If you have an AOL AIM account, you can use iChat to send SMS messages free.


To do so, simply hit Shift-⌘-N for a New Chat with Person, and enter the mobile number in the following format (+12125551212). When you send the message, you'll receive confirmation from AOL that it was sent.

If you want to add the mobile number to your Buddy List, just hit Shift-⌘-A to Add Buddy and click on New Person.

In the Add Buddy Dialog Box, enter the number in the Account Name field. Optionally, you can use the First Name field to give the mobile number a more readable label in your Buddy List.

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