Skype, the global leader in providing phone through the internet, has announced that it will make its services available in AT&T’s 3rd generation network. There has been a lot of speculation over this and finally it has arrived, much to the relief of the millions of users of AT&T’s 3G services.

Earlier this facility was available only for iPhone users who had Wi-Fi internet connection. This move will enable people to make cheaper phone calls as long as they are connected to either of the two networks. It is a great move, especially for those who frequently make overseas calls. They will considerably cut down their bills.

AT&T had made the announcement of allowing phone calls through the Internet, popularly known as VoIP way back in October 2009 and but there were some changes needed to be made before it was possible. Apple made these changes in the terms of services in February’10 and now we finally have VoIP in AT&T’s network.

The Skype application is absolutely free of cost so long as the calls are made to Skype users but for calls to non Skype users come at a price. The costs vary from country to country.

According to Skype, the reason for the delay in the 3G service was due to the fact that it wanted to ensure that the user experience is seamless and hence it spent a lot of time and resource researching and developing the service. Also users will be able to use other applications while making phone calls.