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> That lowest common denominator will be probably being able to send text messages. Maybe a little more. It was my understanding that we already have a (fairly
by 8fingerlouie 5y ago
> That lowest common denominator will be probably being able to send text messages. Maybe a little more.
It was my understanding that we already have a (fairly old) standard that does just that, which also currently works as a lowest common denominator for texting between at least android and iOS.
- andyferris 5y agoThere’s a telecom protocol tied to your carrier and phone number that predates both android and iOS, but not a (free to use, free to implement) internet protocol. (EDIT: unless you are talking about email)
- 8fingerlouie 5y agoWhatever communication method you select, there will always be ties to a carrier. In GSM it’s a IMEI ID / phone number, in TCP/IP it’s a MAC/IP address. Internet also requires a subscription, subscriber and more. And how would you implement a messaging service with “anonymous” endpoints ? Can’t send messages without a unique identifier for the recipient.
- kilburn 5y agoSMSs are expensive in the EU. Typical mobile plans don't include them and they cost some cents per message (<255 bytes) which would add up quickly. Only some "2fa" and notification systems use them. Actual people don't.