Skype available for Nokia smartphones on Ovi Store

Skype and Nokia announced the launch of Skype for Symbian, which allows users of Nokia smartphones Symbian ^ 1 to use Skype while on the go via a WiFi or mobile data (GPRS, EDGE, 3G) if the operator can .

The new Skype client for Nokia S60 smartphones based on Symbian platform is downloadable for free from Ovi Store. Note that in France, the operator can not use VoIP, but that it should delay, like Bouygues Telecom has already announced it will open the VoIP on mobile this year.
With Skype for Symbian, users of Nokia smartphones can: • Skip free calls to other Skype users around the world * • Making calls and sending SMS at lower cost to phones abroad • Exchange instant messages with a person or group • Share photos, videos and files • Receive calls on their existing online edition • See if their Skype contacts are online and available to receive a call or instant message • Easily import names and numbers from the phone directory The Skype application for Symbian is currently compatible with the following Nokia models: Nokia E71, Nokia N96, Nokia N85, Nokia 5320, Nokia 6210 Navigator, Nokia 6220 classic, Nokia N78, Nokia N79, Nokia E63, Nokia E66, Nokia N82, Nokia E51, Nokia N95, Nokia N95 8 GB, Nokia N81, Nokia N81 8 GB, Nokia E90, Nokia E72, mobile touch screen Nokia 5800 XpressMusic, Nokia N97, Nokia N97 mini, X6 Nokia, Nokia 5530.
Skype will soon launch the client on other Symbian mobile brands, including Sony Ericsson.