3 Skypephone is recently released by Three networks. Because of this launch, users can now enjoy the benefits of Skype from a mobile handset. This phone has imparted a high degree of freedom and flexibility in the use of Skype services. Skype to skype calls - that could earlier me made using landlines - are now possible even in mobile phone handsets. And the best part is that the Skype to Skype calls are absolutely free. One does not have to pay a penny for making such calls or sending Skype text messages. Quite amazing, isn't it? However, normal phone charges are applicable when users make calls to other phones or landlines.
The design of the handset is slim and sophisticated. A small profile also make it quite light in weight. The main menu screen comes with a set of icons that can be used to navigate through the diverse features. One could put the 3 skype phone to quite a few uses. One could chat with family members and friends - who are also using Skype - situated anywhere in the world. Contact lists can be updated. The availability status could also be changed from 'online,' 'away,' to 'not available' depending on the particular situational context. Managing contacts is easy - a new phone automatically imports all contacts immediately upon login.
The voice quality using this phone is quite good. Issues of line dropping are rare and mostly non existent. An integrated 2 mega pixel camera, an MP3 player and voice recorded take care of the entertainment value pertaining to the use of this sophisticated gadget. The quality of photos is excellent and one could transfer the captured images from the handset to personal computers quite easily. An USB cable is used for this purpose.
One could use the handset to record video clips as well as images. One could share these images with people who matter via MMS. One could benefit from applications such as MSN, Yahoo Messenger, Google Maps, Google Mail, etc. via the Internet. A range of useful tools complete the many facets of this sophisticated gadget. Alarm, calculator, calendar, notepad, PC synchronisation via the USB cable, world time and a stopwatch prove to be quite valuable in day-to-day use.
