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Fring for iPhone 1.0.2.4

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  • License:

    Free; iTunes account required

  • Editor's Rating:

    4.0 stars

  • Average User Rating:

    3.0 stars (out of 2 votes) Rate it!

  • Downloads:

    27,007

  • Operating Systems:

    iPhone OS 2.x

  • Additional Requirements:

    iPhone OS 2.0

  • Limitations:

    No limitations

  • Date Added:

    December 09, 2008

  • Previous Versions:

Publisher's description of Fring for iPhone

From fring:

Use fring to make free mobile calls, send instant messages (chat)and transfer files to other fring users and PC-based services such as Skype, Google Talk, MSN Messenger, SIP Twitter, Yahoo! and AIM at no cost beyond your existing 3G/GPRS Internet data plan or free Wi-Fi access, rather than using costly airtime minutes. Combining all of your contacts into one, integrated & searchable list, fring indicates who's online (presence status) and available before dialing. All you need to use fring is a 3G handset with Internet connectivity that is already available from your mobile service provider or through your nearest Wi-Fi hotspot. fring is PC-independent, does not require any proprietary hardware or airtime, and works with phones purchased through any mobile operator. fring is as easy to download as a ringtone.

CNET Editor's Note: The "Download Now" link directs you to the iTunes App Store, where you must continue the download process. You must have iTunes installed in order to open the link, and you must have an active iTunes account to download the application.

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Editor's review of Fring for iPhone

  • 4.5 stars

  • "Free and cheap iPhone calls"
  • Reviewed on: December 9, 2008
  • Version reviewed: Fring for iPhone 1.0.2.4

The free Fring for iPhone is a compelling VoIP caller and multinetwork chat app in one. Tap over to the add-ons section to talk to friends using Skype, SIP, and Windows Live Messenger (MSN), Google Talk, and ICQ's protocols. Like plugging a headset into the PC, Fring's app spells cheap calls to international contacts. Beware though, you'll need a strong Wi-Fi connection to make or receive VoIP calls.

In addition to stretching out your vocal chords, Fring can open conversations for the IM networks above, as well as for AIM and Yahoo. Signing into Twitter from Fring lets you easily read your friends' feeds and update your own status.

While Fring wins points for its solid functionality, it also earns plenty for style. We like the scrolling buddy list with large lettering, the dialer, and the ability to punch one of two huge buttons after selecting a contact's name to place a chat or call. Fring has no capability to monitor your minutes, no hold button, and none of the other accouterments you might want for a regular phone dialer. However, most folks interested in inexpensive overseas bonding will be thrilled with this quick, dirty, and downright decent VoIP caller for iPhone.

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