📅 May 31, 2010

Free Skype-to-Skype Calls Over 3G By The End Of 2010

We don’t know yet, how much we will have to pay but we do know that nobody is happy about this decision. The app got horrible reviews and ratings, and Skype decided to extend the free Skype-to-Skype calls over 3G period.

Earlier today we told you that Skype finally enabled 3G calling on the iPhone with their new app update. We also told you that the company plans to charge an additional monthly fee. We don’t know yet, how much we will have to pay but we do know that nobody is happy about this decision. The app got horrible reviews and ratings, and Skype decided to extend the free Skype-to-Skype calls over 3G period.

Over the coming months we’ll be working out what pricing options might be – and don’t forget that Skype is all about great value. Calling over 3G will be no exception. In the meantime, Skype-to-Skype calls on 3G will be free until the end of 2010, so download and enjoy. Skype-to-Skype calls over WiFi will remain free – and you can make calls to landlines and mobiles around the world at our incredibly low rates.

📅 May 30, 2010

Skype Enables 3G Calling On iPhone

Skype finally released the new app that supports calling over 3G, but the company plans to charge an additional monthly fee.

A few months ago we told you that Skype will bring SILK audio codec over 3G. Well they finally released the new app that supports calling over 3G, but the company plans to charge an additional monthly fee.

What’s New in Version 2.0.0

  • Call using your 3G connection. Skype-to-Skype calls on 3G are free until the end of 2010, after which there will be a small monthly fee (operator charges for data will still apply).
  • Near CD-quality sound for Skype-to-Skype calls using wideband audio (SILK codec) on iPhone 3GS, iPad and 2nd & 3rd generation iPod touch.
  • Enhanced call quality indicator.
  • Improved start-up time.
  • Fast access to the dial pad from iPhone home screen.

Download Skype for free from the app store…