What's the difference between imessages and SMS?

The differences between iMessage and SMS include: citation, function, cost, communication mode, scope of application, etc.

1, the reference is different: iMessage is an instant messaging software launched by Apple, which can send short messages, videos and so on. Short message is a text or digital short message transmitted through the signaling channel and signaling network of mobile communication system, which belongs to non-real-time and non-voice data communication service.

2. Different functions: iMessage can send a variety of information formats, including animation, facial characters, hand-drawn animation and so on. , and SMS can only send text or digital messages.

3, the cost is different: sending iMessage does not require additional fees, just use network traffic, and sending SMS requires a package fee according to the number of messages.

4. Different communication methods: iMessage can communicate through WiFi or cellular data network, while short messages can only be sent through mobile communication terminals.

5. Different scope of application: iMessage can send and receive messages with Apple products, while SMS can only be sent by communication number.

The above contents refer to Baidu Encyclopedia -iMessage.