What are the advantages of text messages (SMS) from mobile devices over dialing 9-1-1 from wired or wireless telephone? There are only a few right now. The SMS network was never designed or intended to handle critical messages, and offers none of the assurance, location services or immediate connection offered by a voice 9-1-1 call. Also read (pdf) a very thorough examination of using SMS for emergency messages by the 4G Americas group.
