Skype Hypes New Deals For Hardware, Software.

This article reports on the decision of eBay-owned PC Voice over Internet Protocol (VolP) service, Skype, to launch a version of its calling software, a hardware from third-party manufacturers and partnerships to enhance its personal computer calling features. The Skype 2.5 calling software which was released in beta, builds out the program's ability to call non-Skype users. SOYO, VoIP equipment maker, has joined the service with the introduction of the U201 IP USB Skypecertified handset. Lastly, Skype announced a deal with three music publishing companies to offer licensed musical ringtones for Skype users.