Extended Text Message Question

[illuminarok]

Hello everyone. I apologize if this question has been asked already.

On my "dumb" phones like LG etc. in Verizon network, I can send text message by 1,000 characters w/ extended text message. I think it sends multiple messages encoded in a special way to get past the 160 character SMS limit.

But, on my Windows Mobile devices, I can only send/receive 160 char messages, and when I receive 161+ char message, I receive a notice saying that the text message has been modified to be compatible with this device.

Why is "dumb phone" so much better to handle extended text messages but Windows Mobile cannot receive? It's a little bit oxymoronic, don't you think? Is there any way to enable extended text messaging functionality to windows mobile devices? Thanks in advance!

[Rudegar]

odd when i go over 160 it tells me that 2 sms's will be sendt maybe it's a setting
or something in your rom

[illuminarok]

I can send, but it doesn't compile them all into one single extended text message. So recipient receive many text message all at one time... they say it's annoying.

Then, if they send me extended text message, I receive 160 char, and after that.. it break away and say "extended message has been truncated due to a lack of support for enhanced messaging on this device."