Skype now available for the iPad

Earlier today the Skype app for the iPad was released, but was then quickly pulled off the iTunes App Store. According to Skype, the release was a bit premature which was why they had to pull it off the store, but in less than 24 hours, it appears that the app is good to go, at least that’s what the Skype blog is saying.

Supposedly the app has now been properly optimized for the iPad and will feature:

• Two-way video calling.* With Skype video calling available on iPhones, as well as in Skype for Android, Skype for Mac, Skype for Windows, Skype on HDTVs and more – you can connect to over 170 million Skype connected users worldwide**.

• Instant messaging. You can even instant message during a video call on your iPad, with emoticons to personalize your message.

• Simple to view contacts. Contacts are now displayed in a grid on Skype for iPad, showing large avatar photos – making it easy to find your contacts and conversations.

• Easy navigation. Find your recent Skype conversations and history at the touch of a button making searching simple
• Simple SMS texting. An SMS text message can be sent by simply opening a contact and selecting SEND SMS or by opening the dial pad, typing in the number you wish to SMS and then typing your message.