fring today further underlined its leading position as the only true end-to-end mVoIP (mobile VoIP) application provider certified by Symbian ˜Signed for Nokia Program'. Operating on all Nokia S60 3rd edition handsets, fringsters can now talk and chat over Skype, Google Talk and MSN Messenger in addition to other fring users, for free.
fring is a free, PC-independent, downloadable mobile phone application that enables anyone with a compatible handset1 to talk and chat for free. fring users calling over 3G mobile networks use only the data within their existing subscription agreement and are not charged for air time. fring can also be used over Wi-Fi at home, in the office or at the many "hot spot cafes making mobile calls completely free. fring is mobile-operator independent and is available by SMS invitation from a fring user or by registering at www.fring.com.
"fring was the first true peer-to-peer mVoIP application for S60 2nd edition (Symbian 8) handsets, and is now the first 3rd party mVoIP application to be certified by Symbian for use with all Nokia S60 3rd edition (Symbian 9) handsets," commented Avi Shechter, co-founder and CEO. "fring is a break for freedom for users who demand real mobile independence and who want to leverage the power and freedom of the Internet from their mobile phones, roaming freely between wireless network operators (GPRS, 3G, Wi-Fi) and enjoying the benefits of multiple IM providers (Skype, Google Talk and MSN Messenger).
As a testament to its leadership position, fring will be awarded the Nokia "application of the week, presented on Nokia's S60 and Developer websites on Tuesday February 13 at http://www.s60.com/life/application/ and http://www.nokia.com/A4126195.
fring is also a member of the Forum Nokia PRO program that provides developers with protocols and market insights for enhanced development of Nokia compatible programmes.
About fring
fring is a mobile Voice over Internet Protocol (mVoIP) product that allows users to make free calls over mobile and cellular data networks or a Wi-Fi connection. fring uses 3G over mobile phone networks and therefore provides a continuous call connection over Wi-Fi, 3G and GPRS. It is 100% free with no subscription costs; consumers simply pay for the data they use under their existing subscription agreement. Completely PC independent, fring requires no additional hardware and no location limitations (e.g. Wi-Fi hotspots). fring also integrates with Skype, Google Talk and MSN networks, meaning their users can now make Skype, Google Talk and MSN Messenger calls from their mobile on any mobile network.
fring also offers the option of Wi-Fi connectivity. It works over Wi-Fi networks in the home, office or on the move. Users can identify the network they want to use, enter necessary security details and assign a profile. For further information please visit www.fring.com.
Notes to editors:
- This product uses Skype but is not endorsed or certified by Skype
- The fring, fringsters, fring a friend and fring logos are trademarks of fringland Ltd.
- (a) The fring application is already compatible with the following handsets: Nokia models, 6630, 6680, 6681, 6682, N70, N72, N80, N80i, N90,Nokia N71, N73, N75, N91, N92, N93, E60, E61 and E70
