
We are heading for the totally wireless gadget Internet: TV, radio and telephony are slowly making it to the net as well. Skype is already a great tool - I use it on a daily basis. For many business users it has replaced all the other instant messenger like AIM or ICQ.
Many people already got rid of their land line or only own one to have DSL - cell phones are the way to go. But I guess Internet phones will substitute sooner or later, because they offer an open basis and more possibilities for less money.
So cell phone providers will face the same struggle as classic telephone carriers and media companies: new technology will destroy their old and overpriced business model.
The new 3 Skype Phone are only available in a few countries, but the rates are amazingly low.