Fring brings group video calling to Android.

Fring, a Skype competitor, has updated its app to include group video calls. It is now possible to add up to 4 persons to a live voice or video call provided you have a good 3G, 4G or WiFi connection. Fring is completely free and is available on two platforms: Android and iPhone.

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Update: Fring sends explanatory email to users about feud with Skype.

I'm publishing the email I just got from Fring about the issue with skype.

Hello fringsters,

As you may have noticed, Skype has blocked fring. We are very sorry for any inconvenience this Skype policy has unfairly caused you.

As loyal fring users, you deserve an explanation: Last week, following the surge in fring video calling traffic, fring service to Skype was temporarily reduced . Unfortunately, Skype and their legal team demanded not to restore your connectivity to Skype via fring.

Needless to say, we are very disappointed that Skype is now trying to muzzle competition, even at the expense of its own users.

While we regret Skype's decision to block fring, we are committed to continuing to provide you with market-leading innovation, to keep you in touch with your friends, wherever they are.

On fring you can freely use the best mobile over internet communication like video calling, calls and chat anywhere (3G/4G/WiFi) on any advanced Smartphone.

So, if you are frustrated like us with communication barriers, and are just looking for a fun and easy way to stay in touch with your friends on the go, tell them about fring and

invite your friends to join fring here

We appreciate your support and look forward to continuing to provide you with great mobile innovations.

Let freedom fring!

the fringTEAM.

How come Skype still does not have an application for Android yet? 

Fring adds video calls to Android.

Checking my Nexus One this morning, I saw an update for Fring that brings video calls capability to Android devices. I think this is a great addition. No matter whether your device has a front-face camera or not, it just works. Obviously, not having a  front-face camera like the Nexus One requires flipping the device over. Now video calls is nice, but also resource intensive. The update won't even show up on your Android phone if it does not meet the minimum requirements.
The update is available through Android Market.