Texting

Last activity 10 December 2013 by ToddBlackburn

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LollardActive member09 December 2013 01:54:05

Is there any way to send/receive regular text messages with people in the U.S.? Is it affordable for both those in Panama and those in the U.S.?

tombseekersActive member09 December 2013 13:42:20

Facebook messenger or WhatsApp (a smartphone app) I unlocked my Iphone and have a monthly plan (not minutes). It is $10 for 2+ hrs of talk and $10 for a huge amount of data. I've never run out and it works all over Panama (mostly)

LollardActive member09 December 2013 14:55:56

tombseekers wrote:
Facebook messenger or WhatsApp (a smartphone app) I unlocked my Iphone and have a monthly plan (not minutes). It is $10 for 2+ hrs of talk and $10 for a huge amount of data. I've never run out and it works all over Panama (mostly)

So that's $10 for texts back and forth to North America too, or just within Panama?

tombseekersActive member09 December 2013 17:55:57

I pay $20 a month that includes phone and data. That would be texts, MagicJack, WhatsApp, Waze, and anything else wifi. You do not need a hotspot to access. Just make sure your smartphone is unlocked. You can buy a new sim card and minutes to get started and then find a plan that meets your needs. I use Cable and Wireless for Movil

LollardActive member09 December 2013 20:20:49

So does that get you an American phone number?

ToddBlackburnMember10 December 2013 00:00:42

With Magic jack app you get a US phone number and if you use it on wifi It's totally Free and works great. I use it every day. Whatsapp is for texting and is totally free if the other person has whatsapp. If you need help setting it up PM me and I will give you my number

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