Many of you will have a longing for making video calls from your Iphone by Skype. But so far this feature isn’t supported. Cross your fingers because Skype is about to launch video calling for Iphone 4 with 3G support and also for Ipod touch 3G, soon. This update allows IPhone users to make and receive Skype-to-Skype calls, and to call mobiles and landlines around the world at very low rates for the first time over their 3G data connection, probably this update will make Skype a killer app. Skype has been having some problems lately, with all crashes and bugs and what not, but recently Skype announced that they would participate at one of the panels for “Video Calling” at CES. Skype is now working to reappear after the recent service problems it had given all its users around the world. Have a look with the insights of this pre-launch; you will bounce high in the sky.

This update will bring a trial period, that you can make calls from Skype to Skype on 3G for free until the end of 2010 (operator data charges will be applied). However, Skype-to-Skype calls over Wi-Fi will still remain free. Details of pricing will be announced in the coming months and will be in line with Skype's commitment to providing customers with great value.

At first, facetime restricted their callers that they were only able to call through Wi-Fi and for this they had to find a spot for Wi-Fi connection. Skype will take-off this hurdle and will let you call using 3G networks which have been a vast demand for times. So keep up the conversation with Skype everywhere you go, and wherever you want to call in the world. If you turn your device into landscape mode, the camera picture will automatically rotate. In both portrait and landscape mode double tapping anywhere on your screen will zoom the picture to take up the full extent of the screen. Double tapping again will take the picture back to its normal size. But, iPhone does not support group video calling. While on a Skype video call the sound will always be played through the loudspeaker, unless a headset is plugged into the device. At any time during a Skype video call you can choose to turn off the video. Tap the Camera button and select the No Camera option. To turn the video back on tap the Camera button again and then tap the camera you want to switch on.

Additional new features

Speed: Whenever, you start this application it will shoot in seconds without bothering you to wait. You also get Rapid access to the dial pad from the home screen.

Call quality indicator: Now, no need to launch this app without having an idea of quality depending on 3G networks because this app will have an Enhanced call quality indicator which will help you to make calls in the best instant.

Quality matters: What if you aren’t able to hear your conversation clearly, then what’s the use of making calls ? For this, Skype has near CD-quality sound for Skype to Skype calls using wideband audio on IPhone 3GS or 2nd generation IPod touch and onwards.

How will you get Skype on your Iphone ?

After all you need Skype app on your Iphone to make use of the discussed things then simply download Skype from the Apple App store for free from your Iphone.

What are the requirements for making call ?

To make Video Call: For making video calls from skype you will need an iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, 3rd generation iPod touch, 4th generation iPod touch or an iPad. All these devices are supported to make calls with skype. You will only be able to get watch by your contacts if your device has a camera. If you have an iPhone or iPod touch with two cameras – front and rear – you will be able to switch between them during a Skype video call. If you have an iPhone 3GS it will always use the rear camera. You can make Skype video calls by using a Wi-Fi or 3G connection (Additional data charges may apply. Check with your operator for details for 3G). The quality of the video will depend upon the available network condition

Operating System: Make sure your device is running IOS 4.0 or above and that you are using Skype should be  3.0 or above. To whom you want to call must have Skype for Windows version 4.2 and above, Skype for Mac OS X version 2.8 and above or Skype for iPhone 3.0 and above.

An additional tip for Better video calling
The quality of the video you send and receive from your IPhone will depend upon the quality and bandwidth available on the Wi-Fi or 3G network you are connected to. For best results, make sure you have nothing else running that might use up your bandwidth.