internet tip: Google on your phone!

You can actually google something from your mobile phone. It's very handy when you're running around and need to lookup something fast. It's FREE except for your normal text messaging fees you pay to your cell phone provider. Usually it's free or 10-25 cents. a LOT cheaper then calling 411 though!

Here's what it's good for:

• Get local business listings when you're on the road and want to find a place to eat.
  
• Obtain driving directions to get from point A to point B without having to ask for directions.
  
• Find movie showtimes and theater locations of movies currently playing near you.
  
• Check weather conditions and 4-day forecasts to plan your day.
  
• Study the latest stock quotes and stay on top of the market.
  
• Get quick answers to straightforward questions.
  
• Compare online product prices with ones you find in retail stores.
  
• Look up dictionary definitions to expand your vocabulary or prove a point.
  

How do I use it?

Enter your query as a text message.
Send the message to the US shortcode 46645 (GOOGL on most phones).
Receive a text message (or messages) with your results, usually within a minute. Results may be labeled as "1/3", "2/3", etc.
To get Google SMS help info sent directly to your phone, send the word 'help' as a text message to 46645.

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