Skype Launches New Application for iPhone and iPod Touch

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The application delivers core Skype capabilities including:
• Free SkypetoSkype calls from any WiFi zone to other Skype users worldwide
• Call landline or mobile phones at Skype’s great low rates from any WiFi zone
• Send/receive instant messages to/from individuals or groups via 3G, WiFi, GPRS or EDGE (whichever is available)
• Receive calls to a personal online number on Skype
• See when Skype contacts are online/available to IM or talk




Skype for iPhone requires a WiFi connection to make free SkypetoSkype calls or lowcost Skype calls to mobiles and landlines. Users will not be charged by Skype for making and receiving SkypetoSkype calls using an iPhone or iPod touch. Skype’s normal low rates apply if using Skype to call landlines or mobiles.




The app uses WiFi, 3G, GPRS or EDGE (whichever is available) to sign into Skype, update a contact list, maintain and update presence and send/receive instant messages. Skype recommends an unlimited data usage plan for using Skype over a mobile data connection to avoid being charged by a wireless service provider for 3G, GPRS and EDGE mobile data usage.

Profile pictures of other users in a Skype Contacts list are also visible, making it easy to identify them. In addition, users can update their own Skype profile picture from within the Skype for iPhone app, either by choosing an existing image from a photo album on the device, or by using the camera on the iPhone to take a new photo.

The Skype application for the iPhone or iPod touch will be available for free from Apple’s App Store on both devices, or at www.itunes.com/appstore/

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can you receive calls on your ipod? Or just voicemail?