EQO.com - Social Networking On the Go

EQO is a communications company which integrates mobile technology with social networking. They offer VoIP for mobile phones so that you can stay in touch with your IM contacts and social networks. They also provide integration with Skype, Jabber, MSN, Yahoo, ICQ, Hi5, Xanga and Tagworld among others. Users can make calls to their Skype pals, and they can also take advantage of SkypeOut to make cheap international calls, without having to be at a computer. MySpace members can go Mobile with EQO"s widgets which allow users to send text/images displaying location and mood. The Click-to-chat and Click-to-IM features make it simple to start a conversation. This way you can update your info and stay in touch while you"re on the road. Registration is free, you"ll need to provide your cell phone number as well as make and model.

“Take your IM buddies and online friends with you on your mobile phone. Stay connected on all your IM networks: AIMâ„¢, ICQâ„¢, MSNâ„¢, Yahooâ„¢, GoogleTalkâ„¢, Jabberâ„¢ and Skypeâ„¢. Plus you can send text and picture messages and link calls to your friends.”

The company has been named one of Canada´s top Up and Comers by the Branham Group; it was a Victor Finalist award winner, and it´s garnered quite a bit of attention. With this latest investment, EQO will expand its capabilities to facilitate communications and enable full integration.

Will the mobile MySpace, Skype etc combo gain traction? Is this just one of another mobile mashups?