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You can now make calls with your iPod Touch (2nd Generation)!

April 25, 2009 by Ian Brown 1 Comment

Just found out that you can now make calls with your iPod Touch by using VOiP software like Skype and JaJah. You need a 2nd generation iPod Touch to do it.

Here is a quick breakdown how to do it:

First of all, you need a 2nd generation iPod Touch. To find out which version you have, go here:

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1353

If you do have a 2nd Gen iPod Touch, get an earbud and mic at Target for $10 like this one:

http://www.consumer.philips.com/consumer/en/hk/consumer/cc/_productid_SHH1610_00_HK_CONSUMER/Headphones-to-phone-connector+SHH1610-00

Or you can get one from Apple like this one:

http://store.apple.com/us/product/MB770G/A?fnode=MTY1NDA3NA&mco=MTczMjUyMg

Then, you can either download Skype (www.skype.com), or go to www.jajah.com, and start making calls like you would if you were on your computer.

Here’s an article that discusses it somewhat:

http://iphonetouch.blorge.com/2009/02/05/how-to-turn-your-ipod-touch-into-an-iphone-with-one-simple-app/

I have not tried it yet, so comment below and let me know how you make out!

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Written by Ian Brown
Ian has been involved with computers since very young. He took his first computer class when he was just 8 years old. He always had an affinity for computers, but never really took it seriously. It was not until he graduated from college and experienced the real world for a while did he realize that computers may be where his talent and passion lie. He has since branched out into Internet marketing and LOVES it. He currently resides in Los Angeles where he services clients ranging from residential to small business to celebrities.