How to Save a Text From the iPhone

iPhone SMS
1. Navigate to the iPhone SMS website to save text messages to your computer.
2. Find the file '3d0d7e5fb2ce288813306e4d4636395e047a3d28' on your computer that contains your SMS texts. It should either have the extension .mdbackup or .mddata. Check step two for specific directory paths.
3. Click 'Choose File' under step three and then select your SMS text file. Select an archive format by clicking a bubble in front of Microsoft Excel, HTML or PDF, then click the gray 'Submit' button to download the file to your computer.
SQLite Data Management Application
4. Locate the iPhone SMS text folder on your computer. For Mac users, look in the 'LIbrary' folder, then double-click 'Application Support,' 'Mobile Sync' and 'Backup.' For PC users, look for the same type of path under 'Users,' or 'Documents and Settings' and then 'Application Data.'
5. Open the file with a long hexadecimal name. Look inside for the file '3d0d7e5fb2ce288813306e4d4636395e047a3d28,' with an .mddata or .mdbackup extension. Copy this file to your desktop.
6. Navigate to a freeware site and download an SQLite app, such as MesaSQLite for Mac OS X or phpliteadmin for PC. Launch the application and then open the SMS text file. It should display all your texts in database format.
ITextUploader
7. Navigate to youarchive.it. Click 'WebApp' at the top of the page, then click 'Sign Up Now' and fill out the registration information. Check the 'I Agree With The Terms of Service,' box and click the 'Submit' button to sign up for iBlissLIVE.
8. Navigate to The Big Boss website to download iTextUploader. Click the blue link named 'Deb' next to 'Download.' Double-click on the file to install, or right-click and select 'Open.'
9. Launch iTextUploader and click the 'Upload' page at the bottom of the screen. Click the 'Upload' button to automatically upload all your SMS text messages. Click the 'Browse' page to search through them.

How do I Contact Yahoo! Customer Service by Phone?

Phone Numbers
The Yahoo! headquarters can be reached at the following numbers:Phone: 408-349-3300
Fax: 408-349-3301The office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pacific Standard Time.The Customer Service Billing number is 866-562-7228, and the Small Business Billing Support line is 800-318-0870. For technical support for small businesses, call 800-318-0783.The hours of operation for these numbers are 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Pacific Standard Time Monday through Friday.
Toll-Free Numbers
Yahoo! has several toll-free numbers. The number for the United States is 800-318-0631, while Canadians can call 877-722 3755 for assistance.
Other Customer Service and Fax
There are several other direct lines, if you fail to reach Yahoo! Customer Service thought the previous numbers:Customer Service: 866-562-7219
Press '2' when prompted to talk to a person directly.The direct number for Yahoo! account concerns is 408-349-1572.

How to Hook Up a Cricket Phone for Free

1. Remove the battery from your Cricket phone and locate the electronic serial number (ESN). The ESN number is usually found inside the battery compartment on a label. Write down the ESN number.
2. Reinsert the battery and fully charge your mobile phone.
3. Contact Cricket at 800-CRICKET (800-274-2538) and follow the prompts to speak with a representative.
4. Inform the representative of your intent to establish a new account. Provide the representative with the information requested of you.
5. Wait for the representative to inform you of the available wireless plans in your area, and then select a plan.
6. Inform the representative of your intent to activate a used or flashed Cricket phone.
7. Provide the representative with the model and ESN of your mobile phone. Wait for the representative to complete the setup of your account.
8. Follow the instructions provided by the representative to program your device.

How to Send Greeting Cards to a Cell Phone From a Computer

1. Go to an online greeting card site with mobile phone options. Popular choices include ATM Greetings, Cool GSM Rings and Hallmark E-Cards. (See Resources)
2. Select a card. Most sites have cards separated by category.
3. Customize your card. Type a message and customize images and colors.
4. Insert the phone number of the recipient and send the card.

How to Create a Toll Free Number

1. Visit the 800 Service Management System website and look at the list of RespOrgs. Toll free numbers are obtained through service providers known as RespOrgs (Responsible Organizations). RespOrgs are establishments that have access to the toll-free service database and are designated to manage the records.
2. Choose a RespOrg from the list. You can judge the reliability of RespOrgs by reading reviews in forums, blogs or by asking colleagues who are currently subscribed to a toll-free service. Should you make a mistake of choosing a bad RespOrg, toll-free numbers are portable. This means that you can use the same number even if you transfer to another RespOrg.
3. Choose a toll-free package. RespOrgs offer additional services on top of the basic toll-free calls. Examples of value-added services include the ability to know who is calling and the ability to route the call to a voice mail, if you are not available to take the call. You can also receive fax messages as email attachments. You will be able to route your toll-free number to a mobile phone. You can get a toll-free number directory listing. You can choose flat-rate or per-call charging. Be sure to choose the package appropriate for your business.
4. Fill out the application form. They can either fax or email the application form to you and you will return the form in the same manner. Some RespOrgs have websites where you can enter your information and the application process begins immediately. In many cases, application processing takes about three days.

How to Send an MMS Message for Free

1. Visit Text4free.net or PixDrop.com. Enter the recipient's cell phone number in the appropriate field and select the recipient's wireless carrier from the drop-down menu. If you are sending your MMS message to more than one person, click 'Add another recipient.'
2. Type a message that will accompany your picture in the message box.
3. Select the number of messages that you want to send by clicking the drop down menu.
4. Click the 'Browse' link and select a picture from your computer's photo gallery.
5. Enter the security code, if prompted and click the link 'Send Message.'

The History of SMS Marketing

Youth Market
SMS messages have a 160-character limit. This created a challenge when using correct spelling and grammar. Younger people adopted SMS and devised abbreviations for frequently used words and phrases, such as 'l8r' for later, and '2moro' for tomorrow. Two aspects of SMS attracted a youth audience. Parents didn't understand how to use it, plus it was free on cellphone services. Young people could communicate without the expense of a voice call. In 2000, the average number of SMS texts sent monthly was 35, but by 2010, it was 357. With the rise in usage, cellphone providers introduced charges for SMS texts, but usage still continued to rise.
Short Codes
In 2003, SMS services introduced the use of short codes that were easier to remember than phone numbers. A short code is a five- or six-digit number, and it played an important role in the expansion of SMS for mobile marketing. Users could text a message to a short code number. This increased the response rate to marketing campaigns. Applications for short codes are carefully regulated to ensure that the marketing campaign follows specified rules for message content and customer participation.
SMS Niche Marketing
Another development in SMS marketing is its use in niche marketing. Marketers build up a database of the numbers of people who have an interest in their product or service. Beauty salons can alert customers about a special offer and hotels can send texts about room rate discounts, for example. Marketers can craft the messages so that the recipient feels it is exclusive to them. This increases the response rate. It is a cost-effective marketing method because the people receiving the SMS are more likely to have an interest in the offer.
Dunkin' Donuts Case Study
In 2002, Dunkin' Donuts had seven stores in Italy. It launched an SMS campaign to bring in more customers and increase revenue. The company was new in the Italian market, and it needed a campaign that stood out. Using a combination of print, outdoor and broadcast adverts, people were invited to text a short code number. In exchange, they received an SMS voucher for a free donut. In addition, if customers presented the coupon at Dunkin' Donuts in Rome, they were entered into a draw for a Piaggio scooter. The 18-to-30 age group were the biggest SMS users in Italy at the time, and also Dunkin' Donut's target market. The campaign resulted in a 9 percent increase in sales.