Review: TextNow for iPhone
Both this app and its free lite version bypass the built-in Messages app on the iPhone, enabling iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad users alike to send and receive text messages. TextNow's interface makes it a decent alternative to Messages, but there are some limitations and flaws you should be aware of.
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