Getting started:
http://www.skype.com/download/skype/windowsmobile/download.html.
Click on Download Now under Skype 2.2 for Windows Mobile. If the file fails to install, choose the Advanced User option and download the (.cab) file directly. If you already have a Skype account, just log in as usual and make calls by simply keying in the country and area code followed by the phone number. So, to call Singapore, key (+65) followed by the number.
Why it's cool:
With 1 million users in Singapore alone, Skype is the most installed and most popular VOIP (Voice Over Internet Protocol) software. That means you have a good chance of calling your friends for free. Skype's mobile interface is easy to use and feels just like the desktop version.
Skype now has the World Unlimited service whre you can call phone numbers in 34 countries for US$12.95 (S$18) a month, or you can choose the single country service and pay US$5.95 for unlimited calls to Singapore landline and mobile numbers.
How it can be better:
Since Skype is proprietary, it is only limited to Windows Mobile phones for now. Set-up is harder compared to the SIP-based services (Session Initiation Protocol) and longer, because you have to download an application. The biggest gripe however, is that you need to use a earpiece to be able to talk on Skype mobile.
Verdict:
The best rates with Skype Unlimited but it feels more like running an Internet application instead of making a phone call.
courtesy of Digital Life, 24 June 2008
3 comments:
I heard about skype before but have yet to try them! but what's the different between skype and msn messenger? ahha because from my view, i see most of the working adult does used skype, those in the industry. But teachers and student, especially teenagers, i think we prefer msn messenger or yahoo messenger. If only we could use msn messenger to chat with skype user. It will be great :)
Ressal
JP,
Skyping is free! Lia Lia set it up for me and we tested it out with each other, sitting side by side! We skyped with Sydney, too. As my Sony VAIO comes with built-in camera, I can even see the other party!
INRI
adding to godmas comment,I didn't noe u bout skype! Dad installed ours during the holidays.
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