AT&T now allowing iPhone VoIP calls over 3G
By Nilay Patel 
posted October 6th 2009 5:03PM
posted October 6th 2009 5:03PM
AT&T EXTENDS VOIP TO 3G NETWORK FOR IPHONE
DALLAS, October 6, 2009 - AT&T* today announced it has taken the steps necessary so that Apple can enable VoIP applications on iPhone to run on AT&T's wireless network. Previously, VoIP applications on iPhone were enabled for Wi-Fi connectivity. For some time, AT&T has offered a variety of other wireless devices that enable VoIP applications on 3G, 2G and Wi-Fi networks. AT&T this afternoon informed Apple Inc. and the FCC of its decision.
In late summer, AT&T said it was taking a fresh look at VoIP capabilities on iPhone for use on AT&T's 3G network, consistent with its regular review of device features and capabilities to ensure attractive options for consumers.
"iPhone is an innovative device that dramatically changed the game in wireless when it was introduced just two years ago," said Ralph de la Vega, president and CEO, AT&T Mobility & Consumer Markets. "Today's decision was made after evaluating our customers' expectations and use of the device compared to dozens of others we offer."
AT&T allows customers to download or launch on their wireless devices a multitude of compatible applications directly from any lawful Internet website. Additionally, because AT&T uses GSM technology, the most pervasive and open wireless technology platform in the world, we support customers using any GSM phone that works on AT&T's frequencies.
*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.
DALLAS, October 6, 2009 - AT&T* today announced it has taken the steps necessary so that Apple can enable VoIP applications on iPhone to run on AT&T's wireless network. Previously, VoIP applications on iPhone were enabled for Wi-Fi connectivity. For some time, AT&T has offered a variety of other wireless devices that enable VoIP applications on 3G, 2G and Wi-Fi networks. AT&T this afternoon informed Apple Inc. and the FCC of its decision.
In late summer, AT&T said it was taking a fresh look at VoIP capabilities on iPhone for use on AT&T's 3G network, consistent with its regular review of device features and capabilities to ensure attractive options for consumers.
"iPhone is an innovative device that dramatically changed the game in wireless when it was introduced just two years ago," said Ralph de la Vega, president and CEO, AT&T Mobility & Consumer Markets. "Today's decision was made after evaluating our customers' expectations and use of the device compared to dozens of others we offer."
AT&T allows customers to download or launch on their wireless devices a multitude of compatible applications directly from any lawful Internet website. Additionally, because AT&T uses GSM technology, the most pervasive and open wireless technology platform in the world, we support customers using any GSM phone that works on AT&T's frequencies.
*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.
Great news, although I am still not prepared to love or even like AT&T yet. The iPhone just keeps getting better and better though.
Isn't this still pretty much useless as long as the iPhone continues to drops the skype call if there is an incoming cell call, even if you choose to decline the cell call?
I think he's got a lisp and was trying to say thirst
So...I'm guessing you need to keep this app open to be able to receive Skype calls.
Which means you can't do any other work on it (not that you could anyway...) while it's running.
What happen if somebody call me when I am talking with someone in Skype iPhone over 3G?
The skype call gets dropped as soon as the phone rings.
That happens if you are using wifi as well.
I don't understand the point of all this if I still have to pay for a voice plan. I would LOVE to pay only for data and sign up with Skype since I rarely talk on the phone.
So any chance we can get a VoIP app for the blackberry, although the Google voice app is quite good, skype would be useful too.
Anybody know if this will work over EDGE? more specifically, over tmobile EDGE? I just tried and it said that it couldn' because of "contractual" agreements. Meaning Bullshit.
anyone know how to nuke this poser?
hey!!!! I love this step of the AT & T.Finaly it has allowed to use VoIP over 3G.I think it would ease to make a voice communication.So What about Google voice app and Tethering?????Hope we will get it soon.
What annoys me about these restrictions is that they've clearly been designed by AT&T, which is at best a third-world telecoms operator. Yet Apple apply the restrictions worldwide, even to carriers who have stable 3G networks and don't care if you download a (heaven forbid) 20 MB app or use VoIP.
Well I just downloaded the skype app, no luck yet. I'm guessing there will be an update sometime?
I agree that as a community we need to push for support of slingplayer next.
That, for me, the is the sole reason to even consider jailbreaking the darn device.
i have a feeling att's network is about to get so slow having enough bandwidth for checking your email will be a miracle. but then they will actually have a real incentive to make it faster. SLINGBOX.