Nokia 6230 User Guide 61 Copyright © 2004 NokiaInstant messaging8 Instant messagingTake text messaging to the next level by experiencing instant messaging (IM) in awireless environment. Engage in instant messaging with friends and family,regardless of the mobile system or platform (like the Internet) they are using, aslong as you all use the same IM service. Check with your wireless service providerfor availability.Before you can start using IM on your phone, you must first subscribe to yourwireless service provider’s text messaging service. GPRS network service is requiredto use instant messaging. You must also register with the IM service you want touse. See “Register with an IM service” on page 62 for more information.Note: Depending on both your IM service provider and your wirelessservice provider, you may not have access to all of the features describedin this guide.• IM SERVICE PROVIDER ICONSSince each IM service has its own display text and icons associated with it, thedisplay text and icons on your phone may appear differently for each IM serviceprovider. If you have any questions about the differences in the various IM serviceproviders’ display text and icons, contact your wireless service provider for moreinformation. The following table shows examples of IM icons and theirdescriptions:Blocked contactNew/unread messageRead messageNew/unread group messageRead group messageGroup invitationContact onlineContact offline6230.ENv1a_9310059.book Page 61 Monday, March 22, 2004 11:54 AM
