SMS

Today we are discussing 0900-sms numbers used (in Austria) in TV shows to catch the opinion of the audience. To send a sms to a 0900 number is usually more expensive than sending a normal sms. A lot of young people are not aware of this fact. The higher rate is usually not displayed either so that it is very hard to find out the exact rate at all.

However we think that people are responsible for their own use of a cell phone and should act accordingly. Maybe it would be a good idea to warn young people - maybe even in school - so they are made aware of the risk they are taking.

Think about it - it's your money!