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Can I text a mobile in US?
sarah_2277
23-01-2008
Hello,

My friend lives in America so obviously has an american mobile (cell phone as they call it!). I am PAYG UK (Vodafone). Can we text each other and if it's possible is there an additional charge to the normal text rate? Thanks
Minnimo
23-01-2008
Originally Posted by sarah_2277:
“Hello,

My friend lives in America so obviously has an american mobile (cell phone as they call it!). I am PAYG UK (Vodafone). Can we text each other and if it's possible is there an additional charge to the normal text rate? Thanks”

Yeah you can text each other, and it IS more expensive than a normal rate. I'm not sure of vodafones prices but it costs me something like 25p - 30p a text ( can't remember exactly! )
TheFirstCut
23-01-2008
You could use Vyke to send an SMS.

Via their website it's 1.07p to UK or USA mobile.

Depending on your model of phone you can download their software to it and send SMS via your phone, same 1.07p SMS plus whatever small charge for data use on the mobile.

I also use their Call @ service whilst abroad so I can call home cheaply. I usually pop to a local phone box that accepts calls (I test call it first) then I enter that number to take the call on and enter the destination I want to call (usually landline to keep costs down), then using data it informs the system and shortly afterwards the phone box rings, I answer it then says please wait whilst we connect your call and rings the person I want to speak to, only cost a couple of pence in data if chargeable and around 2.2p - 2.5p / min for the call.

There's also http://www.18185.co.uk/newsarchive.php#0 send from the website for 1p per SMS. If you make a quick call on your mobile using the access code and connect to destination (ie a chargeable call using 18185 via your mobile) you then get the option to use that number as the sender.
Mr Cable
24-01-2008
Originally Posted by TheFirstCut:
“You could use Vyke to send an SMS.

Via their website it's 1.07p to UK or USA mobile.

Depending on your model of phone you can download their software to it and send SMS via your phone, same 1.07p SMS plus whatever small charge for data use on the mobile.....”

This sounded interesting, I went and registered, got me account, logged in. But annoyingly, when I wnet to download the software, there's no sign of it. It says to "Enter your number below" but there's nowhere to put it!

Anyone else know of a company that provides a handset client that allows you to send SMS to other 'normal' UK Mobiles for a a similar small fee?
TheFirstCut
24-01-2008
Originally Posted by Mr Cable:
“This sounded interesting, I went and registered, got me account, logged in. But annoyingly, when I wnet to download the software, there's no sign of it. It says to "Enter your number below" but there's nowhere to put it!

Anyone else know of a company that provides a handset client that allows you to send SMS to other 'normal' UK Mobiles for a a similar small fee?”

Strange, I've just logged in and selected download and it has two boxes one two choose whether you want the lite or pro version and your mobile number to send you the link.
TheFirstCut
24-01-2008
Added screenshot: <<HERE>>
glastofest
24-01-2008
Originally Posted by meandi22:
“Yeah you can text each other, and it IS more expensive than a normal rate. I'm not sure of vodafones prices but it costs me something like 25p - 30p a text ( can't remember exactly! )”

That's not strictly true, it would depend on the type of network (GSM as used here, or CDMA as used by some networks over there) if he is on a Verizon phone (usually CDMA) then they may or may not go through. If he uses a AT and T or T Mobile phone then it should be ok.
Mr Cable
24-01-2008
Originally Posted by TheFirstCut:
“Added screenshot: <<HERE>>”



Here's the page I got...

edwardpeter
24-01-2008
Hi everyone,

Although a couple of people have mentioned the cost I just thought I'd confirm for you that SMS messages from Vodafone Pay As You Talk to international numbers are 24p each. That's for the Smartstep, Smartplus, Anynet and Anytime price plans. The messages can't be taken from any kind of inclusive bundle or text pack you might buy.

Thanks for your time,

edwardpeter
Vodafone UK
Psychosis
24-01-2008
Be aware that while you can text to the US, your friend may not be able to receive. Certain US carriers do not allow sending and/or receiving of text messages internationally, a problem that myself and a few friends have encountered in the last year.
gray mouser
24-01-2008
Yes, US carriers combine archaic tech with an anal mentality to produce a very inefficient telecommunications network.
TheFirstCut
24-01-2008
Originally Posted by Mr Cable:
“

Here's the page I got...

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Strange, is some script blocking going on?
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