Mobiboo, the UK's first commercial VoIP WiFi network operator, today announced the official launch of its mobile VoIP service.

"The cost-savings of VoIP have already been proven by companies such as Skype.  Mobiboo has gone one step further to replicate a true mix of traditional mobile, DECT and landline phone services to provide both residential and business customers with a credible alternative, thus giving real value for money. In a nut shell, a mobile number, DECT functionality and landline pricing with the additional coverage available with WiFi." explained Richard Newsome, Commercial Director at Mobiboo.

The service will enable users to make calls via UTStarcom's F3000 whenever they are in range of an open WiFi hotspot or wireless router.

John McCall, UK Manager at UTStarcom, explains the growth in demand for services like Mobiboo's: "There has been a massive growth in demand for mobile Voice-over-IP devices as the number of public WiFi hotspots and prevalence of wireless routers in people's homes and offices increases. The Mobiboo service enables consumers to reap the benefits of VoIP, whilst retaining the familiarity of the traditional mobile experience."