Hi guys,

Since we are on the topic of Skype on the N900. I though I ask this question which I havent been able to find an answer for.

How much data does Skype take up if connected to a 3G?

The reason why I ask this is because, Orange/Vodafone's Unlimited Internet is capped at 500mb. I got a shock when my data usage was over 600mb which doesnt seem right to me because all I use it for is emails and the occassionally surfing of the web.

The only thing I can think of is when I log onto the built in IM (facebook, MSN) VOip and Skype logs on as well. Exactly how much data does this take up?

Any thoughs on this?

Thanks.

Just wanted to add to this thread that I'm on Voda and Skype works fine for me.

Network operators blocking/shaping Skype traffic are short sighted... In a couple of years it'll all be VOIP so they should just adopt 3's approach and get on the 'dumb pipe' bandwagon.

What is all this Global firmware stuff? I have an N900 on a Nokia Vodafone contract and have absolutely no issues whatsoever regarding Skype of and IM programme.

I thought the issue with N900 bought direct from Vodafone is that Vf had added thire own version of firmware (including Vf360) that inhibited VOIP.

It is not, as far as I am aware a UK firmware issue, and the recent update workd just fine. Trouble is that mine is now at the menders

VOIP works fine for me too. Vodafone UK.

I've used Google Talk to google talk and that was fine. Still not used skype though. And I havent noticed any vodafone firmware stopping VOIP. They even promote the VOIP calls on their website with the N900.

remember your n900 is downloading full webpages now, not just some shrunk down wap site. good tip is to access all ur regular websites via wifi first... all images etc will be downloaded to ur cache. then you will download less when you access via 3g. also ive read that a few mb is used up is you refresh you app manager a lot. also widgets updating etc... reset my dataplan counter 2 days ago and ive built up 144mb....

i rang vodaphone. they said they wont charge for over usage of your 500mb. unless you do it all the time. they will also ring you tol let you know you are close to your limit

im on 02, and ive used skype a couple of times to make voice calls. But I didnt notice a charge? Ive got the unlimited web bolt on with my contract.
I read the info in the link and O2 said "We do not as a general rule block access to voice over IP services on our network. However, in the case of unlimited data services such as our data bolt on and iPhone tariffs, VoIP is prohibited within the excessive use policy,'
Im therefore assuming that if i was to abuse it or use it regurarly then they will charge me for this as they will know?
I also note that they prohibit audio/video streaming and p2p?!
Whats the point in having the package if people are going to worry about their bill when surfing sites like YouTube etc, or for people who are streaming videos/audio from a server setup on their PC via their 3G connection?!

At the moment on my O2 simplicity contract I can use VoIP, MSN, Skype and streaming audio/video without issues. I quite frequently journey up and down the M27 Motorway with Fusion Radio Chicago streaming.

This recent stink kick up could change all that. The service won't be dramatically affected if they sort out bandwidth issues! P2P I can agree with a block on, use a broadband line for this as it hoards so many connections and bandwidth.

p2p should not be blocked as it falls under data package. But if your downloading all the time then only you should be blocked from that service or bandwidth limited.
VOIP i can understand as they stand to lose a lot of money on that but then again iphone has been out for ages and its always had these things so why decide to block or charge for all this nw?! :-/

FYI anyone on Vodafone can get their data allowance upped to 3Gb/mo for an extra tenner

Thanks for the info.

Are there any widgets that allows you to check data usage seperately for wifi data usage and 3g?

I only know of one, but I think its the total data used..