Noah's Bark - Podcasts that don't put you to sleep! Listen online or take it on the road...

iPhone 3g Review: Free SMS and AIM Instant Messaging

Noah Kravitz
Posted on Monday, July 14, 2008
by Noah Kravitz, Senior Editor, Consumer Products and Services
Noah continues looking at the new iPhone 3G. In this video it's IMing using the AIM app, which is free and works on old iPhones and iPod Touches, too. Also, how to send and receive SMSs without paying AT&T for a messaging plan!

  • Duration: 05:54
  • Views: 115399

Our fancy algorithm says this stuff is related...

jonatan ruiz
Tuesday, August 05, 2008can u get yahoo messenger on the iphone 3g and would this free sms thing work on it?
Bob Wagner
Monday, July 28, 2008when you are in AIM and you type the phone number to send the text message as an IM, do you type a "1" before the area code or just type the area code and number? thanks.
The One
Friday, July 25, 2008Do you know if they are ever going to make it so you can text sideways on the iphone? I am trying to figure out if I am going to get the LG Vu or the iphone just because of this reason.
mike clark
Friday, July 18, 2008anyone know if its possible of a app that can do picture messaging? that would be legit thanks :)
edward west
Wednesday, July 16, 2008for all you guys that want to know how to get on aim without paying for it. here is the way.all you have to do is go to meebo.com and you type in your user name and password and it also yahoo,msn,and i think one or two more. but whatever messager you have they have it there. hope this helps any more question and i got you. now i have a question. do anyone know if you can hack the new iphone. i have t-mobile and i wanted to do a jail break on the new iphone. can you use the same hack for the old iphone for the new iphone.
JOSE orduna
Tuesday, July 15, 2008ppl talk about the iphone app store, like its something new. i have had sprint for a few years, and it has an app store, for as long as i can remember. dont get me wrong, i like the iphone alot, but att doesnt haave any coverage, in the area i live. so i went w/ the instinct.
Rodizell Spizell
Tuesday, July 15, 2008Man for me to have 900 anytime minutes, I pay $89.99, plus 7pm nights another $8.99, to get unlimited messaging another $20.00, hey and what about Mobile TV, that another $15.00 that's a grand total of $133.98 + Taxes and Surcharges with the iphone 3G through AT&T now that sucks big Nutts, with Sprint it's just $89.99 + Taxes and Surcharges for the same exact thing. Honestly anyone that purchases the iphone 3G and AT&T's plans has got to B Nutts because it's really not worth it, because your paying an arm and leg and Butt Cheek and your left Nutt or Titty depending on your Gender of course, But Good Luck with that!!!!
blahzay blahzay
Tuesday, July 15, 2008what was that ringtone that his other phone was playing? sick
Alex Juliano
Tuesday, July 15, 2008hey, should i get this new iPhone, i mean is it worth it. i rlly want it but i want a good review first so please get back at me i rlly need a decent review so please telllll me if i should even get it.
Mr Informed
Monday, July 14, 20082 facts here: 1) Apple will find a way to block this. 2) AIM running in the background will drain the battery because your using data. Native SMS uses voice.
christyx3less
10/11/2008 12:04:13 AMugh this is so annoying. i want the apple iphone soo bad but i have verizon. and my mom wont switch it.
kelownadabom
10/8/2008 10:48:25 PMHoly shit???? $20 a month??????? its $7 a month for bell in canada! :O
iluvvmakeup
10/8/2008 4:53:35 PMDuh just get unlimited texting for only $20 a month...
smylee3760
10/8/2008 2:11:06 AMhow do i get aim,could u break it down so i can do free text message
sparkman255
10/7/2008 9:30:17 PMread Don't laugh at this! Just do it Start thinking something you really really want cause this is astounding the person that sent this said their wish came true 10 mins after they read the mail so I thought what the heck You have just been visited by DrSuess's Cat in the Hat. He will grant you one wish Make your wish when the count down is over 10,9,8,7,6,5,4,3,2,1 MAKE A WISH Send this to 10 videos within the hour you read this. If you do, your wish will come true
a0078
10/6/2008 9:56:17 PMi think u shit sucker
IphoneSense
10/6/2008 8:40:32 PMi think u should wear a cap you'd look cool, not checking you out but i think you'd look more pro! :)
electronicaworks008
10/5/2008 3:41:13 PMHello to all or viewer we sell this product and much more please visit our website by going to electronicaworks com we accept credit card, paypal and online banking payments also thanks and have a great day. rhonda
noisemaker205516
10/5/2008 2:49:34 AMyeah, if you're logged onto your aim account, any messages you send will come from your SN, not your SMS number. If someone texts you, then no, there's no way for you to route that through AIM because you can't text to SNs on some phones. But if you only message to and from on AIM, then you won't get charged for it.
jaemae127
10/4/2008 4:09:23 PMdo you get to keep the phones? that would be cool, you should sell the 1s you dont want for a bit cheeper cuz they were used
SethB93
10/4/2008 4:02:28 PMthe 8GB is $199 and the 16GB is $299
SethB93
10/4/2008 4:01:45 PMOnly on the internet. Not on Texting or IMing
BRiAN1495
10/4/2008 2:49:59 PMoh yeah thanks
breakxthexwallsxdown
10/4/2008 12:41:18 PMcant you flipp the iphone horizontally to make the keyboard horizontal?
brooped
10/4/2008 11:17:21 AMSms stands for short message service, that what u meant?
BRiAN1495
10/3/2008 9:45:41 PMr sms numbers only for at&t? wat does sms mean ? i know wat it is but idk wat it means
joseph2720
10/3/2008 12:51:35 AMhow much is the iphone 3g with a contract if ur new to buying it?
chomotherispoop
10/2/2008 8:40:23 PMyou nee to fix your face or sumtin
Mazr0th
10/1/2008 1:46:58 PMDoes anyone know how someone can that is not using AIM on a normal phone, can send you a message? If they send a normal sms to your number won't it charge it was a receiving? or is there a way to route all sms to aim?
thenamesbruce
10/1/2008 9:04:24 AMI have the same question. Kravvykrav, give us an answer man.
MYTMIC
10/1/2008 2:26:29 AMI do have unlimited texting, I didn't realize Iphone dosesn't have that feature, One thing Instinct is not is a rip off. Its well worth the money.
GHMike
10/1/2008 12:48:20 AMdose it costyou to recive it
JordanBoi23
9/30/2008 10:03:43 PM703 lol... thats virginia
skatergeek99
9/30/2008 8:22:15 PMim talking to you on aim right now: snowboardboy952!!!
Mazr0th
9/30/2008 6:49:24 PMYou might have an unlimited texting plan

Add a comment

There are two easy ways to submit your comment
  1. Sign in if you are already a member, or join PhoneDog for a free account- this way you won't have to re-enter your information on subsequent comment posts. Additionally you'll receive all these great benefits of being a PhoneDog community member.
    Or,
  2. Submit your comment without registering by using the form below
PhoneDog Mailbag 9/4/08: Glyde, iPhone 3G, Voyager Titanium

PhoneDog Mailbag 9/4/08: Glyde, iPhone 3G, Voyager Titanium

Installment #1 of the PhoneDog Mailbag. Noah answers your questions on Samsung Glyde, Apple iPhone 3G, LG Voyager Titanium, and new T-Mobile phones.
iPhone 3g v HTC Touch Diamond v Samsung Omnia Part 2

iPhone 3g v HTC Touch Diamond v Samsung Omnia Part 2

Three of the heaviest heavyweights take center stage in part two of this PhoneDog Dogfight. In this corner - the iconic iPhone 3G. In that corner - the "Windows Mobile with a cherry on top" HTC Touch Diamond. And in, uh, that corner - the super-spec'd Samsung Omnia. Whose cuisine will reign supreme?
Win Gift Cards and Phones with PhoneDog Tips and Tricks

Win Gift Cards and Phones with PhoneDog Tips and Tricks

So you're a cell phone master? PhoneDog.com wants you! Submit your best cell phone tips and tricks and you may get published on the site and win gift cards and even a free phone! If we think your tip and trick is worthy, we'll feature your Tip on the Phonedog.com homepage as a new blog post. Here's how... Register as a Phonedog user, click here Email us a written or video Tip and Trick to phonedog@gmail.com What you can win? If we...
iPhone 3G and 2.0: Jailbreak and Unlock and T-Mobile Hack

iPhone 3G and 2.0: Jailbreak and Unlock and T-Mobile Hack

Noah's got the iPhone 3G and the old iPhone - the old one's jailbroken, unlocked, and running on T-Mobile. Side by side you can see how the unlocked version works just like the new one (minus 3G). All hail the iPhone-dev team! Also, check out the T-Zones hack for T-Mobile users!
Instinct vs iPhone 3G - Web and Speed Test

Instinct vs iPhone 3G - Web and Speed Test

Noah puts Instinct and iPhone 3G head-to-head in a Web and speed battle. First is a raw download speed test, and then a few Web page load tests. Who won? Watch the video and find out ...
iPhone 3g Review: App Store, Pt 2

iPhone 3g Review: App Store, Pt 2

The big news with the new iPhone is price, 3G, and the App Store. Noah takes a look at Super Monkey Ball, Pandora, and Box Office in Part 2 of PhoneDog's look at the App Store.
iPWN: Apple Sells One Million iPhones Despite Massive Server Crash

iPWN: Apple Sells One Million iPhones Despite Massive Server Crash

Despite insanely long lines, device shortages at AT&T stores, and the massive failing of iTunes servers that led to a bunch of bricked iPhones on launch day, Apple claims to have sold a cool one million iPhone 3Gs during launch weekend.  By contrast, it took 74 days to sell a million of the original iPhones.  That brings Apple to some 7 million iPhones sold since the original model's launch last June, which puts them right on track...
iPhone 3G: Hands on With iPhone 3G

iPhone 3G: Hands on With iPhone 3G

After a long, unsuccessful day of trying yesterday, I headed back out this morning at 7:45 to try once more to secure an iPhone 3G.  I got to the Bay Street shopping center in Emeryville, CA around 8 or so, and there was already a long line at the Apple Store - my best estimate had me staring at a 3 or 4 hour wait, minimum.  Then I remembered that there's also an AT&T retail outlet in that mall.  So I walked down there and...
Waiting: Free Pizza but No iPhone Yet

Waiting: Free Pizza but No iPhone Yet

So honestly this whole iPhone launch thing sucks. After being denied by a sold-out AT&T store this morning, I'm now wasting my afternoon in line outside of the Apple store. Been here almost 90 minutes now and the actual store is still a long ways off. The Apple employees are passing out free pizza and burritos now, which is nice and all, but how about a purchase and activation process that doesn't suck? That'd be cool, right, not to have...
More Madness: Waiting in Another iPhone Line

More Madness: Waiting in Another iPhone Line

1 pm and I'm second to last in line at the Apple Store in Emeryville, CA. Ironically enough I'm blogging on a Sprint Instinct while I wait for my new iPhone. This here's a looong line I'm in. Wish me luck.
Sold Out: AT&T Runs out of iPhones ... Noah Heads to Apple Store

Sold Out: AT&T Runs out of iPhones ... Noah Heads to Apple Store

Well, I waited in line at the AT&T store in Berkeley and before I got to the front they ran out of iPhones to sell.  They're taking orders, and "may have more tomorrow" but that doesn't help me, right?So I'm off to the Apple Store Bay Street in Emeryville, CA.  I called and a nice Apple salesperson named David told me that they have iPhones in stock, but there is still a long line.  Is it worth my getting in line, I...

iBrick: Apple Servers Go Down, Leave Customers With Shiny New Useless iPhones

It's madness out there.  Stay home and protect your loved ones.  Reports are coming in from all over the place that Apple's iTunes Servers have wilted under the crazy iPhone 3G demand, and retail outlets cannot activate customers' shiny new phones.  Engadget is reporting that "Apple has confirmed to us that activation is down, and that customers are being asked to take the phone home and activate via iTunes later."  Worse...

About our videos

Cell phone videos that don't put you to sleep! Noah and our editors bring you the latest phones, un-boxings, head-to-head reviews and more...Or use your favorite online news reader
Google, My Yahoo, My MSN, Bloglines, Netvibes, Newsgator

Latest cell phone videos

  • Samsung a837 Rugby (AT&T) - Dropped From a Crane! Sorta
    Samsung a837 Rugby VideoIt's the ruggedized Samsung a837 "Rugby" for AT&T. It's the Crane of Death in downtown Berkeley,
  • Samsung a637 (AT&T) - Unboxing and Hands-On
    Samsung a637 (AT&T)Out of the box! It's the newest AT&T 3G phone, the pearly white Samsung a637. Low-end means
  • Inside the T-Mobile G1
    T-Mobile G1 HardwareDuring the live demo at the T-Mobile / HTC / Google Android launch event, Doug got a chance to take
  • Sprint Touch Diamond - Full Review Part 2
    Sprint Touch Diamond Pt 2Part 2 of Noah's review of the first CDMA Touch Diamond - Sprint's version. Is it a diamond or just
  • Sprint Touch Diamond - Full Review Part 1
    Sprint Touch Diamond Pt 1Noah goes in-depth with Sprint's version of the HTC Touch Diamond. Is this the best Windows Mobile
  • Touch HD video:
    Touch HD videoSeriously. In the video it says so: Touch HD is where "your wildest fantasies come to life." I
  • Bootleg: BlackBerry Storm caught on video, sneaking into the movies style
    BlackBerry Storm VideoWatching this video from Italian site ilTrillo.com is seriously a lot like watching a bootleg copy
  • KP 500: LG announces 'affordable' touchscreen phone
    LG KP500Remember last week when Demetra from LG said on the podcast that her company had all kinds of
  • Another Xperia X1 hands-on tour hits the Web
    Another Xperia X1 videoHey, wait: today's September 30. Doesn't that mean the Sony Ericsson Xperia X1 is supposed to now
  • Verizon Wireless Blitz - Unboxing and Hands-On
    Video: Verizon Wireless BlitzYou asked for it ... The VZW Blitz unboxed and taken for a spin. It's got a unique shape, a full

Latest cell phone reviews

  • HTC Touch-Diamond
    HTC Touch-DiamondWhat’s Good: Stunning hardware design and elegant software user interface; front panel is subdued,
  • LG Dare
    LG DareWhat’s Good: Attractive, highly customizable UI with home screen shortcuts; Compact design with
  • Samsung Instinct-M800
    Samsung Instinct-M800What’s Good: Supports every feature Sprint offers; EV-DO Rev. A data speeds; Good touchscreen
  • LG enV2
    LG enV2What’s Good: Sleeker and smaller than the original EnV. Comfortable QWERTY keyboard and QVGA
  • Motorola Z9
    Motorola Z9What’s Good: Great voice quality; fast 3G data speeds; good GPS system; mobiTV compatibility;
  • Samsung Glyde
    Samsung GlydeWhat’s Good: Touchscreen and Full QWERTY Keyboard in Compact Body; Clean Menus and “Croix” User
  • Nokia N82
    Nokia N82What’s Good: Incredible Camera w/Xenon Flash; Full VGA Video Capture; Excellent Web Browser; WiFi;
  • BlackBerry Pearl-8120 Titanium
    BlackBerry Pearl-8120 TitaniumWhat’s Good: Integrated WiFi for Web, Email, and HotSpot@Home UMA Calling; Trackball is easy to
  • LG Venus
    LG VenusWhat’s Good: Beautiful display; Context-sensitive menus; Extensive feature set; VZ Navigation works
  • Nokia N810 Silver
    Nokia N810 SilverWhat’s Good: Stylish, compact design with large touchscreen and full QWERTY keyboard; Excellent

New & coming soon phones

Hot off the presses... here's what's available now and expected to come to market soon!
  • LG Rhythm-AX585 Black
    LG Rhythm-AX585 BlackCarrier: Alltel Wireless
    Retail Price: $299.99 or via ebay
    Contract Price: $119.99
    Hot Feature: Great music phone
  • Samsung Rugby A837-Black
    Samsung Rugby A837-BlackCarrier: AT&T Wireless
    Retail Price: $279.99
    Contract Price: $179.99
    Hot Feature: Rugged to military specs
  • Samsung SGH A237-Red
    Samsung SGH A237-RedCarrier: AT&T
    Contract Price: $49.99
    Hot Features: Bluetooth technology, WAP browser, VGA camera
  • Sony Ericsson TM506-Green
    Sony Ericsson TM506-GreenCarrier: T-Mobile
    Contract Price: $129.99 with instant rebate
    Hot Feature: Quad band, Live TV
  • Motorola Q9 Global - Slate Gray
    Motorola Q9 Global - Slate GrayCarrier: AT&T
    Contract Price: $249.99 before mail-bate
    Hot Feature: 3G, Qwerty Keyboard
  • Samsung Knack
    Samsung KnackCarrier: Verixon Wireless
    Contract Price: $39.99
    Hot Feature: Simple stylish flip
  • UTStarcom Blitz
    UTStarcom BlitzCarrier: Verizon Wireless
    Contract Price: $69.99
    Hot Feature: Kids texting machine
  • LG Voyager-Titanium
    LG Voyager-TitaniumCarrier: Verizon Wireless
    Contract Price: $149.99
    Hot Feature: New color
  • Sony Ericsson W350 Ice Blue
    Sony Ericsson W350 Ice BlueCarrier: AT&T
    Contract Price: Free
    Hot Feature: Thin flip - Music player
  • LG Invision
    LG InvisionCarrier: AT&T
    Contract Price: $149.99
    Hot Feature: Streaming TV

Latest phone images

SGH-A637StormC610SCH-u430 BlackMOTO-ACTV-W450 OrangeMOTO-ACTV-W450 YellowRhythm-AX585 WhiteRhythm-AX585 BlackG1w580i Red5800-XpressMusic BlueChocolate-3-VX8560 BlueRumor BluePro-200Emporio-Armani-M7500Renoir-KC910

Latest winner

October 6, 2008 - Cogratulations to Omar Flores of TX.  He is our week 17 winner of a brand new Motorola Q9m.  "It feels good to know i won, I really did not expect for me to win, it came of great shock to me, thank you phonedog.com for the awesome phone!"
Don't forget to enter »

Fetch PhoneDog via Rss

Subscribe & use your favorite news reader to get: