Wed 27 Jun 2007
In this posting, I would like to discuss Gizmo and iSkoot. If you miss my previous posting, here is the link to the first posting and second posting.
Gizmo
Web site: http://www.gizmoproject.com/
Technology: SIP, Jabber (for IM)
IM support: Skype, MSN, Yahoo! Messenger
What I like:
- It is integrated nicely into the built-in S60 Contacts application. No need separate application. Since it is integrated into S60 Contacts application, synchronization is not needed.
What I don?t like:
- It takes too long initiate a voice call. Sometimes, the call cannot be even initiated.
- Setting up the IM services is very complicated. It uses text console. Some end users may find it very difficult to use.
Update (07-Sep-2007): The latest version of Gizmo has shown improvements. I don’t see the problem with “initiating a voice call takes too long”.
iSkoot
Web site: http://www.iskoot.com/
Technology: VoIP over cellular
IM support: Skype
What I like:
- Since it uses VoIP over cellular technology, we do not need WiFi connection to make a phone call. Again, this solution is not suitable for us who are in a roaming area.
- The user interface is pretty simple. This has drawback too because it does not support many features, such as call log.
- Suitable for a Skype user. You don?t need to setup another ?call-out? account. Simply use your SkypeOut.
What I don’t like:
- No support of popular IM services, such as Yahoo! Messenger, MSN, Google Talk or Jabber.
- Cannot import contacts from the phone book.
- No caller ID support. Although it uses cellular to make a phone call; the caller’s number does not show up on the callee’s phone.
Bonus Link
- Which VoIP Applications To Use - Part I
- Which VoIP Applications To Use - Part II
- Which VoIP Applications To Use - Part IV
- Which VoIP Applications To Use - Part V