Why Text Message

Originally Posted by pnoon

If people would look at these devices as tools and not toys, the usage (and associated costs) would not be an issue.

True but kids are on the same contract, they have no concept of money, I dont think kids should have them but wife thinks different.

[gettysburgfreak]

I don't really use my cell phone that much. When I do, I like to text because I hate talking on the phone, especially if I am in a crowded area. I will say it drives me up a wall to see all these premadana girls walking around texting out of control and making that annoying click click on the keyboard.

[cricky101]

I use it primarily when I'm some place loud, or know the person I'm trying to reach is some place loud (like a bar) and need to send them a short message ("We're at Sweeny's Saloon until 10").Then it's VERY handy.

Or during the day at work. I can send out a quick message covertly and know they can read it without having their cell to their ear, checking their voicemail.

Originally Posted by piperman

Unlimted text 10 dollars, minutes are not free.

Now that I understand

[Starscream]

Originally Posted by LasciviousXXX

For me it has a lot to do with work. I work in an industry where anything can happen at anytime and then I have to 100% focus on what's going on. Many times this makes phone calls impossible as I would have to hang up with someone 6 times during the conversation. So for me txt'ing is easier and faster and its something I can do at the same time I'm doing something else.

I can text someone while i'm in a meeting, but I ain't gonna talk on the phone while in that meeting.

Originally Posted by croatan

I really dislike talking on the phone.

I hate talking on the phone as well. I guess it's from taking phone orders nonstop during my previous job as a manager at Pizza Hut.

Originally Posted by andysutherland

I can text someone while i'm in a meeting, but I ain't gonna talk on the phone while in that meeting.


I hate talking on the phone as well. I guess it's from taking phone orders nonstop during my previous job as a manager at Pizza Hut.

I love Pizza Hut, is Canadian Bacon the same as Ham?

Originally Posted by Drat

2 words:

Boring Meetings

Motion to replace the word "Meetings" with "Classes"

[kayak_rat]

I hate texting.........and anyone who texts me better have a damn good reason for doing so..........

















Dustin and I were texting earlier.......hehehe

[kayak_rat]

Better add some content to this discussion.......basically for me......informal communication is easiest. If I have something serious to talk about, its face to face or over the phone. If I am BS'ing or just wastng time, it will be texting.........or using skype on my phone.

[fxpose]

After reading this thread I can now understand why people text message.

Yes, I love these threads about how we all need to have cell phones and how we need to text while we are driving because we are all just so busy with life. Give me a break,,,how did we all survive before cell phones? How did we all survive without texting? Look back on the last 50 years and see how we all communicated before the self indulgent society came about. Yes, these cell phones make life easier but there is a price to pay and a responsible way to use these,,,,not by texting while we drive, not by talking incessantly on them like they were an appendage to our bodies, having the need to talk in grocery stores, shops, airports, you name it. I like having a cellphone because when I need it they are a great convenience,,,but damn, do I have to have it in my ear constantly ( blue tooth ) in case I miss a call? In case I have to talk with someone that I haven't talked with in the last half hour?

Just had to get this out,,,I am so sick of people's need to have to text, talk, surf, or anything else associated with a cellphone 8 hours a day.

Originally Posted by Cigary

Yes, I love these threads about how we all need to have cell phones and how we need to text while we are driving because we are all just so busy with life. Give me a break,,,how did we all survive before cell phones? How did we all survive without texting? Look back on the last 50 years and see how we all communicated before the self indulgent society came about. Yes, these cell phones make life easier but there is a price to pay and a responsible way to use these,,,,not by texting while we drive, not by talking incessantly on them like they were an appendage to our bodies, having the need to talk in grocery stores, shops, airports, you name it. I like having a cellphone because when I need it they are a great convenience,,,but damn, do I have to have it in my ear constantly ( blue tooth ) in case I miss a call? In case I have to talk with someone that I haven't talked with in the last half hour?

Just had to get this out,,,I am so sick of people's need to have to text, talk, surf, or anything else associated with a cellphone 8 hours a day.

Technology will ruin us all, just wait and see.

[fxpose]

Originally Posted by Cigary

Give me a break,,,how did we all survive before cell phones?

It's all about the level playing field.

Originally Posted by Cigary

Yes, I love these threads about how we all need to have cell phones and how we need to text while we are driving because we are all just so busy with life. Give me a break,,,how did we all survive before cell phones? How did we all survive without texting? Look back on the last 50 years and see how we all communicated before the self indulgent society came about. Yes, these cell phones make life easier but there is a price to pay and a responsible way to use these,,,,not by texting while we drive, not by talking incessantly on them like they were an appendage to our bodies, having the need to talk in grocery stores, shops, airports, you name it. I like having a cellphone because when I need it they are a great convenience,,,but damn, do I have to have it in my ear constantly ( blue tooth ) in case I miss a call? In case I have to talk with someone that I haven't talked with in the last half hour?

Just had to get this out,,,I am so sick of people's need to have to text, talk, surf, or anything else associated with a cellphone 8 hours a day.

Amen Bro, Preach on it. It's not the end of the world if you take a message.

Most of the reasons James, Dustin and others have mentioned.

Sometimes it would be disruptive to take or make a call, sometimes I don't feel like talking on the phone, sometimes I just have something to say or information to share, etc.

Think about it. If I'm meeting a friend at a bar and will be 10 minutes late, does that require a phone call?

A quick, "be there in 10" is faster and less intrusive.

[acruce]

Sometimes I just don't want to talk.But I need an answer to something.So text is a good alternative.

I know this will sound shocking from a 23 year old, but I HATE texts, I don't have a phone with a full keyboard and even the ones I looked at the did, just sucked to type on.

I don't carry a text plan, if you have my # you are welcome to call me. If you are bored play a game on your phone lol.

It's ironic I hate texting, because i'm ALWAYS on AIM, and love it.

[ucla695]

I text from time to time, but not really on a regular basis. I can see the benefits, but not on a 24-7 basis. Especially in the movie theater! It seems like everytime I go to see a movie these days, there's some a$$hat in front that insists on texting during the movie. What is that important that it can't wait for a couple of hours. And if it is that important, the person shouldn't be watching a movie anyway. [/rant off]

[neoflex]

Simple Answer, I hate talking on the phone.

[SteveA]

Originally Posted by kdog

I don't get it. You can dial a number and talk to someone and get an immediate answer. WHY TEXT???? and wait for an answer. Maybe I'm just old but I can't get it. Help me.

It's easy. It's quicker than a verbal conversation. I don't always need an immediate answer.