Sending a text the wrong way could cost you money and trouble

Ever wondered why your text messages sometimes fail to send, show up pixelated or don’t appear at all on the other person’s end? 

It might not be your phone, but your carrier’s messaging support. Knowing the difference between SMS, MMS and RCS and how your carrier handles them can save you money, improve message delivery and ensure you’re using the full potential of your messaging app.

Before you can figure out which phone carrier fits your messaging needs, it helps to understand the differences between the three main types of mobile messaging — SMS, MMS and RCS. Each has its own capabilities, limitations and impact on your experience.

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