Not content with launching a new handset yesterday (the Nokia C5 if you missed it), Nokia has also used CeBIT as a launching pad for its next software foray. Skype for Symbian has been launched and can be found taking up pride of place on the Nokia Ovi Store. Read on to find out more about Skype for Symbian...
Skype for Symbian is now available and allows Nokia smartphone users to use Skype on the move, over a Wi-Fi or mobile data connection (GPRS, EDGE, 3G). Skype for Symbian will run on any Nokia smartphone using Symbian ^1, the latest version of the Symbian platform.
Skype for Symbian enables Nokia smartphone users to:
- Make free Skype-to-Skype calls to other Skype users anywhere in the world*
- Save money on calls and texts (SMS) to phones abroad
- Send and receive instant messages to and from individuals or groups
- Share pictures, videos and other files
- Receive calls to their existing online number
- See when Skype contacts are online and available to call or IM
- Easily import names and numbers from the phone's address book
The initial Skype for Symbian application is compatible with the following Nokia touchscreen models: Nokia N97, Nokia N97 mini, Nokia X6, Nokia 5800 XpressMusic and Nokia 5530.
What's more, you'll also find it compatible with the following non-touch devices: Nokia E72, Nokia E71, Nokia E90, Nokia E63, Nokia E66, Nokia E51, Nokia N96, Nokia N95, Nokia N95 8Gb, Nokia N85, Nokia N82, Nokia N81, Nokia N81 8 Gb, Nokia N79, Nokia N78, Nokia 6220 classic, Nokia 6210 Navigator, Nokia 5320. For more information on Skype for Symbian, including the latest supported handset list, at SKYPE.