Facebook is testing free voice calling in the United States. Mark Zuckerberg's social network has begun the limited test using its Messenger app fo...

As we put an eventful 2012 behind us and head into 2013, it's time to gaze into our crystal ball and predict what we can expect to see in the fast-paced telecoms industry in the coming twelve months.

Voice over internet protocol is the future of calling. Just like landlines and the telegraph machine, one day even SIM cards will demand their own spot at the technology museum.

Whenever there is a major sporting occasion that engages the British public, the UK press likes to pen a few stories about how many extra cups of tea will be made during the event by thirsty viewers.

Most people never go anywhere without their mobile these days and there even exists a name for those who experience anxiety when they are without their phone: nomophobia. What's more, O2 claim mobile usage abroad is growing by 100% each year.

Mobile operators blocking Skype, Rebtel and other internet voice calling (VoIP) apps could cause more than 18m British smartphone users to switch netw...