CANADA IT — Mar 20 — A Canadian startup, EQO Communications, introduced a mobile service enabling Skype users to exchange instant messages and make VoIP calls over a wireless network. The service works on more than 40 models of phones that run J2ME. Said EQO CEO Bill Tam 'for folks who have been using SMS…we allow them to cross the chasm from the online world to instantly exchange text messages in the mobile universe.' Mr. Tam believes his service will enable Skype users to connect with services like LinkedIn and Friendster, as well as matchmaking services, through their mobile phones. 'The mobile carriers are looking to leverage online communities,' he said. 'The notion of your identity following you is a key advantage.'
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