How to Receive an SMS Using Visual Basic

1. Install SMSLibx, following the instructions with the install wizard. You can download SMSLibx online (see Resources).
2. Start your copy of Visual Basic to load the application. Click on 'Projects' from the main menu, then select 'References.' Locate 'SMSLibx' in the reference list and highlight it. Click 'OK.'
3. Make a Visual Basic declaration. This will be your SMS object. Once you have access to the declaration code editor, type the following:Public WithEvents Modem As SMSModem
4. Input the following code just under the code you typed out in Step 3. This will be the function that sends your messages. Type out:Private Sub nowSendSMSMessage(PhoneNumber, MessageText)' Open modem communicationSet Modem = New SMSModemModem.LogTrace = TrueModem.OpenComm ModemType, ModemPort, , smsNotifyAll' Send messageCall Modem.SendTextMessage(PhoneNumber, MessageText)End Sub
5. Input the following code just below the code added in Step 4. This will be the function to receive SMS messages. Type out:Private Sub nowRecieiveSMSMessage(Message As SMSLibX.SMSDeliver)MsgBox 'New message received from ' & Message.Originator & ':' _& vbCrLf & vbCrLf & Message.Body, _vbInformation, 'New message received'End Sub
6. Click on 'Project,' then select 'Save' from the menu bar to save your document. With the 'Save' window open, locate the 'Documents' directory, name the file 'Messenger.vbscript' and click 'Save.'
7. Click the Windows 'Start' menu in the lower left of your desktop, type 'CMD.exe' and press 'Enter' to open the Command Prompt in Windows Vista and later. In Windows XP and earlier, click 'Start,' click 'Run,' type 'CMD.exe' and press 'Enter.'
8. Type the following in the Command Prompt, then press 'Enter' to send a message:c:\Documents\Messenger.vbscript nowSendSMSMessage('the phone number', 'input the message you want to send here')
9. Receive messages by inputting the following text into the Command Prompt and pressing 'Enter':c:\Documents\Messenger.vbscript nowReceiveSMSMessage()This will let your computer wait for messages to come in.
10. Repeat Steps 8 and 9 to have a conversation.

iPhone Apps for Blocking Texts

Text-Blocking Limitations
The iPhone's OS is incapable of blocking unwanted text messages, and there are no text-blocking applications available from the iStore. AT&T sponsors a program called Smart Limits that gives you the ability to block specific numbers (primarily used for childproofing) but does not keep all text messages from reaching you, and it costs $5 a month as of October 2011.
Jailbreaking for Text Blocking
Jailbreaking your phone is necessary to have access to apps that block texts. In most cases, this involves a simple installation of jailbreaking software (such as Spirit) that modifies the iPhone's core OS. Jailbreaking opens up iPhone functionality, but it could void your Apple warranty, violate other provider terms or damage your phone.
iBlacklist
Once your phone is jailbroken, acquire the iBlacklist app directly from the vendor site. This will install the free version of iBlacklist, which enables you to set up limited blacklists. The full version of the software must be purchased and costs around $12 as of October 2011. iBlacklist helps you manage blacklists for calls as well as text messages.
iClarified: Protect Your Secret Life
iClarified is a third-party software source that allows you to add PYSL (Protect Your Secret Life) to your iPhone. Once installed, PYSL allows you to create blacklists and whitelists to filter your text messages. It also enables you to password-protect text message strings so you can view them later in private.

How to Get Unlimited Texting on Prepaid Phones

1. Choose a prepaid wireless service provider. T-mobile, AT&T, Sprint and Verizon each offer prepaid plans with unlimited text messaging. Compare each company based upon coverage in your area and price. Also, compare features such as data plans, GPS availability and application downloads.
2. Navigate to the website of the wireless provider you have selected and select 'Shop Prepaid Phones' or a similar function.
3. Select the phone you would like to purchase. Decide if you would like to purchase a smartphone, Blackberry or standard cell phone. You may also decide between a flip and block-style phone.
4. Select the unlimited plan that corresponds to your cell phone and ensure it includes unlimited text messages.
5. Select 'Purchase' and enter your payment information to complete your purchase.

Instructions for Cyber Gear SMS Text Messenger

1. Press the 'Chat' button on your Sakar Cyber Gear keyboard.
2. Press the 'Select' button on your keypad when the message 'Chat?' appears on the screen.
3. Enter the message in the available message box.
4. Enter the recipient's name in the box for the recipient's name.
5. Press the 'Send' key on your keypad.
6. Press the 'ICQ Call' button on your keypad when the 'P/I?' message is displayed on the screen. The message has now been sent.

How to Send a SMS to My Phone by Text Locate It

1. Go to a site like Free SMS, Text For Free or Text Junkies. You don't need to sign up for these sites.
2. Enter your own phone number in the recipient box so the text will get sent to your own phone. Also, enter your phone number in the sender box.
3. Compose a brief message and click 'Send.' Your phone will get the text and sound an alert. Listen for the alert to locate your phone. If you still don't find the phone, repeat steps one through three so the phone will sound another alert.

How to Send an SMS to China

Using Free Websites
1. Go to a website that allows to send free SMS to China (see Resources). They all work in the same way--the fields you will need to fill out are almost identical.
2. Type the phone number of the recipient. Some websites ask you to supply the code of the phone operator and the number of the recipient separately. The number of the recipient is the last 8 digits, while the first 2 or 3 digits represent the code of the mobile operator.
3. Type your message and click Send.
Using Your Cell Phone
4. Select New Message on your cell phone.
5. Enter the text message you'd like to send.
6. Select Send.
7. Type or choose from your phone book the number of the party you are sending the SMS to. China's country code is 86. (You may also need to add an additional code in front to be able to send SMS messages abroad--contact your mobile operator for details).

How to Obtain Cell Phone Records for Free

1. Locate and check your phone bill or any past bills you may have received. When you get your phone bill in the mail, it has a list of all the calls sent and received by that phone along with other important information regarding the account.
2. Log into your online account with your cell phone service provider. This is typically done through the provider's website. When you log in, you have an option to view your bill electronically from your computer.
3. Contact your cell phone service provider over the phone or through their website.
4. Talk to a representative and ask her to send you a copy of a past bill or if there's any way to view the bill online. Most of the time a representative will be able to do this for you free of charge or at least provide you with the information you seek.