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The Cloud wi-fi hotspots now free to Vyke users

Published by Fraser MacInnes on December 10, 2007 in Biz & Tech. 0 Comments

clouds-outside.jpgRemember a while back we told you about how Vyke was set to team up with wi-fi provider The Cloud? Of course you do, and you will no doubt be happy to learn that the deal is now officially in place and the service is available now.

Just to recap, this means that if you have an unlimited data contract and install Vyke’s mobile VoIP client on your handset you can use any of The Cloud’s 9,500 hotspots across the country to make VoIP calls. You don’t need a separate account for access with The Cloud and seeing as coverage from the provider is pretty widespread in built-up areas, chances are that if you are a city dweller in the UK there will be ample opportunities to make use of this.

The Cloud has its fingers in more than a few mobile pies now most notably with the iPhone and we have a feeling that as wi-fi and VoIP functions become increasingly common place on mobiles, The Cloud is a name that will crop up ever more frequently. Remember folks, do check your operator’s stance on mobile VoIP before trying to install Vyke and make sure you have an unlimited data contract too.



Vyke Lite gives aid to VoIP-barred handsets

Published by Fraser MacInnes on September 6, 2007 in Applications. 0 Comments

Vyke Logo1.jpgYou have all no doubt heard of the VoIP app Vyke, but what about Vyke Lite? Basically the lite version looks to be a little brother of the Pro edition with a slew of cut down, though very useful features.

Aimed squarely at handsets not capable of running the Pro version, Lite doesn’t offer VoIP calling, nor does it seek to replace your service provider but rather offer a suite of ‘operator independent services’. These include low cost international calls which are provided via a call-back from the Vyke network (which offers much cheaper international calling rates than your typical network) and cheap SMS messages sent via wi-fi too

The whole package is served up with a fresh interface that is fully integrated with your handset’s address book and predictive text entry functions. Not a bad compromise while you’re waiting for that contract to expire.