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These days, sending a text message is the preferred mode of communication by most people. Not only is it the more discreet and polite option — it gives the recipient complete control over when to ...

The entire world shifted from Short Message Service (SMS) to other chat services like WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal, etc. The feature-rich alternative messaging apps lured users and have been improving ...

Daniel writes guides on how to use the internet, explainers on how modern technology works, and the occasional smartwatch or e-reader review. He especially likes deep diving into niche topics that ...

If you are sending personal messages on an iPhone using the Messages app, there's so much more you can do than merely typing out text responses. You can text using your handwriting, send an animated ...

SMS marketing is a growing channel, but you’ve got to stay compliant with regulations. Here’s what to know and do. SMS marketing must comply with the Telephone Consumer Protection Act and FCC ...

Many businesses send one-time passcodes to customers’ phones to facilitate login processes, whether to help users set up an ...

The first SMS was sent in 1992, when an engineer of an IT service company based in the U.K. sent it to his colleague to wish him a Merry Christmas. One year later, Finnish company Nokia released the ...

The U.S. short message service (SMS) marketing industry is on the rise, expected to reach an impressive $37.45 billion by 2031. If you're not yet using SMS marketing, this might be your cue to start.