MMS stands for Multimedia Messaging Service. It is a standard technology that allows sending messages containing multimedia content-such as pictures, videos, audio clips, and even contact information-over cellular networks, extending the capabilities of traditional SMS (Short Message Service), which only supports text messages
. Key points about MMS include:
- MMS lets users send rich media like images, video (up to about 40 seconds), audio, and slideshows, unlike SMS which is limited to 160 characters of text per message
- MMS messages are delivered differently from SMS: the multimedia content is uploaded to a carrier's Multimedia Messaging Service Center (MMSC), and the recipient receives a notification with a link to download the content
- MMS messages generally have a larger size limit than SMS (often up to 300 KB or more depending on carrier and device)
- MMS is commonly used for personal communication to share photos and videos, and commercially for marketing messages with rich media content
- Sending MMS may cost more than SMS due to the additional data and processing involved
In summary, MMS enhances traditional text messaging by enabling the exchange of multimedia content directly through mobile phones without needing separate apps, making messaging more engaging and versatile
