Instant messaging
22 Instant messaging
You can now take text messaging to the next level by experiencing instant messaging in a wireless environment. You can engage in instant messaging with friends and family, regardless of the mobile system or platform (like the Internet) they are using. Before you can start using instant messaging, you must first subscribe to the text messaging service. You must also obtain a user name and password before you can use instant messaging. See “User name and password” on page 57 for more information.
Note: If instant messaging is not available from your wireless service provider, the IM screen may not appear. Contact your service provider for more information.
•NETWORK SELECTION
With IM, you have the choice of selecting the instant messaging service (IM provider or network) you want to use. Since each instant messaging service has its own display text and icons associated with it, the display text and icons on your phone may appear differently than what is displayed in this user guide update. If you have any questions about the differences in the various networks’ display text and icons, contact your service provider for more information.
•USER NAME AND PASSWORD
Before you can begin to use instant messaging, you must obtain a user name and password. You can do this by registering over the Internet (via your computer) with the IM service provider you have selected to use. During the registration process, you will have the opportunity to create the user name and password of your choice. For more information about signing up for instant messaging services, contact your wireless service provider.
•LOG INTO SERVICE
The first time you use instant messaging, you will need to enter your user name and password and select the network you want to use, in order to log into the service. After the first login, you will not have to select the network again, unless you want to change it. Every time you log in, you will receive screen prompts for your user name and password. You do not have to manually enter your user name (the user name you entered previously appears on the User ID: screen); however, you must manually enter your password every time you log in. To log in for the first time, do the following:
1Select Menu > IM > Login, then select the network to which you want to connect.
2Enter your user name, select Options > OK, enter your password and select Options > OK.
The IM online menu displays.
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