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2009-12-02 , 00:08
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Originally Posted by Tintin View Post
I'd recommend that you first take some time to read up on Google Voice on its homepage as it will explain things that you ask bout here - like callback number; using SIP, SMS, etc.

You say the message layout is 'confusing'. Could you elaborate how its' confusing as just saying it is isn't exactly useful.
Since I've been using Google Voice for a long time (8 months, nearly since the preview began), I'm well versed in how it works.

I thought this was a Google Voice app that didn't require it be using SIP or another vehicle. That's all. I really want a true Google Voice app that makes my device work like part of the normal phone app like on some Android devices. The SIP implementation using Gizmo5 is cool for the phone part, but I want to also be able to send SMS and receive as well, preferably using the default SMS/Conversation app. Dialcentral does neither of these. Its a decent app, just not what I expected.

Originally Posted by Laughing Man View Post
SMS works but not short code SMS. So you can't use the 5 letter/number SMS codes (though Google Calendar and Weather work..). SMS sent through GV will use the GV #. On the n800 it alerted you by flashing the blue led indicator. Now on the n900 I believe it ties into the notification system (so whatever LED that uses).
I wasn't sure what short code SMS is. Had to Google it. I NEVER send messages to short numbers. My calling plan when I had a SIM didn't even allow it, and for good reason. The LED alert is nice, but why not the yellow alert with audio like all other apps? The LED isn't always obvious, and hasn't worked for me yet. I actually have already missed some messages, and haven't seen an alert of any kind. I think it loses connection or something.

Is it impossible to implement GV SMS into Conversation like a typical messaging service? Does Nokia have no plans to implement it? I know they said they're all about service accessibility now.
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