A character on a mediocre cartoon show once said, "Why would you want to waste time reading something some fool typed with their thumbs."
What is the point of text messaging?
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The point of text messaging is to send small bits of information quickly/easily. If you want to have a bloody conversation with someone there is this invention called a phone.
Depending on what you need to say it can be faster.Haseo21 said:
TxT A: "Hey go get some milk"
TxT B: "rgr wilco"
Phone:
A - Hey we need more milk are you goin to the store?
B - Yeah, but do I need to get stuff for dinner too?
A - I dunno it's YOUR family that is in town.
B - Why are you always so mean?! We can never just have a nice time.
A - At least we can afford a nice time compared to your brother Ted.
B - At least Ted takes care of his wife...
etc etc
It's less costly to just send a message, they might not be able to answer the phone, it's instant, you can communicate without disturbing a quiet environment, and also it's better for leaving quick reminders for people because voice mails are a pain in the butt. And yes, you can do it during classes. Don't tell me what I can and can't do, mom.
As others have said already:
-Cheaper
-Can be read any time
-Is cheaper (and sometimes free)
-Can be more practical
-Not affected as much by loud environments or poor signals
-Is more subtle than talking and can be done without disturbing people nearby
Yes, it spawned the dreaded 'txt speech' but texting does have it's notable advantages and benefits (additionally, I'm opposed to grammar Nazi's so I'm also saying this to spite them).
-Cheaper
-Can be read any time
-Is cheaper (and sometimes free)
-Can be more practical
-Not affected as much by loud environments or poor signals
-Is more subtle than talking and can be done without disturbing people nearby
Yes, it spawned the dreaded 'txt speech' but texting does have it's notable advantages and benefits (additionally, I'm opposed to grammar Nazi's so I'm also saying this to spite them).
short, <30 character texts are ideal for me. Nothing said that ain't important. Unlike calling - you can filter the useless junk out. Informative, to the point, succint. =)
I used to hate it, but then I realized how handy it was.
Its much simpler to text someone something like "Hey, what time does the movie start?", than to call them for just that. Personally, those 15 second phone conversations for simple things are much more annoying than a simple text.
If I have a lot to say, or just generally want to talk to someone, I'll call them.
I also hate that "txt speech" crap. I text how I type. Capital letters, apostrophes and everything.
Picture messaging is also a new favorite of mine. I love seeing something in a store or outside that either reminds me of someone, or is part of an inside joke. I just snap a picture of it, send it, and make someones day.
Its much simpler to text someone something like "Hey, what time does the movie start?", than to call them for just that. Personally, those 15 second phone conversations for simple things are much more annoying than a simple text.
If I have a lot to say, or just generally want to talk to someone, I'll call them.
I also hate that "txt speech" crap. I text how I type. Capital letters, apostrophes and everything.
Picture messaging is also a new favorite of mine. I love seeing something in a store or outside that either reminds me of someone, or is part of an inside joke. I just snap a picture of it, send it, and make someones day.
My mom uses it to be able to talk to someone without disturbing her workplace and it's good if you need to send a message but not have a whole conversation. Any reason you would email someone is probably the same reason you would text message. At least from what I can see.
thenumberthirteen said:
Quoted FTW.thenumberthirteen said:
It can also save power too, since calling drains the phone battery more than texting. Plus, if it's something like remembering directions to go somewhere, you don't have to call the person again or tell them over the phone again "where do I need to go again?" or "what do you want me to buy again?", all you have to do is just open that text message that says "go ryt at 22nd st. keep goin til u c BK" or "buy ruffles, vodka, oj".
And in some countries where calling costs way more than texting and is less affordable (like the Philippines), it's become a norm.
When you do calls, you usually talk about stuff that matters. With texts, you usually just chat. When I want to chat with my friends, I text because A)There are no awkward silences whenever we stop talking, B)The chatting is more relaxed, and C)We can do it while doing other stuff.
it's basically instant messaging that takes slightly longer and can be done anywhere. It's also a good way to have a conversation with someone in a public place that even the nosiest of bystanders have a hard time getting in on.
"Should" I wasn't aware there was anything a Human really should do. And paying attention for the sake of it is just pointless, what if you know everything being told to you? Should you pay attention just so you can act all smug when a question is asked. It's almost like people will put other people in front of their own education.Haseo21 said:
And it's just easy. Quick to the point, why bother calling for something impersonal like "did you get the milk" or for something really personal when you or the other person don't want their opinions heard. I mean I just may be a more private person
Ursus Astrorum said:
Deleted the picture just to save space. The notion that "nothing important was ever typed by someone's thumbs" I would argue is false. Since you said "nothing" I only need to procide one counter exam.
I was recently sent a text describing the importance of Einstein and Heisenberg in the development of modernist literature. I would argue that has some slight relevance, an example of the intertwining of science and the arts.