VoIP on PSP and Nintendo DS

VoIP isn’t all fun and games, or is it?

VoIP internet phone service isn’t just for talking anymore. Game companies are leveraging VoIP technology for geek entertainment on their portable game devices the Nintendo DS and the Sony PSP.

Nintendo seems to be the current leader in game hardware. The Wii impressed businesses and gamers alike but the recent release of the VoIP enabled microphone/headphone set for the Nintendo DS keeps them wanting more. Nintendo DS also made news with the recent release of Midway’s classic arcade title, Gauntlet. The VoIP capable Nintendo DS game will feature online play and VoIP chat.

The other big dog, SONY now offers portable voice and video chat via VoIP technology on the PSP. Go!Messenger offers Skype functionality and a nice slim new look. Go!Messenger lets you:

• Make voice calls to other PSP users
• Video chat with friends
• Video Messaging
• Instant Messaging

Using Skype on a PSP allows users to make free calls to anyone using their service on a PSP or other portable devices a PC, Pocket PC or Mac internationally within range of a WiFi signal.
Additionally Skype and other VoIP providers offer great rates for landline calls as well as mobile phone service.