Skype Low Bandwidth : Slow Connection Mobile Version

Skype announced a low-bandwidth version of its service, specially for slow speed internet connection on mobile. This low bandwidth Skype solution will be more favorable where 3G aint available.

Skype's Mobile Partner Program is characterized as a "simplified operator program that uses a purpose-built client-server solution". The software is optimized for low-bandwidth environments.

People tend to prefer communication on mobile over PC, so more and more people now prefer Skype on Mobile then using Skype on computer. However due to slow speed internet on mobile phones, the call quality, video quality ain't great. Skype Low bandwidth will be a great hit in parts of Asia and Africe where 3G, Wifi ain't that popular.

The software will minimize data usage and maximize battery life, according to Skype. According to Skype, the new program will cover a range of OS platforms running on over 100 different smartphones from a variety of vendors. Skype will operate normally on top of the new platform, offering its standard mix of free calls to other Skype customers, and per-minute rates to other phones.