messaging

Talking isn't the only way to stay in touch with your friends and family. Learn about all the different ways you can message on your new prepaid phone.

text messaging

Text Messaging lets you send short, text-based messages to any 10-digit wireless number or e-mail address. You can also use it to send “short codes” — typically a series of numbers or letters — to find info, enter contests and play trivia games.

  • Mobile-to-Mobile Messaging
  • Send E-mail Messages
  • Receive E-mail Messages
  • Web Messaging

instant messaging

Never lose a connection — Instant Messaging on the go! Download Alltel Instant Messaging and use AOL or Yahoo! Instant messaging service to stay connected with your friends, family and co-workers.

Downloading Alltel Instant Messaging is easy!

Airtime charges apply when downloading Alltel IM. Text Messaging service required. The charges for Text Messaging service will vary depending on your plan. Every instant message sent and received will count against your Text Messaging plan.

picture messaging

With Alltel Picture Messaging, you can use your phone to create memories, capture great moments as they happen, and share them with friends and family. You never know what you might see, and with Picture Messaging, you'll always be ready to snap it and share it!

Just use your Alltel camera phone to snap a shot, then:

  • send it along to friends with text and sound
  • use it to customize your Caller ID
  • save it on your phone as a screensaver or wallpaper
  • save it to the Alltel My Pics Online Album

Picture/video messaging available only on select phones.

video messaging

Video Messaging lets you use your phone to record and share short video clips. It's the newest, most dynamic form of communication. With Video Messaging, you can use your camera to make your own motion pictures, and capture life as it happens.

You can use Alltel Video Messaging to:

  • shoot up to 15 seconds of video right from your wireless phone
  • send videos to any e-mail address or Alltel video phone user
  • upload and manage your photos online in the Alltel My Pics Online Album

Picture/video messaging available only on select phones.