Our 3 Skypephone S2 Review

3 Skypephone S2

If you are forever using Skype and you like the idea of getting free calls on your mobile, then you need to get hold of the new 3 Skypephone S2 mobile phone, because it has just the kind of benefits you’re after. You’ll be able to take advantage of phoning other Skype users in your phonebook without having to pay anything for the privilege, and that makes this a very useful mobile phone to keep with you.

This is a cool looking handset; it’s black and sleek looking and the makers have managed to fit in a sizeable screen without making the handset itself too large. The S2 has a 2.2 inch colour screen that really makes this mobile phone very good looking and very user friendly.

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If you’re a keen photographer then you will like having the 3.2 megapixel camera on board to use while you are out and about, and the internet capabilities of the 3 Skypephone S2 make it easy to share the photos you take with your readers on the internet if you have your own blog.

The S2 is also a must if you are into social networking. It has been designed to be compatible with Facebook so you can access the site quickly and easily whenever the mood takes you. Plus you can use quicklinks to connect to Windows Live Messenger or Google in a flash using HSDPA (High-Speed Downlink Packet Access).

3 Skypephone S2 flat

The layout of the keypad is familiar and yet there are some changes from the previous Skypephone mobile phone model. The keys are made from metal so they feel more robust and they are one of the main reasons why their small size isn’t a problem to use. The 3 Skypephone S2 feels like a phone that is built to last.

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But there is even more to the S2 mobile phone than the fact that you can enjoy free texts and phone calls with the other Skype users you have in your phone book. Another exciting feature of the 3 Skypephone S2 is its ability to double up as a USB Modem. It comes pre-loaded HSDPA 3.6 modem drivers, so you can just plug your 3 Skypephone S2 into your laptop or PC and get online straight away.

Whatever you think about the 3 Skypephone S2 mobile phone, this is one versatile handset - jam packed with features, super stylish and easy to use – and is receiving a lot of press attention.

• Mix and Match Plans
• Texter Plans
• Internet Texter Plans
• Pay As You Go

Mix and Match Plans

A price plan which gives you flexibility, Mix and Match doesn't tie you a set number of texts and set number of minutes each month. With Mix & Match, you receive a monthly allowance, which you are free to use for texts, minutes or any combination of the two. This is ideal if you find your minutes and text usage fluctuates month by month causing you to exceed either your monthly text or minutes allowance. Mix & Match has been made simple, since 1 minute = 1 text, so you never need to choose between the two.

Value for Money
£12 Promotional Plan
3 Skypephone S2 18 months contract Texts/Minutes 3 to 3 Mins Handset Cost Monthly Cost   100anytime any network mins or texts or any mix of the two 300minutes FREE £12a month
Value for Money
Mix & Match 300
3 Skypephone S2 18 months contract Texts/Minutes 3 to 3 Mins Handset Cost Monthly Cost   300anytime any network mins or texts or any mix of the two 300minutes FREE £15a month
Value for Money
Mix & Match 700
3 Skypephone S2 18 months contract Texts/Minutes 3 to 3 Mins Handset Cost Monthly Cost   700anytime any network mins or texts or any mix of the two 300minutes FREE £21a month
Value for Money
Mix & Match 900
3 Skypephone S2 18 months contract Texts/Minutes 3 to 3 Mins Handset Cost Monthly Cost   900anytime any network mins or texts or any mix of the two 300minutes FREE £24a month
Value for Money
Mix & Match 1100
3 Skypephone S2 18 months contract Texts/Minutes 3 to 3 Mins Handset Cost Monthly Cost   1100anytime any network mins or texts or any mix of the two 300minutes FREE £27a month

Texter Plans

Prefer to text than call? Then Texter Plans are for you! With Unlimited Texts, it's hard to go wrong with Three's Texter Plans (although your thumbs might hurt!). What’s more you get free instant messaging on all Texter plans.

Value for Money
£15 Texter
3 Skypephone S2 18 months contract Texts Minutes Internet Handset Cost Monthly Cost   Unlimited 75anytimeany network N/A FREE £15a month
Value for Money
£25 Texter Offer (VT500 PLUS with Unlimited Texts)
3 Skypephone S2 18 months contract Texts Minutes Internet Handset Cost Monthly Cost   Unlimited 500anytimeany network N/A FREE £25a month
Value for Money
£35 Texter Offer (VT750 with Unlimited Texts)
3 Skypephone S2 18 months contract Texts Minutes Internet Handset Cost Monthly Cost   Unlimited 750anytimeany network N/A FREE £35a month

Internet Texter Plans

Just like Texter Plans, your thumbs may hurt with the Unlimited Texts, but with Internet Texter Plans, there's more! There's also unlimited internet use and unlimited calls to other 3 mobiles, plus an allowance of anytime, any network minutes.

Value for Money
£20 Internet Texter
3 Skypephone S2 24 months contract Texts Minutes Internet Handset Cost Monthly Cost   Unlimited 200anytimeany network Unlimited FREE £20a month
Value for Money
£20 Internet Texter
3 Skypephone S2 18 months contract Texts Minutes Internet Handset Cost Monthly Cost   Unlimited 200anytimeany network Unlimited FREE £20a month
Value for Money
£25 Internet Texter
3 Skypephone S2 24 months contract Texts Minutes Internet Handset Cost Monthly Cost   Unlimited 500anytimeany network Unlimited FREE £25a month
Value for Money
£35 Internet Texter
3 Skypephone S2 24 months contract Texts Minutes Internet Handset Cost Monthly Cost   Unlimited 750anytimeany network Unlimited FREE £35a month

Pay As You Go

PAYG
3 Skypephone S2 No Contract Details Cost   Use your Top-up to buy one of our Stretch bundles and you can double your minutes and texts. Plus get 100 Free 3 to 3 minutes - Free UK Voicemail - Free Skype to Skype calls and messages. Get a Free £10 Top-up when you bring your number with you. £39.99
PAYG
3 Skypephone S2 Black Refurbished No Contract Details Cost   Use your Top-up to buy one of our Stretch bundles and you can double your minutes and texts. Plus get 100 Free 3 to 3 minutes - Free UK Voicemail - Free Skype to Skype calls and messages. Get a Free £10 Top-up when you bring your number with you. £44.99

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	3 Skypephone S2
General
Form Factor	Candybar
Dimensions	103 x 45 x 15 (mm)
Talk Time	270 mins
Standby Time	320 hours
Weight	95 g
Quad Band	Yes
Photo and Video
Integrated Camera	Yes
Camera	3.20 megapixels
Camera Flash	Yes
Video Player	Yes
Phone
Voice Recognition	Yes
Internal Memory	50 MB
Memory Card Type	microSD
Messaging
Photo Messaging	Yes
Predictive Text	Yes
Video Messaging	Yes
Screen
Colour Screen	Yes
Screen Resolution	176 x 220 pixels
Screen Colour Depth	262K colours
Connectivity
3G	Yes
Bluetooth	Yes
Email	Yes
GPRS	Yes
HSDPA	Yes
WAP	Yes
Web Browser	Yes
Music and Radio
MP3 Player	Yes
Additional Content
Downloadable Content	Yes
Downloadable Games	Yes
Downloadable Ringtones	Yes

3 Skypephone S2 Full Specification

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