cell phones
Twitter and Telus, friends again?
So, I just found out that my mobile service provider, Telus, is now on Twitter! Not only that, but they're asking Telus users on Twitter if they want full SMS support again, like Bell customers have. The only problem is that if you want to say yes, you need to be followed by Telus. Why? Because they want responses via direct message.
The horrible state of mobile communications in Canada
Something really cool fell into my lap on Friday. After dealing with a lame old phone that couldn't hold a charge for more than seven minutes of talking, I was able to replace it with a lovely HTC Touch, already upgraded to Windows Mobile 6.1. It's truly a lovely phone, and using it is ever so enjoyable.
I wish I could say the same about my service provider, Telus, but I can't.
Canadian mobile service providers screw over Twitter with expected response
Via VentureBeat comes news that Twitter will no longer be sending SMS updates to Canadians.
Thanks, Bell and Telus, as if your services weren't already overpriced...
According to Sault Ste. Marie News, Bell and Telus have a new plan in mind for text messaging. Are you a Bell Mobility or Telus Mobility client? Well, expect to start paying for incoming text messages, even if they're completely unsolicited. The charges gouging begins on August 8, and both providers are looking at a 15 cent charge — the same customers face for sending a message.
