Windows Live Messenger Gets SMS (finally)

November 21st, 2007 | by amarfresh |

I ususally use GAIM as my instant messenger application. When choosing to send an IM to a mobile phone I use my AIM account. It’s easy, simply send any message to +1XXXYYYZZZZ (where XYZ is a 10-digit cell phone number). Conveniently, your message arrives on your buddy’s handset and they can even reply back to your message.

Now in with MSN Messenger you can do the same. Simply create a contact, give it a name, and add a mobile device number. (It’s about time!) Also, Microsoft has taken the security of IM to SMS a step further than AOL (to prevent abuse?). The first time you receive a message via MSN you get a authorization message identifying the email of the sender and requiring the recipient to reply A to allow the message to come through.

Link: Windows Live Messenger

  1. 2 Responses to “Windows Live Messenger Gets SMS (finally)”

  2. By TheMobiBlog on Dec 4, 2007 | Reply

    Hey,

    I was a bit sceptical as I always am about new apps. I gotta tell ya”
    Your 100% right. I really like the way this works and Im going to recomend it to some friends.. Great Find! Thxz>>.

  3. By Disappointed on Aug 9, 2008 | Reply

    Why is this not working for me?…..Does the person need to already have their mobile set up with windows live?

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