With the new release of Skype 2.0 users were greeted with a couple of new, although expected, features. You can now make Skype-to-Skype calls over 3G on AT&T’s network. This was announced sometime last year, and already in use on Verizon’s compatible devices, but just now deployed by the VoIP giant for AT&T’s iPhone users.
The long awaited app also came with some not so great news, users will soon have to pay for Skype calls made on their mobile phones. After August of this year you will need to purchase a subscription to make calls over 3G, although WiFi calls will still remain free. It’s hard to tell if Skype is digging themselves a grave here but lets put it this way; free is and always will be better. Let us know what you think!
Qik, the company behind the video chat service featured on the Sprint EVO 4G, has confirmed today on their blog that their service will be free for all users who adopt the new device, although a Sprint data plan is still required. This came after many floating rumors and speculation stating the service would be a premium feature and would cost anywhere from $5-$10, which was clearly proved to be just that, rumors, by Qik today.
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When you spread your hands wide and far, you’ll have antitrust cases against you waiting to be defended! That’s the game with Music Industry’s game changer, Apple.
