The new Skype Prime Launches

15Mar07

Skype is challenging their models with the launch of Skype Prime, a service that lets you charge for audio and video calls via Skype. Ether’s pay-for-calls model which works on normal phones. However, a challenge from Skype could be troublesome for Ether. The service, which is paid for using your Skype credit, allows consultants to charge a one-off fee or by the minute. In a move that might actually signify the first worthwhile synergy between Skype and eBay (!), consultants are paid via Paypal. The percentage taken by Skype, however, is hefty: 30%. Last time I checked, Ether only took 15%.

Skype Prime is currently only available on the Windows version, and both users need to download the latest version to make it work.

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