2sms launch an Enhanced Long Messaging Product

2sms has just launch an Enhanced Long Messaging product that allows text messages of up to 3,500 characters to be sent to web enabled mobile phones. By sending messages through Enhanced Long Messaging, it is possible to send information that is more detailed and communicates more effectively to a broader range of devices. Enhanced Long Messages can be retrieved from any device or computer capable of accessing the internet.

2sms Secure Messaging product launch

In response to customer demand 2sms has launched a Secure Messaging product. Secure SMS allows text messages of up to 3,500 characters to be sent to mobile phones with enhanced security features. Messages sent are encrypted. They may require a password to be read and can ‘dissolve’ after reading. The instant reports provide information to indicate when the message was delivered as well as when it was read. You can send a secure message now by going to http://www.2sms.com/secure/enhancedsend.aspx?section=send&pagetype=secure

2sms launch a new web site for it's US business

2sms today launhed a new web site for US customers. The web site remains at www.2sms.com, but has been tailored for the US marketplace. Improvements include new information, solutions for industry verticals, a Buyers Guide, and improved navigation and flow through the site.

2sms continues to offer US customers 24/7 toll free support on 877 276 7266, or email support@2sms.com.

Characterizing the Limitations of 3rd Party EAS systems

http://3gamericas.org/PDFs/Characterizing_the_Limitations_of_3rd_Party_EAS-Traynor_Sept08.pdf

Verizon Wireless’ proposed 3-cent texting fee

http://www.rcrwireless.com/article/20081010/WIRELESS/810102272/updated-sense-of-panic-as-content-vendors-respond-to-verizon

Text overload - RCR wireless article

http://www.rcrwireless.com/article/20081001/WIRELESS/809299973/Text-overload--Links-in-the-SMS-chain-taxed-by-volume

2sms appoints Kevin Jauncey as Chairman

2sms is delighted to appoint Kevin Jauncey as Chairman of the 2sms Group, which includes 2sms.com Ltd (UK) and 2sms LLC (USA).

Kevin Jauncey is a senior executive having worked at board level in the Telecoms and IT/ Software market in both PLC and private companies for the last 10 years. A proven track record of growing business, good communication and building strong dynamic teams. He is experienced in raising capital in both the private and public sectors, and delivering strategies based on M&A activity. He has a deep understanding of the Global Communication market, and has developed a strong network of IT and Communication professionals and executives.

He is also currently Chairman of PIXELearning Ltd. and on the board of a number of technology companies, ranging from video gaming peripherals to the construction software sector. He also advises companies on strategic development.
Among many roles in International Telecoms, he was responsible for BT's telecom business in Asia, Africa and the Middle East. He was also Director of a BT - France Telecom joint venture.

2sms adds a SMS Google Gadget

2sms is pleased to add a SMS Google Gadget to its inventory of software add-ins.


The gadget runs on the following servers :
· Microsoft Sharepoint 2007 Server
· iGoogle
· IBM WebSphere portal server
· BEA WebLogic server
· MyAOL
· RedHat JBoss portal
· SUN portal

The Gadget runs on the following Google services ;
· iGoogle
· Google Apps start pages
· Google Chrome
· Google Desktop
· Google Maps
· Google Toolbar
· Orkut
· Blogger
· Google Calendar
· Google Spreadsheets API and Tools

2sms launches SMS XML web services v2

2sms is delighted to announce that is has launched version 2 of its SMS XML web services.

These web services provide access to the core functionality of the messaging system allowing you to create your own applications that utilise text messaging and email. We provide two types of web services for you to use: Simple and Complex. Both of these contain the same functionality but require either the use of simple data types (e.g. string and integer) or complex data types (e.g. date/time and array).

For full documentaton, please visit http://www.2sms.com/software.aspx?section=WebService

2sms will continue to support version 1 web services, so existing customers

Purchasing cards now accepted by 2sms LLC

2sms LLc is now able to accept US domestic purchasing cards for payment. This adds to Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Diners Club that are also accepted.

2sms also offers invoicing terms for established customers.



2sms operates in the US and UK, and accepts payments in USD $, GBP£ and EUR €.

New products - sneak peak

2sms is proud to offer a sneak peak of its new suite of productivity products.

Team Collect - Create questions, and send them out to your mobile workforce for online completion from web browser or mobile device.

Team Publish - Publish information direct to the mobile phone using mobile internet. Excel spreadsheets and Team Collect data to mobile works in 60 seconds.

Team Links - Create links to mobile web sites and share them with your team.

Team News - Create links to RSS newsfeeds, and publish to your people on the move.

Team Address - view your 2sms address book from a mobile device.

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TeamData portal - Pull all the products together into a mobile portal for remote workers.

2sms new web site

2sms is pleased to announce its new web site. Improved navigation, a Return on Investment calculator, and a suite of new products are all offered.

For the technically minded, the new website is running on Microsoft .Net 3.5 infrastructure, served from a web farm for improved performance and service quality.

2sms.com joins the Nothing But Nets campaign

Nothing But Nets is a grassroots campaign to save lives by preventing malaria, a leading killer of children in Africa.

The UN Foundation has now partnered with groups as diverse as National Basketball Association's NBA Cares, The People of the United Methodist Church and Sports Illustrated to bring Nothing But Nets to the American public. These Founding Partners are joined by corporate, multi-media and financial partners to make a significant impact by raising awareness and funds to purchase and distribute bed nets and save lives.

http://www.nothingbutnets.net/

Verizon buys Alltel in $28bn deal

Verizon Wireless has said that it is buying Alltel in a deal worth $28.1bn making it the largest mobile phone network in the US, overtaking AT&T.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/business/7438290.stm

Blog on the future of mobile messaging

http://www.mobilemessaging2.com/

YFM, investor in 2sms, is acquired by the GLE Group.

YFM Press release

Sale creates powerful national force for UK's growing businesses

YFM Group has been acquired by GLE Group, a leading provider of investment and advisory services to small and growing businesses. YFM’s Head Office in Leeds will remain the focus of YFM Group’s activities and the YFM brand will be retained. The combined businesses will now employ over 320 highly qualified staff in the UK and on the Continent, and take funds under management to £335 million. “The union with GLE will enable the continued activity of both investment arms, YFM Venture Finance and YFM Private Equity, in addressing the perceived gap in the market for risk capital. “ said Peter Garnham, Managing Director of YFM Venture Finance.

GLE currently operates a range of businesses, including property investment and development, business finance, business development and an economic development consultancy.
YFM Business Development, which manages the Manufacturing Advisory Service in the Yorkshire & Humber region, will work closely with the business development team at GLE.
“The joining of GLE and YFM will open up new opportunities for both businesses“, said Martin Large, Chief Executive, GLE. “Both companies share a similar history and a passion for innovative solutions for small businesses. The union will further build on the national presence and strong reputation of YFM. I very much look forward to a very positive future for GLE and YFM”. “Joining forces makes logical sense for YFM employees, clients, partners and the wider business community. YFM’s businesses fit very well alongside GLE’s Growth Capital and Business Development activities and together both Groups will be significantly stronger.” said David Hall, Managing Director of YFM Private Equity.

About GLE Group
GLE, a leading economic development company delivering investment, products and services to promote small business growth, is headquartered in London with satellite offices spanning the South East, Brussels, and Prague. A trusted partner in small business support and equity finance, GLE is renowned for innovation and commitment to developing products, investment and services to maximise the potential of individuals, small enterprises and growing businesses. By bringing together commercial know-how in economic development, finance and
regeneration GLE delivers key public policy objectives. For more information, visit http://www.gle.co.uk/

About YFM Group
From ten regional offices the YFM Group, through its FSA registered arms YFM Venture Finance and YFM Private Equity, manage circ £300 million of funds for both institutional and retail clients. Investors include UK clearing banks, pension funds, private individuals, large corporates, the European Investment Fund and local, national and European governments combined with the Regional Development Agencies. Our team of over 40 investment managers specialise in making investments with equity of up to £8 million, although the leveraging effect of venture capital means that the total value of the deal can be much larger. YFM Group are the small business investment specialists and are the UK’s most active investor in SMEs (as
verified by Venture Index), and have been successfully backing businesses since 1982.
In the 12 months to end of March 2008 YFM Group invested £47 million in deals worth over £220 million in 91 companies across the UK.

2sms service updates

2sms is now publishing it's serivce updates in a new section of its support forum.
http://www.2sms.com/Forum/messages.aspx?ForumID=12

This information is also supplied in RSS format. Subscribe to http://www.2sms.com/Forum/rssfeed.aspx?id=12&Task=ForumRSS

Auto charging

In response to customer requests, 2sms is now able to offer auto charging. Once setup, a customer can arrange for 2sms to issue an auto-invoice when their account balance gets low. This process is automatic. This new service provides reassurance to a customer that they will never run out of messages in time of need.

The auto charging service is provided at no extra cost, and may be subject to a credit check.

2sms support forum

2sms has updated it's support forum at www.2sms.com/forum. This area is used by customers to pose technical questions to the 2sms IT support team.


All the support forums also are available as RSS news feeds.
http://www.2sms.com/Forum/rssfeed.aspx?id=11&Task=ForumRSS

CTIA Las Vegas 2008

2sms will be attending CTIA April 1-3. Antonio Villacorta and Thomas Heidelberg will represent 2sms. 877-2sms-com for more information. http://www.ctiawireless.com/