“Windows-based VoIP users rejoice! An open Beta of Skype 3 began today, and you can download and install the client freely at the address below. Features new to the revised client include public chatrooms, click-to-call and Skypecasts.”Here is some more Tech News from around the web:
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- Sony Ericsson W950i @ Hardware Zone
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IRC just not Skype-y enough for you?
Head to Wired News for a quick preview of Skype 3, then follow their link to download it. The majority of the improvements are focused around conferencing and IRC like public chatting.
