Archive for February, 2008

States with Cell Phone Bans While Driving

Wednesday, February 27th, 2008

by Bob Bentz
Recently, this author was pulled over in the state of Connecticut for using a cell phone while driving. As a native of Pennsylvania, where cell phone use while driving is permitted, I simply was not aware of the law.
Therefore, as a reader service to readers of the Text Message Blog, I provide an [...]

South African Journalist Gives Ideas for Using Text Messaging as a Promotional Tool

Monday, February 25th, 2008

There are many ways you can use text messaging to make your business life easier.
Marketing and Promotion
Firstly, texting opens another channel of communication with your customer, and an intimate one at that, as many people carry their mobile phones everywhere. This allows you to promote new products, quickly conclude the transaction and provide customer support [...]

Short Codes Open Johns

Sunday, February 3rd, 2008

Authorities in Finland, wanting to try and avoid damage to public toilets, have come up with an interesting solution. In order to use the toilet, you have to text ‘OPEN’ to a shortcode — which immediately opens the door. In this way, if someone damages the facilities, authorities have the relevant mobile phone numbers to [...]