Simple Frings

Following on from my new phone last week I'd like to introduce you to Fring.

I've been mighty impressed with this little app which is available for free from http://m.fring.com on most handsets aside from Android which is a little disappointing. I'm sure it won't be long before Android support is available though.

So what is Fring? Frings a single portal for all IM and VOIP services available online. Firstly you can use it to update your facebook and twitter, keep an eye of your emails and text people via Skype. The interface has a nice touch which enables you to merge contacts on all the different services to show as just one.

Let's not forget this is free as long as you have a data inclusive package on your mobile. But the very best bit is the integration of VOIP into the handset, you can contact call other Fring users directly or call out to Skype/MSN messenger call all for free. If you compare this to the official Skype phone app that requires you to make a call out of you inclusive minutes its a real bonus.

Frings not perfect yet though. The options are hidden deep in the program which is a little confusing at first plus whenever it switches between wifi and 3g it makes the E71 vibrate for no good reason.

Over 3g there is a definate issue of lag on the calls but on a wifi connection thats really not a problem. I'd recommend you give it a go if you have even a couple of scummy student mates that make the most of skype.