In my business, we use text mesaging to send information about house listings to phones (permission based) so that people can search for houses more efficiently.

I use text messaging in class to send notes/comments to students when speaking out loud isn't appropriate.

I get updates on my phone plan minutes and traffic in the Bay Area via text messaging.

If my plane is late or I have a gate change, Delta sends me a text message.

I find all of these very useful bits of information...and much more useful than if I received a phone call. The data is stored *in* my phone and I dan't have to write anything down. Plus, I have a record for later use.

As for charges...if you make my life easier, I am more than willing to pay for the service.

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