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9to5mac.com - 3/31/2009
Skype works on AT&T's 3G on iPhone 3.0
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We just found something very interesting.  When you install Skype on a 3.0 iPhone, you can use AT&T's connection to make and recieve calls.  Skype treats the 3G line like any other internet connection.  The video is uploading now to youtube and will be posted as soon as it is ...
gigaom.com - 3/26/2009
Skype for iPhone to Be Released as Early as Next Week
— gigaom.com — Exclusive Heads up : A few months ago, I asked Skype CEO Josh Silverman when was he... going to launch the iPhone version of the P2P voice and IM service that has now been downloaded more than 405 million times. He smiled and said, “Stay tuned.” And so ... (more) Skype for iPhone to Be Released as Early as Next Week

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share.skype.com - 4/2/2009
Skype for iPhone zooms past one million downloads - Skype Blogs
— share.skype.com — Comments Are you guys (and gals) going to allow us to use our nationwide/global subscriptions with the... app? The fact that we have to use our own credit is a bummer, and is pushing me towards the competition (i.e. Google Voice). ~Darnell hiddennook | ... (more) Skype for iPhone zooms past one million downloads - ...

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online.wsj.com - 3/30/2009
Skype to Launch iPhone Software
— online.wsj.com — EBay Inc.'s Skype unit plans to release a version of its Internet-based phone software for Apple Inc.'s... iPhone. The move, set to be announced Tuesday, puts Skype more directly in competition for wireless voice services with network operators such as ... (more) Skype to Launch iPhone Software

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Skype For iPhone Now Available in the US, Has VoIP over 3G With 3.0 Firmware [IPhone Apps]
Gizmodo — Apple's just about finished rolling out Skype for iPhone, and now US residents can go download the VoIP app for themselves. Our quick test showed that voice quality is quite good—definitely on par or better than actual 3G calling over AT&T;'s network—and connects rather quickly. It's unfortunate that 2.2.1 doesn't have background notifications, so there's no way somebody could Skype you unless you had the app open all the time. What's also interesting is that voice calling only works when you're on Wi-Fi in the 2.2.1 firmware, popping up a restriction message if you're on 3G, but 9to5Mac ...

Skype For iPhone Now Available In The App Store
iPhone Savior — The much talked about Skype app for iPhone is now available for download in the App Store. The interface is clean and simple with both call and chat on board. My connection when ringing up Skype's automated call girl showed off a clear connection during my test call. iPhone to laptop sound was extremely clear ...

Skype for iPhone works over 3G, but not in the background
The Apple Core — ... surrounding the launch of Skype for iPhone, the powers that be noted that the application would only allow voice calls over a Wi-Fi connection. 9-to-5 Mac reports that in actuality, Skype for iPhone will allow you to make voice calls over the AT&T 3G network too. I’m not sure how it’s going to last though. 9-to-5 Mac reports that the sound quality (over 3G) was as good, if not  better than normal AT&T. It should also be noted that Skype, unlike Apple’s phone and text applications, ...

New iPhone SDK 9M2725 and iPhone OS 7A259g released...breaks Skype's AT&T access?
9 to 5 Mac - Apple Intelligence — We aren't sure if we'll be able to use Skype over 3G after installing this. Anyone want to test this for us before we commit to losing 3G VOIP?  More juicy details below. Along with the SDK, iPhone 3.0 Beta 2 Build: 7A259g is also released.  It comes in at 228 MB. We are, as you can see, downloading them both now and will report on any improved snappieness™. ...

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Skype for iPhone is Expected Tommorow
iphone-ipod.org 3/30/2009 — iphone news Skype for iPhone is Expected Tommorow Skype for iPhone, iPhone 3G and iPod Touch is expected to be released for free download tomorrow. The application will be completely free and it will be distributed through iTunes App Store. All ...
Official Skype App is Now Available in the App Store
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Skype App is Now Available in the App Store
iphone-ipod.org 3/31/2009 — iphone news Skype App is Now Available in the App Store Skype, Inc. has just released their official Skype application for the iPhone and iPod touch. Skype is a very popular voice-over-IP (VOIP) and instant messaging application that allows you ...