# Connectivity and Messaging **URL:** https://jtechforums.org/c/groupme/35.md [Latest](https://jtechforums.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://jtechforums.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://jtechforums.org/tags.md) --- ## [About the Connectivity and Messaging category](https://jtechforums.org/t/about-the-connectivity-and-messaging-category/4595)
**Author:** [@ars18](https://jtechforums.org/u/ars18)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2025, 4:12am UTC](https://jtechforums.org/t/about-the-connectivity-and-messaging-category/4595 "2025-09-28T04:12:20Z")
Connectivity and Messaging: Messaging platforms, SMS/MMS services, integrations and bot use. Scope and posting rules Messaging platforms, SMS/MMS services, integrations and bot use; coding problems go to Development; ca… --- ## [Sunbeam Numberlink](https://jtechforums.org/t/sunbeam-numberlink/5634)
**Author:** [@WonkySim](https://jtechforums.org/u/WonkySim)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2026, 3:19pm UTC](https://jtechforums.org/t/sunbeam-numberlink/5634 "2026-10-06T15:19:43Z")
Sunbeam Numberlink is now in beta. https://sunbeamwireless.com/numberlink-use-phone-number-across-multiple-devices/ New functionality, syncing contacts, call logs, and messages across devices. Supports messaging on yo… --- ## [Why was I blocked from Google Chat?](https://jtechforums.org/t/why-was-i-blocked-from-google-chat/8760)
**Author:** [@tzvi18](https://jtechforums.org/u/tzvi18)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2026, 3:55pm UTC](https://jtechforums.org/t/why-was-i-blocked-from-google-chat/8760 "2026-10-05T15:55:19Z")
For some reason,a week ago i was blocked by google from google chat randomly without knowing why. they gave ne an option to send an appeal so that what i did,but i just received a generic response saying that i violated … --- ## [Teltech, a SMS solution for Texts and groups](https://jtechforums.org/t/teltech-a-sms-solution-for-texts-and-groups/8411)
**Author:** [@PleaseSmileToday](https://jtechforums.org/u/PleaseSmileToday)\ **Replies:** 82\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2026, 5:54pm UTC](https://jtechforums.org/t/teltech-a-sms-solution-for-texts-and-groups/8411 "2026-10-02T17:54:50Z")
Full disclosure, I am not involved with this at all. And in accordance with the Jtech ad policy, I am not making money off this. A person on Ivelt that is in the phone line for a long time and has tools for hotlines and… --- ## [My Verizon Backup Calling Adventure/Guide for S26 Ultra + other phones](https://jtechforums.org/t/my-verizon-backup-calling-adventure-guide-for-s26-ultra-other-phones/8737)
**Author:** [@Rafael](https://jtechforums.org/u/Rafael)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2026, 2:42pm UTC](https://jtechforums.org/t/my-verizon-backup-calling-adventure-guide-for-s26-ultra-other-phones/8737 "2026-09-25T14:42:08Z")
I just travelled internationally, and whenever I do so, I disable my Verizon SIM and purchase a cheap local cell plan. If I don’t, Verizon will charge me $12 a day for the privilege of using my phone number in a foreign … --- ## [Why are a lot of hotlines and conference number with a 605 area code?](https://jtechforums.org/t/why-are-a-lot-of-hotlines-and-conference-number-with-a-605-area-code/6799)
**Author:** [@PleaseSmileToday](https://jtechforums.org/u/PleaseSmileToday)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2026, 2:00pm UTC](https://jtechforums.org/t/why-are-a-lot-of-hotlines-and-conference-number-with-a-605-area-code/6799 "2026-09-25T14:00:19Z")
Disclaimer: This was NOT written by AI, feel free to read. Why do many of the free hotline numbers use a 605 phone number instead of a local number? When you place a call with your phone, the call goes thru internet li… --- ## [GroupMe Alternatives and Ideas Discussion](https://jtechforums.org/t/groupme-alternatives-and-ideas-discussion/8422)
**Author:** [@sh7411usa](https://jtechforums.org/u/sh7411usa)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2026, 6:11pm UTC](https://jtechforums.org/t/groupme-alternatives-and-ideas-discussion/8422 "2026-09-24T18:11:55Z")
Starting this to pull together the GroupMe alternatives discussions in one place, as it is now scattered around a bunch of threads. GroupMe Alternatives — Consolidated Thread Discussions Group Me SMS is Over GroupMe SM… --- ## [The Problem With Subcarriers (US Mobile)](https://jtechforums.org/t/the-problem-with-subcarriers-us-mobile/5520)
**Author:** [@TripleU](https://jtechforums.org/u/TripleU)\ **Replies:** 52\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2026, 4:14am UTC](https://jtechforums.org/t/the-problem-with-subcarriers-us-mobile/5520 "2026-09-23T04:14:52Z")
So here’s the thing. A few years ago — like 5 years ago — one specific company became very popular. It’s called US Mobile. Before I talk about them, know this: they are very good. For what they’re giving you, it is a g… --- ## [Connext.ms](https://jtechforums.org/t/connext-ms/8657)
**Author:** [@connext](https://jtechforums.org/u/connext)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2026, 3:41pm UTC](https://jtechforums.org/t/connext-ms/8657 "2026-09-18T15:41:41Z")
Hi, connext founder here. correction, Connext is much more than just a group chat with app! We have hundreds of organizations including schools, camps, business and marketing agencies using it. We are omni channel - send… --- ## [General GroupMe Master Thread](https://jtechforums.org/t/general-groupme-master-thread/4898)
**Author:** [@Shalom\_Karr](https://jtechforums.org/u/Shalom_Karr)\ **Replies:** 85\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2026, 2:47am UTC](https://jtechforums.org/t/general-groupme-master-thread/4898 "2026-09-20T02:47:15Z")
I made a general thread for GroupMe I happen to know it well as I have played around with it for a while as well as many others probably dud, if anyone has any Questions ask them here and I will try to answer --- ## [GroupUs New GroupMe Alternative](https://jtechforums.org/t/groupus-new-groupme-alternative/8435)
**Author:** [@Groupus](https://jtechforums.org/u/Groupus)\ **Replies:** 162\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2026, 1:48pm UTC](https://jtechforums.org/t/groupus-new-groupme-alternative/8435 "2026-09-17T13:48:37Z")
I created GroupUs. It’s not live yet. Looking for feedback. I know pricing is what everyone is talking about. Also security. You can see the privacy policy clear. --- ## [Voice + SMS + Fax API & HIPAA Compliance](https://jtechforums.org/t/voice-sms-fax-api-hipaa-compliance/8638)
**Author:** [@Shalom\_Karr](https://jtechforums.org/u/Shalom_Karr)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2026, 12:18pm UTC](https://jtechforums.org/t/voice-sms-fax-api-hipaa-compliance/8638 "2026-09-17T12:18:05Z")
Does anyone know anything about Making a Voice API that I can connect to my own endpoints on google vertex Gemini Live with my system prompt to answer phone calls? anyone know anything about Google’s Telephony or about h… --- ## [Physical SIM card from AliExpress](https://jtechforums.org/t/physical-sim-card-from-aliexpress/8616)
**Author:** [@The-curious](https://jtechforums.org/u/The-curious)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2026, 12:41am UTC](https://jtechforums.org/t/physical-sim-card-from-aliexpress/8616 "2026-09-16T00:41:58Z")
You might not believe it, but it works. https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/\_c3qlT42t Someone told me it works great. --- ## [WhatsApp opens blank and crashes on an S7 tablet](https://jtechforums.org/t/whatsapp-opens-blank-and-crashes-on-an-s7-tablet/8584)
**Author:** [@Menachem\_Landman](https://jtechforums.org/u/Menachem_Landman)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2026, 9:53am UTC](https://jtechforums.org/t/whatsapp-opens-blank-and-crashes-on-an-s7-tablet/8584 "2026-09-14T09:53:48Z")
Hi I have a tablet s7 with whatsapp and comes up blank the whatsapp when click on app any ideas? I tried transferring to another device gets stuck in prepping at 10 percent dosent go past it also now keeps on crashing th… --- ## [Transferring SMS between Fig and Wonder Phone](https://jtechforums.org/t/transferring-sms-between-fig-and-wonder-phone/8555)
**Author:** [@Flippy](https://jtechforums.org/u/Flippy)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2026, 8:18pm UTC](https://jtechforums.org/t/transferring-sms-between-fig-and-wonder-phone/8555 "2026-09-09T20:18:00Z")
Trying to transfer SMS from Fig to Wonder. Created the backup on the Fig and on the Wonder phone it has a backup app that specifically says it can back up from Fig backups but it is showing “no backup found”. Anyone have… --- ## [AnnounceMe — one-way SMS announcements for groups](https://jtechforums.org/t/announceme-one-way-sms-announcements-for-groups/8576)
**Author:** [@alembic\_pydantic](https://jtechforums.org/u/alembic_pydantic)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2026, 7:14pm UTC](https://jtechforums.org/t/announceme-one-way-sms-announcements-for-groups/8576 "2026-09-09T19:14:07Z")
Can I also join the party? No support, no refunds Let me know if it works --- ## [Service in israel](https://jtechforums.org/t/service-in-israel/8525)
**Author:** [@draykup](https://jtechforums.org/u/draykup)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2026, 5:56pm UTC](https://jtechforums.org/t/service-in-israel/8525 "2026-09-09T17:56:01Z")
Can anyone help with what the best options are for phone service in Israel, ? --- ## [UnTzibbur - Unofficial Telegram Bot and API](https://jtechforums.org/t/untzibbur-unofficial-telegram-bot-and-api/8557)
**Author:** [@TripleU](https://jtechforums.org/u/TripleU)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2026, 8:56pm UTC](https://jtechforums.org/t/untzibbur-unofficial-telegram-bot-and-api/8557 "2026-09-08T20:56:54Z")
Use the Tzibbur app directly through Telegram instead of downloading the original app. The bot acts only as a bridge between Telegram and Tzibbur. It does not store your message content—message text is deleted as… --- ## [Phone keeps switching from 4G to 3G in Israel](https://jtechforums.org/t/phone-keeps-switching-from-4g-to-3g-in-israel/8524)
**Author:** [@william](https://jtechforums.org/u/william)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2026, 8:48pm UTC](https://jtechforums.org/t/phone-keeps-switching-from-4g-to-3g-in-israel/8524 "2026-09-07T20:48:30Z")
Is there any way to force a phone to use 4g? Have a phone in Israel trying to set it to use 4g because only 4g works but every time the phone jumps back to 3g and doesn’t work… --- ## [How to enable VoLTE on The Cat S22 in Israel](https://jtechforums.org/t/how-to-enable-volte-on-the-cat-s22-in-israel/6040)
**Author:** [@besafeandkosher](https://jtechforums.org/u/besafeandkosher)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2026, 6:24pm UTC](https://jtechforums.org/t/how-to-enable-volte-on-the-cat-s22-in-israel/6040 "2026-09-06T18:24:03Z")
The Cat Phone has all the Israeli bands but VoLTE is not working, is there a way to enable it or to add a file or modify the ROM to get it to work --- ## [Verizon MMS protocol issue (voice note/video not playing)](https://jtechforums.org/t/verizon-mms-protocol-issue-voice-note-video-not-playing/2618)
**Author:** [@Yidish](https://jtechforums.org/u/Yidish)\ **Replies:** 200\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2026, 7:17pm UTC](https://jtechforums.org/t/verizon-mms-protocol-issue-voice-note-video-not-playing/2618 "2026-09-03T19:17:53Z")
As you guys know already that Verizon customers who are using an unverified device are having issues with listening to voice notes and compressed images. Besides if they are using Verizon messages app (Message+). In my … --- ## [A Group Me Alternative that claims to be free "Group It Up"](https://jtechforums.org/t/a-group-me-alternative-that-claims-to-be-free-group-it-up/8401)
**Author:** [@PleaseSmileToday](https://jtechforums.org/u/PleaseSmileToday)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2026, 12:29pm UTC](https://jtechforums.org/t/a-group-me-alternative-that-claims-to-be-free-group-it-up/8401 "2026-08-28T12:29:37Z")
I saw now a website that claims to be an alternative to GroupMe. They write that it will be free, you can message people in a group with mms and sms and can join a few groups and it will be completely free. To create a … --- ## [Enabled CDMA-less still not working](https://jtechforums.org/t/enabled-cdma-less-still-not-working/7463)
**Author:** [@william](https://jtechforums.org/u/william)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2026, 3:59am UTC](https://jtechforums.org/t/enabled-cdma-less-still-not-working/7463 "2026-08-28T03:59:46Z")
Recently over the past 2 weeks I’m getting a feeling that Verizon is not working the same in regards to enabling CDMA less on certain devices. In the past two weeks had multiple times where I can’t get a SIM card to wor… --- ## [Creating my own SMS server relay](https://jtechforums.org/t/creating-my-own-sms-server-relay/8383)
**Author:** [@DaWelch](https://jtechforums.org/u/DaWelch)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2026, 4:46am UTC](https://jtechforums.org/t/creating-my-own-sms-server-relay/8383 "2026-08-26T04:46:12Z")
I’m working on a new project to create an SMS relay between my flip phone and my server, and I could really use some advice to get it off the ground. My current plan is to grab a cheap, factory-unlocked Motorola phone r… --- ## [GroupMe SMS is over](https://jtechforums.org/t/groupme-sms-is-over/8316)
**Author:** [@Shalom\_Karr](https://jtechforums.org/u/Shalom_Karr)\ **Replies:** 127\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2026, 9:03pm UTC](https://jtechforums.org/t/groupme-sms-is-over/8316 "2026-08-24T21:03:59Z")
--- ## [Campaign: Help @Google GetTheMessage](https://jtechforums.org/t/campaign-help-google-getthemessage/8350)
**Author:** [@Dev-in-the-BM\_2.0](https://jtechforums.org/u/Dev-in-the-BM_2.0)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2026, 2:24am UTC](https://jtechforums.org/t/campaign-help-google-getthemessage/8350 "2026-08-21T02:24:49Z")
Takeoff of Needs a lot of work, I haven’t done much yet. Waddaya say? --- ## [Messaging App That Works Over Wi-Fi](https://jtechforums.org/t/messaging-app-that-works-over-wi-fi/5119)
**Author:** [@kosherboy](https://jtechforums.org/u/kosherboy)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2026, 4:44am UTC](https://jtechforums.org/t/messaging-app-that-works-over-wi-fi/5119 "2026-08-18T04:44:07Z")
I lose service sometimes on my Qin and I want to be able to receive texts through Wi-Fi. I use Google Messages (with RCS) and it doesn’t seem to work over wifi. Anyone have any good messaging app in mind that I can use? … --- ## [GroupMe Desktop App](https://jtechforums.org/t/groupme-desktop-app/8139)
**Author:** [@Shalom\_Karr](https://jtechforums.org/u/Shalom_Karr)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2026, 2:04am UTC](https://jtechforums.org/t/groupme-desktop-app/8139 "2026-08-13T02:04:30Z")
I am building a desktop app for groupme - if anyone has any comments or wants to help - here is the github repo --- ## [What's to GORT?](https://jtechforums.org/t/whats-to-gort/7998)
**Author:** [@Jay](https://jtechforums.org/u/Jay)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2026, 3:56pm UTC](https://jtechforums.org/t/whats-to-gort/7998 "2026-08-12T15:56:31Z")
How come in every groupme chat gort is used like whats to gort that people use it; adding -noone uses it for that kicking-doesn’t work properly besides /remove ,welcome messages-ok but a simple bot can deal with that ,Fi… --- ## [Groupme #add #remove Workaround PUBLIC](https://jtechforums.org/t/groupme-add-remove-workaround-public/7991)
**Author:** [@Jay](https://jtechforums.org/u/Jay)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2026, 10:36pm UTC](https://jtechforums.org/t/groupme-add-remove-workaround-public/7991 "2026-08-11T22:36:09Z")
GroupMe Member Manager A Google Apps Script bot that lets trusted people manage membership of a GroupMe chat from a private “control” chat, using simple text commands like add and remove. How it works You deploy the s… [Next page](https://jtechforums.org/c/groupme/35.md?page=1)