SMS (Short Message Service) is a communication service that enables the interchange of short text (alphanumeric) messages between mobile telephones (or other mobile devices). Over the last few years, SMS text messaging has become the most widely used mobile data application across the world with over 78% of all mobile phone subscribers are sending and receiving text messages on their phones.
SMS became popular very quickly over the past few years mainly because it offers a very easy and cost effective substitute to making phone calls. Especially when considering the proliferation of cell phones across the world.
SMS Messaging is fast, efficient, discreet and convenient way to communicate. SMS messages are instantly transported, 99% of SMS messages are received within a few seconds from being sent, it is much more convenient and discreet to type your message than writing it or saying it if you make or answer a phone call in public. If compared to making a phone call, SMS is an inexpensive method of communication. Using the text messages to send information is the cheapest way to keep in touch.
SMS messaging is an excellent method to keep in touch and stay informed even when being unable to answer a phone call like while attending a meeting or when in a movie theater. SMS messages will still be received even when the phone is set to the silent mode, with or without vibrating. As technology evolves, it makes our life more convenient. The SMS technology enables us to stay in touch with our family, friends and colleagues. If we don't have the time to talk, we are usually able to type or use one of the built in message templates {simple SMS messages are already saved in every mobile as templates} to send a simple message (e.g. "Call me after lunch", "The meeting at 11:00 is cancelled" or "please call home").
SMS messages are extremely useful for inexpensive communication and time saving. We have SMS messaging right on our fingertips at all times. Considering its many benefits as well as the increasing popularity of SMS messaging, the future of SMS seems to be very promising.
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