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Sliding Messaging Updated, Brings New UI and Google Now-like Card Layout

Tim April 15, 2013 50

Before I get started, I want to point out that I have been a major fan and supporter of Sliding Messaging since early January. It was a major step in the right direction for text messaging on Android, bringing a great mix of looks and functionality to a...

Verizon Updates Messages App to Version 4.0 – Syncs Text Messages From Phone to Tablet to Web (Updated)

Kellen March 22, 2013 72

Yesterday, Verizon announced version 4.0 of their Verizon Messages app, bringing with it cross-device syncing for those who want access to their text messages from anywhere at anytime. Now, I've got to admit that we fully ignored this announcement yesterday...

Tip: Quickly Drag and Drop Text With a Double Tap in Jelly Bean and ICS

Kellen October 3, 2012 40

In Jelly Bean and Ice Cream Sandwich, the Android team built in a quick way to quickly move text around that you may not have seen before. All it takes, is a double tap and hold, and then you have control over the word you would like to move. You can easily...

Thursday Poll: Traditional Text Message or Free Messaging Service?

Kellen March 1, 2012 110

A reader turned me onto an interesting Associated Press article that focused on the state of the free instant messaging/texting world and how much money carriers have been losing because of it. In 2011 alone, carriers saw a decrease in profits of around $14...

How to use your desktop as a SMS workstation [without Google Voice]

Matt Demers February 8, 2011 69

I've been running into a certain phone-related problem with alarming frequency lately: I come home from class and throw all my gear down in a pile at the foot of my bed. As a result, my phone remains hidden in my jacket's pocket or inside my bag, and I will...