Short Message Service, or SMS, is the texting component of cellular phones. SMS messages are limited to only 160 characters and the vast majority of them are mobile-to-mobile. Text messages that are sent mobile-to-mobile almost always contain “metadata” showing the phone number from where they originated. If your cellular phone does not show this information when you view a text message, contact your phone’s manufacturer or carrier to research how to view this information. Tips Warnings Writer Bio
