First, it was T-Mobile that introduced unlimited texting in the United States. Then, it was followed by Verizon and AT&T. While SMS has been in use for more than a decade already, it looks like the SMS business is just starting, and will stay here for a while. On the other hand, mobile IM is being touted as the next stage in the evolution of SMS, and while there are efforts to promote it in lieu of text messaging, it’s just a matter of time before we see its widespread adoption. The challenge for the wireless industry is to make mobile IM as easy to use as SMS, with zero or minimal configuration, availability of affordable price plans and interoperability among the carriers. Until these issues are addressed, people will stick to texting.

While you are at it, you can enjoy unlimited texting with our service. Your only concern is the minimum $10 load you need to buy from us (whether over the phone or over our website at http://www.loadntxt.com).

And oh, we almost forgot. Your contacts in the Philippines can enjoy unlimited texting too but only if they are using Globe. So what are you waiting for? Sign up for our free trial and enjoy big savings with our local text rates.