Skype is indeed behaving strangely. Remember the statement about Skype app for iPhone would let users making call over 3G after AT&T and Apple allow.. Despite the approval, Skype still keeps the 3G support at large with the explanation: they are working on improving call quality. Other third party apps such Fring let user using Skype without any problem.
On Feb 17 Skype and Verizon announced their partnership allowing Smartphone users to use Skype app to make voice calls for free or at long distance lower cost. We thought this would be the reason for the delay.
Today, Skype made a weird move to eliminate the Skype app for Windows Mobile. Again Here’s a text grab from Skype’s FAQ page.
Why can’t I download Skype Lite or Skype for Windows Mobile?
Unfortunately, Skype Lite – a version of Skype for your mobile phone – and Skype for Windows Mobile are no longer available for download from our site.
We’ve chosen to withdraw Skype Lite and Skype for Windows Mobile because we want to offer our new customers an improved mobile experience – much like the version that has proved so popular on the iPhone, and which is now available on Symbian phones. Our focus is on providing a rich user experience that allows you to enjoy free Skype-to-Skype and low cost calls as easily on the move as you do at your desktop.
We felt that Skype Lite and Skype for Windows Mobile were not offering the best possible Skype experience.
Can I still use Skype Lite if I already have it?
Yes. People who have already installed Skype Lite can continue to use it throughout 2010.
Can I still use Skype for Windows Mobile if I already have it?
Yes. People who have already installed Skype for Windows Mobile can of course continue to use it.
[Via InformationWeek/ WMPowerUser]
