SMS or messenger?
The difference between SMS and Messenger
The crucial difference lies in the technology used:
- An SMS is transmitted via the telephone connection, so it does not need an internet connection.
- A messenger message - such as WhatsApp - is sent via the internet connection.
Thus, no WhatsApp message can be transmitted without an internet connection, but an SMS can, as long as there is telephone reception.
Send messages via Messenger
In order to send an instant message to a person, the sender and recipient must have the same messaging app (e.g. WhatsApp) installed.
The second requirement is that the sender knows the recipient's phone number and has also saved it on the smartphone.
If the sender sends the message to a group, all group members must have the same messenger as the sender (e.g. WhatsApp).
To be able to send a message to a group, one must be a member of that group.
If the sender sends the message to a group, all group members must have the same messenger as the sender (e.g. WhatsApp).
To be able to send a message to a group, one must be a member of that group.
Advantages of messenger apps
The great thing about messenger apps is that you can not only send messages to individuals, but also to groups. Everyone reads these messages and writes back to the group, which creates a very lively exchange. In addition, you can easily send photos with the Messenger messages.
This is why WhatsApp, for example, has become such a popular app among family and friends.
But you can also use it to make phone calls, even video calls. You can make and send voice recordings when you can't or don't want to write, and you can even send files with a message.