

Users anticipating the fuller features of the newly updated Skype for Windows Mobile beta won't find them in this debut version. You'll be able to IM other Skype friends in addition, an activity best done with a data plan. Skype Lite is truly that: a back-to-basics build that allows the customary cut-rate international calling to Skype contacts, and also calling credits to non-Skype buddies using the SkypeOut service. The app has been available in beta form for a growing number of handsets on, and isn't expected to change in this initial release. In addition, Skype Lite will also be available on Thursday to about 100 models of Motorola, Sony Ericsson, Nokia, LG, and Samsung phones. Skype is submitting the app to Google's Android Market on Thursday morning, though it could take Google a few days to offer it for download. Skype Lite marks the communication company's first native VoIP client for Java. Skype announced on Thursday the forthcoming release of Skype Lite for Google Android and other Java-enabled phones.
