Avast ye, mateys! Learn the ancient secrets o' communicatin' fer nary a doubloon while sailin' the seven seas!
2023-08-20
Be ye aware, me hearties! Venturing across th' seas be costly fer ye mobile device. Fear not, for Kurt "CyberGuy" Knuttson shares with ye a treasure trove o' messaging apps fer yer foreign voyages. Download 'em now, or walk th' plank, ye landlubber!
In a humorous tone, the article discusses the options for staying connected and sending texts while traveling internationally. The article begins by introducing Dean from Alpharetta, GA, who wants to be able to text while abroad. The article then goes on to explain that there are several options for free messaging, as well as low-cost options, for both iPhone and Android users.The first option mentioned is using Facebook Messenger. To use this service for free messaging, one needs to connect to Wi-Fi or use a local SIM card with data. The article also provides the star ratings for the Facebook Messenger app on both iPhone and Android.
The article then discusses using iMessage for free messaging between iPhone users. This option is only available when connected to Wi-Fi and is completely free to use. The article provides instructions on how to set up iMessage and avoid potential charges for international SMS messages.
Other messaging apps mentioned in the article include WhatsApp, Signal, and Telegram. These apps also require a Wi-Fi connection or a local SIM card with data to send messages for free. The article provides star ratings for these apps on both iPhone and Android.
The article concludes by recommending adding an international plan to your phone carrier if you don't want to be dependent on Wi-Fi. It also suggests adding a small amount of data to your plan for emergencies. The article encourages readers to share their experiences and strategies for staying connected while traveling internationally. It also promotes subscribing to the author's newsletter for more tech tips and security alerts.