SoonR Workaround Brings Skype VoIP to the Apple iPhone

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SoonR Workaround Brings Skype VoIP to the Apple iPhone

6:25 am on July 12, 2007 | Category: VoIP, Web Services, Mobile Devices, Wireless, Cell Phones, Software

Users of the recently released Apple iPhone can now make use of Skype’s online VoIP service, thanks to an AJAX workaround application created by Silicon Valley-based SoonR.

iPhone users can install the new software app on a personal computer, then log on to SoonR’s website via the iPhone’s mobile browser, to make mobile calls through SkypeOut, and burn up fewer cell phone minutes.

“SoonR will utilize its transcoding engine and your client PC’s processing power to create a unique view that fits your handset,” the company said in a statement. “When you log in, SoonR can detect the browser and class of handset that you are using. SoonR can make an intelligent decision based on your browser and handset combination and optimize for your device. When your handset is not available or you are not in a service zone, SoonR can be accessed via a Web browser or through Instant Messaging.”