Skype and Apple are teaming up to bring Skype to the iPhone for all Skype users to make and receive phone calls using an application on the iPhone. The introduction of Skype is long overdue for many users, as there is already a similar Skype application for Windows Mobile devices.
A tipster released information that the iPhone application could be seen in the AppStore as early as next week for download. An announcement might be heard next Wednesday in Las Vegas for the CTIA Wireless trade show for the mobile industry market.
The Internet based company, which allows users to make and receive phone calls directly from any Internet connection, could see a rise in users if the application is released. The already 405 million worldwide user base has seen significant growth since the end of 2005 with only 74.7 million user accounts.
The application is expected to be a free download, but requires users to have a paid Skype account in order to use the application functions.