Packet8 has launched MobileTalk for iPhone users (as well as other cellphones) that claims to save over 90% on international calls for mobile phone calls. This is not actually a VoIP application. What it does is offer a compelling service for mobile phone users that make a lot of international calls that does not require a data plan.

MobileTalk for the iPhone is a web app that allows you to use service without a monthly fee. MobileTalk claims to intelligently redirect your international calls to an access number in the same area code as your mobile phone number, and connects the call over the Packet8 VoIP phone service network. This way you pay for a local cell phone call (using your minutes) and pay the much lower Packet 8 rate per minute for the international call.

Alternatives to MobileTalk are Raketu, RingFree, iPhoneGnome, Talkety, Truphone or JAJAH.

iCall looks very compelling as a native VoIP app, but it is not available yet. Closest thing to a native VoIP app for the iPhone right now is fring.

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