Skype adds Groupme to social portfolio, sets sights on mobile market

 

Sure, we’re still waiting for that Microsoft-Skype deal to close, but it looks like Redmond’s about to get more than it initially bargained for. Skype announced today that it has reached an agreement to snatch up Groupme, the mobile group messaging service that made a splash at Google I/O. Outfit head honcho Tony Bates told TechCrunch that Skype needs to invade the mobile space if it hopes to reach its goal of scoring one billion users, and cites Groupme’s “sticky group messaging experience” as the ideal mobile addition to the Skype family. But don’t take our word for it, hit the break and dig the PR for yourself.

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IMO Launches Multi-Protocol Instant Messaging Client

 

Imo.im has launched their multi-protocol instant messaging app for BlackBerry. Also available on Android and iPhone, imo is a web-based communications service that enables users to hold text, voice and video chats across multiple instant messaging protocols.

The Beta app currently supports MSN, Skype, Yahoo Messenger, Google Talk, Facebook, AIM/ICQ, Jabber, MySpace and Hyves with more features being added in the coming weeks. This web-based instant messanging suite supports concurrent sessions so you can be logged in on the desktop and on your phone simultaneously.

Appearing in BlackBerry App World soon,

imo is currently available as an over-the-air download.[qrcode pix=180]https://imo.im/blackberry[/qrcode]

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Multiprotocol IM client imo beta now available for BlackBerry

 

Today imo has announced a beta version of their multiprotocol IM client for BlackBerry. The app is free to download and features multiple services including AIM, Yahoo!, Gtalk, Skype, Jabber, MSN and more. The company has had a web app for quite some time, but this is the first release for BlackBerry Smartphones. While it’s still a bit rough around the edges, imo is a pretty decent client if you like the ability to use multiple IM services all in one place. There are plenty of features to keep most users happy, and pretty much all of the “big name” services are included. The app is free (for now) in it’s beta form and will soon be on the way to BlackBerry App World. Hit the link below from your device to download. Keep reading for some more screen shots.

Download imo OTA to your device[qrcode pix=150]https://imo.im/bb_app/imo.jad[/qrcode]
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Telus joins forces with Rdio: Offers Direct Billing

Telus announced today that they’ve partnered with Rdio to offer streaming music services. Rdio was launched in 2010 by former Skype founder Janus Friis. They offer nearly 9 million songs on demand, and incorporates social networking elements into their service.

The Telus partnership come evident in carrier billing at a cost of $10/month. Might not seem like a big deal for most, but for mr it means one less thing to remember to pay each month. That price gives you unlimited access to all tracks on the PC, Mac, iOS (iPhone and iPad apps), Android, BlackBerry and Windows Phone.

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Skype App Coming Soon to BlackBerry PlayBook?

According to sources, the wait for Skype app in tablets could soon come to an end. Early reports have given proof of Skype for PlayBook and the Ipad. The popular company has recently been acquired by Microsoft for a mere 8.5 billion which proves how important and vital it is to the world of technology. With the boost of the tablet market, I’m not surprised they are ready to join the market and provide video conferencing with users all over the world. Unlike the native video chat which already comes included in the PlayBook, Skype will be able to be used from desktop/laptop to tablet and vice versa.

The following is a leaked muted video from the Swedish company, Skype, which provides a demo of the app and how it should or will look on an Ipad.

Video courtesy of HolyMoly

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How to get Skype on your BlackBerry PlayBook

As of yet there is no native Skype app for the BlackBerry PlayBook, but there is a nice workaround that allows you to use Skype from your PlayBook by taking advantage of Adobe Flash v10.3 support in the browser. The same goes for using GTalk, Yahoo, MSN, and a few others as well. How does it work? Simply go to http://imo.im/ from your PlayBook’s browser and then sign in to one of the many messaging application options.

I tried it myself, and the Skype calling works pretty good. The PlayBook’s QNX microphone picked up the sound very well, and the speed was pretty fast, not much delay. Let us know if you give it a try, and how it works for you?

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