Talkonaut.com - Launching IM for your Mobile

Developed by a pair of Russians, Talkonaut is based on GTalk2VoIP gateway technology, which enables you to use Google Talk and MSN messenger and Yahoo and AIM on your cell phone; did I forget to mention that ICQ works as well? Just download the software to your phone and you´ll be able to keep up with your contact list while you´re on the go. Talkonaut uses J2ME, so any Java enabled phone should be able to use itâ€"that´s more than 200 handsets, according to the site. With Talkonaut you´ll be making cheap VoIP calls all over the world. Try it yourself, there´s no registration, and the service is “freely available”. The site´s in Russian too if you find the English page confusing.

“Talkonaut is freely available Google Talk like application for your mobile phone.”

Talkonaut lets users keep up with their buddies even when they´re away from the computer. IM messages are free to send, and SMS and calls come at a low cost. Looks like it could come in handy for those who like to be constantly connected. The interface seems fairly uncomplicated and easy to use.

Judging from the questionable website aesthetic and the ESL English, the efficacy of the site looks iffy. Will they be able to work out all the kinks, and provide top-notch service? How will they make enough revenue to keep everything up-to-date and in working order?