronics, Manrique Brenes, said around 25 per cent of Skype-to-Skype calls now included video - making the device an ideal solution for m ...
Skype moves to Android-based devices
Posted: 14 January 2009
Google's Android operating system could soon be working in tandem alongside Skype devices, it has emerged.
The firm announced this week it has produced a lightweight version of its client that can be downloaded to Android-powered devices - which could enable T Mobile G1 users access to cheaper calls.
It has also been announced that the new software will be available for use on more than 100 other Java-enabled mobile phones.
Scott Durchslag, chief operating officer of Skype, said that the move addressed the vast number of mobile users that are looking for access to its web-based calling and messaging services.
"Nearly half the world's population are mobile phone users today ...
Skype launched for mobiles
Posted: 12 January 2009
Skype can now be used on mobiles, following the launch of a "lite version" of the system.
An updated beta version has been introduced which can be downloaded onto Android-powered devices in addition to over 100 Java-enabled mobile phones, according to the company.
This will mean millions of mobile phone users across the world will have greater access to Skype software, including those in the US who have not previously been able to use it.
Skype's chief operating officer Scott Durchslag described the launch as a "major step forward" for the company.
"Nearly half the world's population are mobile phone users today and we know that many people who alre ...
Skype launches Moka Chat
Posted: 10 November 2008
Friends who do not speak the same first language may be able to communicate better with the launch of a new Skype service.
Moka Chat means people who speak English, Spanish and Chinese can communicate easier, the company says.
The mobile language translation technology could target more than two million speakers of these languages worldwide.
It also enables users to send translated SMS text messages using Skype's built-in text messaging service.
Moka stated: "Using Moka Chat, English-speaking Skype users can now easily send translated text messages … enhancing their Skype experience while at the same time improving their language skills."
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