Send SMS Text Messages From AIM

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Created: Sep 28, 2003

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AIM versions greater than 5.2 now allow the sending of SMS test messages.

Instant messages and SMS messages are very similar. One day the two will be completely interchangable and probably more popular than email. Recently this integration has begun.

With AIM versions greater than 5.2, users can send SMS messages to most mobile SMS-capable devices.

1. Click IM
2. In the "To" field enter the phone number in the following format:
+12223334444

The leading "+1" is required before the 10 digit phone number.

AIM now has a related new feature as well. You can "add mobile" numbers to your buddy list just as easy as adding other AIM accounts.

1. Click Setup
2. Click Add Mobile
3. Insert number as directed.

Some phone services will let you reply to AIM as well; however, this is not yet standard.

Enjoy!
Davak