The Apple iPhone 4S lets you send and receive messages and make calls in a variety of formats. We achieve this with both standard formats and those offered by apps downloaded from the AppStore. In this article, I will discuss some of the available communication applications so that you can take advantage of the benefits they offer.
FaceTime will debut on the iPhone 4S and works in conjunction with the phone’s front camera. You can only use the app if the person you are talking to has a FaceTime device (iPhone 4S, iPad, iPad 2, etc.) and a front camera. If so, you can make video calls over Wi-Fi so you can not only listen to them, but also watch them in real time. This app is especially useful when calling the person supervising you, as you can avoid the familiar cost of calling associated with calling a foreign number over the phone. Because it is free, this app is highly recommended. You can also get connected to anyone by doing Facetime on PC by downloading it in your desktop using android emulator or bluestacks emulator.
This application allows you to send and receive SMS and MMS messages free of charge. Most iPhone 4S prices include a free messaging premium, but if you leave that allocation, an app like WhatsApp could be useful. Because the app uses a 3G or Wi-Fi connection, sending messages is free (although data charges may apply in certain situations. If you want it to be secure, use Wi-Fi whenever possible). This app costs £ 0.69 for the AppStore and I think it is a very good value as you can use it to send an unlimited number of text and media messages. With this application, you can only send messages if the recipient also has WhatsApp installed on their phone. WhatsApp is also available for other operating systems such as Android, so it can also be used in phones such as the Samsung Galaxy S2.
As you can see, the iPhone 4S has more connectivity options than standard phone and messaging features. By using apps like the ones mentioned above wisely, you can significantly reduce your monthly phone bill. These types of apps are great for those who have lower rates or use a Pay As You Go payment. There are many of these apps in the AppStore that allow you to communicate with the iPhone 4S for free; Be sure to check out my other articles for details on some of these.