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Posted February 7th, 2007 by brandon

Google SMS allows users to access the Google search engine via text message. There is no additional fee for using Google SMS, and you don't need an Internet subscription package. However, standard text messaging fees apply (usually $0.10-$0.15 depending on your plan). Google SMS gives you the capabilities of directory assistance ...on steroids. You can also get up-to-date info on weather, sports scores, driving directions, price comparisons (Froogle), stock quotes, and a lot more. Here's an example of how it works:

Create a new text message and enter "46645" (the numeric equivelant of GOOGL) as the number you will send to. In the text area add: "pizza 92103"
Within a few seconds, you will receive 1-3 text message(s) (depending on the number of results). They look like this:

Bronx Pizza Inc
111 Washington St
San Diego, 92103
619-291-3341

Papa John's Pizza: Hillcrest-Uptown
1280 University Ave
San Diego, 92103

You follow the same procedure for other types of searches. Here are some example queries: Search for stores: best buy san diego. Find movie showtimes: braveheart 92101. Get weather forcasts: weather san diego. Get directions: from petco park to 3100 fifth san diego. And sports scores: pittsburgh steelers

Visit the Google SMS website for more details. If you haven't had much experience text messaging, SMS 411 has a great how-to guide for beginners.

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