Download Skype WiFi for iPhone, iPad - Free

A free Skype WiFi app that allows you to pay on a per-minute basis for WiFi Internet access is now available from Skype Software.

Formerly known as Skype Access, Skype WiFi is now available on iOS platforms as well.

As a native iOS app, it lets you quickly access one of over 1 million WiFi hotspots around the world, including hotels, airports, train stations, convention centres, bars and restaurants, and pay on a per-minute basis when you're abroad looking to update Facebook, send a tweet, make a Skype call or upload photos.

The app basically lets you bypass data roaming charges, and it also eliminates the need to buy an hour / day WiFi voucher if you're only looking to make a quick Skype call, or simply to check your email.

“Skype WiFi is great for travellers all over the world,” Shadi Mahassel blogs for Skype. “It's a must-have app, for your iPhone or iPad whether you're on a business trip or enjoying holidays abroad. Skype WiFi offers you a cost-effective and easy way to get online with an iPod Touch, iPhone or iPad.”

These are the official instructions for downloading and using the Skype WiFi app:

 • Go to the App Store and download the Skype WiFi app
 • Open the Skype WiFi app for iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad
 • Sign in with your Skype account details or visit Skype.com to create a new account
 • Tap Go Online and you're online!
 • Once you've finished, just tap Disconnect

Skype WiFi will be free around the globe from Saturday 20th August 00:00 until Sunday 21st August 23:59 BST for a maximum of 60 minutes, in celebration of its release on the iTunes App Store.

Skype WiFi is compatible with iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad and requires iOS 3.0 or later.

Download Skype WiFi for iOS (Free)