How to Text on an iPod Touch Using iMessage

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Make sure your iPod has been updated to iOS 5 or later.

   Connect to iTunes and install the update.
   
   Once you've done that, you will automatically get the iMessage app.
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   Step 2: Connect to the internet wirelessly.

   , This will enable others to use your email address to message you. , You can add their name, the company they work for, their email address and a lot more. ,,, It can be as long as you like.
   
   After you're done typing, hit send.
   
   To send a picture or video, tap on the Camera icon on the left of the text field.
   
   You can choose to take a picture with the camera or pick one from your photo album.
   
   Sending multimedia generally take longer to send than text messages.
   
   Your message will be in a blue speech balloon on the right side of the screen, while the recipient's message will be in a grey balloon on the left side of the screen.
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   Step 3: Set up iMessage with your existing Apple ID.

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   Step 4: Go to Contacts (located at the bottom of the screen) and add your friend's number or email address.

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   Step 5: Tap the "Messages" app at the bottom of your iPod to open it.

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   Step 6: Type in somebody's name (or number) and tap the number/email address you want to message.

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   Step 7: Tap the text field and start typing your message.

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