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. The app uses Wi-Fi, 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’s normal low rates apply if using Skype to call landlines or mobiles. Users will not be charged by Skype for making and receiving Skype-to-Skype calls using an iPhone or iPod touch.

Skype for iPhone requires a Wi-Fi connection to make free Skype-to-Skype calls or low-cost Skype calls to mobiles and landlines. * See when Skype contacts are online/available to IM or talk * Receive calls to a personal online number on Skype * Send/receive instant messages to/from individuals or groups via 3G, Wi-Fi, GPRS or EDGE (whichever is available) * Call landline or mobile phones at Skype’s great low rates from any Wi-Fi zone * Free Skype-to-Skype calls from any Wi-Fi zone to other Skype users worldwide The application delivers core Skype capabilities including: Skype for iPhone is an experience that offers the same simplicity, ease-of-use and quality our users have come to expect from Skype, combined with an elegance of design and richness so loved by Apple’s many customers worldwide.”

“Skype for iPhone will open up new ways for more than 400 million Skype users to stay connected and take their Skype conversations with them. We are delighted to deliver on this request and put Skype into the pockets of millions of people around the world who are carrying iPhone and iPod touch devices,” said Scott Durchslag, Skype’s Chief Operating Officer. “Skype software for the iPhone has been the number one request among our users. The app also adds Skype calling and instant messaging to any second generation iPod touch with a compatible headset and microphone. LAS VEGAS - Skype announced that its highly anticipated application, Skype™ for iPhone, will be available on the Apple App Store beginning today. Free application enables millions of iPhone and iPod touch users worldwide to take their Skype conversations with them

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