Whats the best SMS alternative?

[macswitcha2]

I am learning that you can send Text messages for free through transferring data apps, which is the best one?


I will like to know because the text message service on iphone is expensive!

 

[pelicanflip]

Beejive, buzz buzz.

 

[roeiboot]

so you can use Beejive to sent sms to who ever ? and receive as well ? this could be useful for me.....

 

[AiralynRose]

I would suggest just using an instant message client, especially if you already have one with a screen name that your friends know. This way you can send texts and it will show your screen name associated with them.

There are also some texting apps in the store, I don't use them so I can't recommend any specifically. Just go read the reviews and look at the features that each offers. You're definitely going to want one that supports push notifications though. That way you can get messages while you're not in the app.

so you can use Beejive to sent sms to who ever ? and receive as well ? this could be useful for me.....

They will be able to reply to your messages. However, they can't just send you a message out of the blue.

 

[mozart11]

Google Voice

 

[macswitcha2]

Google Voice

I have google voice and saw that but how can you use google voice on iphone? is there an app? Right now, I only can access google voice through the internet on my iMac.

Ok, I just texted someone by using my iMac and saved the name to the number and all and notice that the reply is coming from a 406 area code even though it indicates the sender's name.

Are all these messages free? You mean ATT will not charge me for the text messages?

 

[roeiboot]

thanks guys... the thing is i want to sent/receive sms without them showing up on the on-line account :]

 

[macswitcha2]

thanks guys... the thing is i want to sent/receive sms without them showing up on the on-line account :]

That's what I want to know, does any GV activity show up on my ATT account?

 

[Oskee2001]

The Google Voice app was rejected by Apple, but the web app version may work once GV goes live for mobile devices, so keep an eye out. The other problem with that, however, is that you'll have to choose a new phone number for yourself.

 

[macswitcha2]

The Google Voice app was rejected by Apple, but the web app version may work once GV goes live for mobile devices, so keep an eye out. The other problem with that, however, is that you'll have to choose a new phone number for yourself.

Yeah, but that does not answer my question. Without the phone app, can I send free text messages?