• Skype Lite is an application that Skype revealed at the CES 2009 convention. Skype Lite runs on the Google Android platform and allows users to access Skype's full features via their smartphones running the Android OS, as well as other Java-enabled smartphones. While it does allow access without WiFi or 3G, standard carrier rates still apply.PC World: Big Skype Update Coming... (January 8, 2009)

• 1. Announced on January 8, 2009PC World: Big Skype Update Coming... (January 8, 2009)
  2. Available through Android MarketplacePC World: Big Skype Update Coming... (January 8, 2009)
  3. Does not require WiFi or 3GPC World: Big Skype Update Coming... (January 8, 2009)
  4. Carrier rates still applyPC World: Big Skype Update Coming... (January 8, 2009)
  5. Compatible with specific LG, Motorola, Nokia, Samsung and Sony Ericsson phonesOfficial Site: Skype Mobile
  6. Allows Skype to Skype callsOfficial Site: Skype Mobile
  7. Allows Instant MessagingOfficial Site: Skype Mobile

• Criticism

  Critics of the Skype Lite program have reported odd functioning of the progam, to include the use of Skype credits for inbound calls. Because it isn't a true VOIP system, some users feel that it costs more because of the use of Skype credits as well as the standard carrier fees.Mixed Signals: Sype Lite? Don't bite. (January 15, 2009)

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