The Download Squad has news of Google Talk:

‘Google Talk, Google’s long-expected entry into the IM and VoIP market, has arrived. As predicted, Google Talk is a full-fledged IM client based on the open Jabber protocol with VoIP thrown in for good measure.

Here’s a quick run-down of what Google Talk has to offer: Basic IM capabilities, high-quality and easy to use VoIP, complete integration with Gmail, and a simple, ads-free interface. Read on for our preliminary review and a glimpse into Google Talk’s future.’

Looks like the release is getting very close - Google Rumors are talking about Jabber Servers firing up and have the following screen capture of Google Talk.

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