January 6, 2009

Skype me! - Truphone adds Skype to iPhone

big_icon_1482.png With the launch of Skype integration, Truephone's mobile VoIP service is fast becoming a unified client for other VOIP and messaging services, reports TechCrunch

quotemarksright.jpgAs well as the ability to make low-cost calls over Wi-Fi or GSM networks and send cheap SMS, it is now supporting Skype and other messaging services via its application for the iPhone or iTouch.

he software comes out on Jan. 12, at which point you’ll be able to make and receive Skype calls and IM to other Skype users.

Admittedly you can already use Fring or Nimbuzz iPhone apps to access Skype, but neither of these also integrate VOIP or GSM voice calls as seamlessly. Truphone has already added Twitter integration.quotesmarksleft.jpg

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