Software of CES 2009

CES may owe its soul to gadgets, but let's not forget the software behind the electronics. Here's a glimpse of the software side of CES.

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January 9, 2009 11:16 AM PST

By: Jessica Dolcourt

Skype has got heavy competition, but the popular VoIP client that made a big splash in 2003 has made a necessary move in Skype Lite. The 'thin' Java client takes a back-to-basics approach with calling and instant messaging on five big phone brands: Nokia, LG, Motorola, Samsung, and Sony Ericsson. Plus one to grow on--the T-Mobile G1 running Google Android.

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