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VoIP Provider, Skype has released an updated version of its mobile client for Symbian OS adding support for high-end mobiles like N8, C7 and E5.

It uses SILK support which is company’s high quality audio codec. SILK ensures that voice calls are crystal clear even when subscribers are in low-bandwidth area.

New version promises to bring along interface changes, easier way to add contacts & photo to profile and set mood message. Improved menu navigation and user interface updates to fit larger screens are also among the enhancements.

Given below are the salient features of Skype VoIP client with snapshots of application running on Symbian^1 (S60v5 OS 9.4) Phone:

• Free Skype-to-Skype calls and IM on 3G or WiFi (Mobile to PC & vice versa are also supported)
• Save money on calls and texts (SMS) to phones abroad.
• Share pictures, videos and other files from your phone.

Call & IM to Skype Contacts Free

If you already use Skype on a computer, you’ll see your full contact list when you sign in to Skype on your Nokia or Sony Ericsson. Call free Skype-to-Skype on your mobile, and send and receive instant messages (IMs) one-to-one or with a group.

Calls & Texts to Phones Abroad

Call and text people who don’t have Skype at really low rates. It’s especially great value if you’re calling or texting people who live abroad. Simply dial the number in Skype and pay with Skype Credit or talk unlimited with a subscription. When you’re abroad, connect to a Wifi zone and avoid roaming charges on calls and texts. This applies to Skype-to-Skype calls, plus calls and texts to phones.

File Sharing

It’s also free to send and receive pictures, videos, and other files so you can share your experiences and stay in touch when you’re away from a computer. Take a picture with your built-in camera and send it to friends on Skype.

Change Log:

• Added support for the new Symbian phones, including the Nokia N8, C7 and E5,
• Included SILK, high quality audio codec, which should help make sure your calls are crystal clear, even when you’re on a low-bandwidth connection,
• Number of interface improvements, making it easier to add contacts, navigate, add a photo to your profile and set your mood message
• Updated the interface to better fit larger screens.

Price	In Rs.	12,000
	In $	150

General	2G Network	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
	Announced	2009, September
	Status	Available. Released 2009, December

Size	Dimensions	96 x 49.3 x 14.1 mm, 65.8 cc
	Weight	103 g

Display	Type	TFT, 256K colors
	Size	240 x 320 pixels, 2.2 inches

Sound	Alert types	Vibration; Downloadable polyphonic, MP3 ringtones
	Speakerphone	Yes, with stereo speakers
		- 3.5 mm audio jack - Dedicated music keys

Memory	Phonebook	2000 entries, Photocall
	Call records	20 dialed, 20 received, 20 missed calls
	Internal	46 MB
	Card slot	microSD, up to 16GB, 2GB included, buy memory

Data	GPRS	Class 32
	EDGE	Class 32, 296 / 178.8 kbits
	3G	No
	WLAN	No
	Bluetooth	Yes, v2.1 with A2DP
	Infrared port	No
	USB	Yes, microUSB

Camera	Primary	3.2 MP, 2048x1536 pixels, enhanced fixed focus, check quality
	Video	Yes, QCIF@15fps
	Secondary	No

Features	Messaging	SMS (threaded view), MMS, Email
	Browser	WAP 2.0/xHTML, HTML
	Radio	Stereo FM radio with RDS; built-in antenna
	Games	Yes + downloadable
	Colors	Red on Black, Blue on Silver
	GPS	No
	Java	Yes, MIDP 2.1
		- MP4/H.263/H.264/WMV player - MP3/WAV/eAAC+/WMA player - Organizer - Voice memo - Flash Lite 3.0 - T9

Battery		Standard battery, Li-Ion 860 mAh (BL-4CT)
	Stand-by	Up to 380 h
	Talk time	Up to 7 h 30 min
	Music play	Up to 26 h

Misc	SAR US	1.28 W/kg (head)     0.72 W/kg (body)
	SAR EU	0.73 W/kg (head)

Mr. Shaikh Abdul Hai, Service Representative Samsung Electronics, Mr. Inam Ul Haq, National Manager Customer Support, Mr. Asif Javed – Senior Manager and Mr. Arslan Amjad, Assistant Manager Customer Support Inaugurating the Samsung Mobile Service Centre in Rawalpindi.

Samsung’s Mobile Service Center is located at following address in Rawalpindi:

94/C, Block-E, Satellite Town,

Near Holy Family Hospital,

Rawalpindi