Microsoft has released beta version of IM application. Windows Live Messenger built on Microsoft - "Live" initiative and features Windows Live Call. Windows Live Call is a VoIP service that allows Live Messenger users to call each other for free.
The Windows Live VoIP service is provided by Verizon and will be offered in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany, France and Spain. The service will soon expand to other countries like Austria, Belgium, Finland, Ireland, Italy and the Netherlands in coming weeks.
Philips and Uniden have announced their new phones which are compatible with Live Messenger and Live Call. Uniden-WIN1200 Philips-VOIP433 are both available now for around $100. According to Microsoft's press release:
"Windows Live Messenger is changing the way people communicate and stay in touch,” said Martin Taylor, corporate vice president of Windows Live and MSN at Microsoft. "With powerful sharing, collaboration and communications tools designed to put the user firmly in control of their communications experience, Windows Live Messenger is a key part of the foundation of Windows Live. The several million consumers already in the managed beta have been giving us great feedback, and we’re excited to make the beta of Windows Live Messenger to users worldwide."
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