iSkoot, the folks who brought Skype to the Symbian platform (or at least the Skype branded product) and who provided the software for the 3 Skypephone, announced that they’ll do the same for the Android platform. Their iSkoot for Skype is reportedly the “first VoIP solution available in Google’s Android Market.”
On the downside, though, it seems the application won’t work via WiFi. Rather it will rely on the carrier’s 3G network for Skype calls. Or at least that’s the way iSkoot works on other platforms. This part of the release goes in that direction, as well:
iSkoot for Skype makes it easy and affordable for people to keep in touch with friends, family and contacts with an always-on-the-go lifestyle. iSkoot for Skype leverages the voice-optimized circuit-switched wireless networks of mobile carriers, allowing for full operation even without access to WiFi or 3G networks and ensuring the best possible call quality. Normal carrier voice and data charges always apply.
Commenting on the announcement, iSkoot’s Jim Hudak said: “We are honored to be the first mobile VoIP application available in the Android Market because we are dedicated to bringing carrier-grade Web communications services to mobile phones and platforms around the globe. iSkoot continues to work on delivering innovative products that give people a rich mobile experience so that they can cut the cord from their desktop.”