Skype comes to iPhone
By John Pospisil
A Safari web application that allows iPhone users to access the Skype “ecosystem” has been released by SHAPE Services.
According to SHAPE Services, IM+ for is designed especially for iPhone’s touch screen and complements the design and interface of Apple’s “masterpiece”.
How the software works is that iPhone owners log onto http://skypeforiphone.com, using the device’s Safari web browser, which allows them to talk with their Skype contacts or call any landline or mobile.
“Noticing the public interest for Skype on iPhone, we decided to use our mobile IM and mobile Skype experience and develop an application for them; this has also been a move towards our IM+ for Skype platform coverage,” said Igor Berezovsky, the company’s CEO.
“It is truly easy and convenient to access and use. We are looking forward to hearing some feedback from iPhone users. No tweaks are necessary.”
SHAPE Services says IM+ for Skype uses SkypeOut credits for voice communication ensuring cost effective calls to any number around the globe. For users of Skype Unlimited and Skype Pro plans, IM+ enables almost free calling from the iPhone to any PC with Skype or any landline/mobile number (network charges obviously apply).
IM+ for Skype is also available for BlackBerry RIM, Windows Mobile Pocket PC, Palm OS, Symbian and J2ME devices. The application is said to work in any network and doesn’t require WiFi.
For a short time IM+ for Skype iPhone version is being offered free of charge to iPhone users.
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