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QUESTION: I have AT&T wireless. Does the lock option while viewing a text message save the message. If so, is there a time limit? If not, how do I save a text message?
ANSWER: With AT&T Mobility, you would need to tell me what make and model of phone you have and I can tell you how to save a text message. Lock would not relate to saving a message, the option would be save. If you are viewing a message, you should see Options on the bottom of your screen in most cases and then you would choose Save. You can save a certain amount of messages to your device for more permanent storage. Once that space is filled, you will need to delete messages. It's not designed for keeping messages forever. I hope this helps. Thanks. Debin
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QUESTION: The phone is a motorazr2 v9x
When you are reading your text messaging, press the soft key that shows Options. You will have an option to save the text message. The lock option would prevent the message from being read without an unlock password. The limit for saved messages is likely around 30. I hope this helps. Thanks. DebiN
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DebiN
Expertise
I can answer questions on cellular phones, the physical device, the network, contracts, billing, ordering, porting and what to look for when purchasing cell phones. I am located in the United States. I am an expert on BlackBerrys, Treos, HTC devices and iPhones as well as cellphones and aircards. I have over 15 years of experience in both the wireless and wireline world with the carriers. I have a lot of knowledge regarding the wireless providers - their services, prices and policies, both GSM AT&T and T-Mobile) and CDMA (Verizon, Sprint/Nextel). I am very familiar with the individual devices and their specifications. I can also answer questions regarding BlackBerrys, iPhones and other PDAs, both Palm-based and Windows-based. I can troubleshoot most any problem someone is having with their cellular device or with the provider.
Experience
Over 20 years in the Telecom industry working for the carriers with individuals, small business, medium business and large corporations(Fortune 500). Also worked as a professor in Maryland for 10 years teaching telecommunications.
Organizations
I belong to several organizations
Education/Credentials
Master's in Telecommunications
Awards and Honors
Received several awards for papers that I have published over the years
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