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AT&T Instant Messaging

Does anyone know if the programs in the AT&T Tilt Instant Messaging use SMS? I have no text plan, so I would hat to use it then get a big bill.

do u bother to search? yes it uses txt.

Yes, AT&T took off WindowsLive with their free messenger that uses your unlimited data service and put on there IM client that uses sms so that you have to still pay them for every message sent.

great thanks for letting me know.

CodeSmoke said:
Yes, AT&T took off WindowsLive with their free messenger that uses your unlimited data service and put on there IM client that uses sms so that you have to still pay them for every message sent.
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Those SOBs!
Well, we'll just have to install 3rd party IM apps!!!!...

Dashwire Going Away!!

This sucks!!
http://blog.dashwire.com/2009/10/05/whats-happening-to-dashwire-com/
So, any suggestions for a replacement? Microsoft's MyPhone is OK, but it doesn't give me the ability to view and respond to SMS messages via my computer like Dashwire.
Sucks, sucks, sucks.
Jamie

Shame, Dashwire was pretty slick. myPhone is probably the best alternative now, though.
Well, actually, I'd say that the best alternative (and what I do) is to use Exchange to back up all your calendar / contacts info (I use Google Sync) and use MS Live Mesh to back up documents and photos.
Still no desktop SMS support, but I use Google Voice to handle that...

Google Voice
What does Google Voice do for your SMS messages? I'm not familiar with it.
Thanks!
Jamie

jamieay said:
What does Google Voice do for your SMS messages? I'm not familiar with it.
Thanks!
Jamie
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It does nothing for SMS sent to your regular cell number, but you can send and receive SMS messages from a Google Voice number. These messages can be forwarded to your phone or email, and you can send outgoing messages through the GV number using various apps or a web interface.
I don't have a text plan, so I don't use SMS a lot. The Google Voice workaround is enough if I just want to get ahold of somebody, but it wouldn't be a good solution for a heavy texter until somebody figures out how to make it work more "natively" with WM phones.

jamieay said:
This sucks!!
http://blog.dashwire.com/2009/10/05/whats-happening-to-dashwire-com/
So, any suggestions for a replacement? Microsoft's MyPhone is OK, but it doesn't give me the ability to view and respond to SMS messages via my computer like Dashwire.
Sucks, sucks, sucks.
Jamie
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Flexilis Mobile Security seems interesting enough, though it doesnt cover your needs for remote SMS sending and receiving.
You can learn more about it at: https://beta.flexilis.com/

Third Party Free SMS Apps?

are there any third party free sms apps?
i know google blocks free sms apps from the market
anyone know if any exist?

Wait, what? Google doesn't block free SMS apps at all. You must be thinking of Apple or something.
Look at ChompSMS (my personal favorite) or HandCentSMS

I don't think its possible. To use SMS you either need a data connection or an actual SMS plan. If you don't have either. How are you going to get the SMS out? If its only on WiFi, you can use meebo or aim and just text their cell number. But its not possible to get SMS for free using cellular signal.

h.nocturna said:
I don't think its possible. To use SMS you either need a data connection or an actual SMS plan. If you don't have either. How are you going to get the SMS out? If its only on WiFi, you can use meebo or aim and just text their cell number. But its not possible to get SMS for free using cellular signal.
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some networks/contracts have unlimited data plans but limit the calls/texts that you can use, im guessing he is after an app which will automatically use a site which provides free texts.
then again, if he wants that there is the option of going to the site through the browser

just get google voice and call it a day give your GV num to people and have them use that as your primary num.
GV app has txt msg in there and its all over data. so technically free (as long as you have an unlimited plan.

[Q] texting over wifi?

So my question is... can I text over wifi?
Here are the details: In two of my college classes, I get no signal, but have great wifi access. I want to be able to use something to text over wifi while in those classes. I just installed google voice after a quick google search... but it seems like you have to change this to be a permanent default messaging app (which I havent even tried to do). Most posts Ive run across have been people that want to text for free, but I have unlimited so thats not an issue. I really like handcent, so is there a way to text over wifi or an app just for those two classes or while Im at school or something without having to change the default messaging app 2x a day?
Thanks in advance for responses =]

You can't send SMS messages over a Wi-Fi connection with your default messaging app, so that's out of the question. You can use GV, but it you don't need to make it your default messaging app to send or receive anything. If you bring your computer to class, you could use Gmail, the Google Voice website(Which would be faster than your phone), AIM, or you could just not text anyone in those couple of classes and pay attention. In fact, that's what I recommend.

Pingchat is free, awesome and multiplatform (android, blackberry, iphone). Your friends also need a smartphone of course.
http://www.appbrain.com/app/com.enflick.android.ping

a.n said:
You can't send SMS messages over a Wi-Fi connection with your default messaging app, so that's out of the question. You can use GV, but it you don't need to make it your default messaging app to send or receive anything. If you bring your computer to class, you could use Gmail, the Google Voice website(Which would be faster than your phone), AIM, or you could just not text anyone in those couple of classes and pay attention. In fact, that's what I recommend.
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Okay MOM haha. Ill see If I can use GV for just a temporary fix... and Id rather not bring my laptop to school, its an inconvenience. My phone fits in my pocket. My classes are really easy and sometimes my text message conversations are much more interesting.
WickedStyx said:
Pingchat is free, awesome and multiplatform (android, blackberry, iphone). Your friends also need a smartphone of course.
http://www.appbrain.com/app/com.enflick.android.ping
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Ill try that out, I dont really like the fact that all my friends have to have it installed, but thats definitely a start!! thank you for the advice

I actually use GV as my primary form of SMS (I opt out of SMS on my plan) for unlimited SMS and free SMS to Canada.
If you do go that route, I recommend using this older version:
http://drop.io/jm3dxje
The newer version has an annoying lag to it.
(The link is from this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=779474)

z28james said:
I actually use GV as my primary form of SMS (I opt out of SMS on my plan) for unlimited SMS and free SMS to Canada.
If you do go that route, I recommend using this older version:
http://drop.io/jm3dxje
The newer version has an annoying lag to it.
(The link is from this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=779474)
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Is there an easy way to turn the older version on or off? What if your not on wifi?

Get WhatsApp for Andriod
It is perfect for what you are trying to do.
http://www.whatsapp.com/android/

martinkwright said:
It is perfect for what you are trying to do.
http://www.whatsapp.com/android/
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Thats seems okay, the only problem with that is that I would have to ask all of my friends to install that, and not all of them have phones that can install apps. So that is a good idea, but I dont think it would work.

I have a small SMS plan with ATT. I downloaded the GV app and leave it running. I see no lag for what I use it for.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I897 using XDA App

So I tried google voice and I can still make outgoing text messages without having it be my default app. So I think this still wins for people in my situation. I had a heck of a time getting a google number though, I ended up just doing it through my gmail and it was much easier.
Thanks guys for all the helpful advice!!

[Q]Can anyone suggest a messaging app that won't use txt messages?

I have the verizon tab, and i don't particularly want to pay for a TXT message plan, but want to send the occasional txt message to my girlfriend
is there a worth while messaging program or should i just put a 250 message plan on my tab?

Hi,
Try WhatsApp from the Market for free, it use data to send text massage and its very quick, like BBM on Blackberry. Your girlfriend will need the same app on her phone.
This app is also available free for Apple, Nokia and Blackberry.

Use Google Voice . It have free text and voice mail .

or you could just email her number using whatever carriers text address.
verizon
[email protected]
tmo
[email protected]
sprint
[email protected]
you get the idea,
here is an entire list of messaging gateways.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_SMS_gateways
pretty much all carriers.
just save hers as her contact info and you are good to go!!