On Wed, 9 Dec 2009, Kenny Sallee wrote:
It all boils down to what users want today and tomorrow. IMO - users want SMS today and are going to keep wanting it for a long long time because it's quick, works on most all phones (not just smartphones), and sovles a problem. I'm just not clear on how it comes into play for a VoIP/ITSP. SMS on an IP Phone - I'd ask - Why? IP Phones sit nex to computers (for the most part). Computers use IM (its quicker, easier, and free). Maybe Softphone on a PC? But again I ask why for same argument as w/ IP Phone? Am I missing something (likley since I'm not entirely a voice guy at this juncture in my career).
Virtual numbers -- You can have 4 phone numbers all ring on your existing cell for cheap. Add SMS functionality from your Virtual Numbers to your phone, and if your provider is smart, a way for you to reply, then Double-Awesome. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Peter Beckman Internet Guy beckman at angryox.com http://www.angryox.com/ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------