Thx Reinier and Simon,
Both options provide a really needed break. SlingshotSMS and FrontlineSMS
seem like the ideal options at the moment. I'll check them out and give you
an update. When this works out, a Lug or MoMoKla presentation wouldn't be
far off.
The idea is to do a proof-of-concept for the use of mobiles to be used as a
tool for real-time communication and interaction with web apps. Imagine all
the uses, assistance to the illiterate, chatting ... :) (Did I hear someone
ask for local content?)
PS: I would not mind if anyone would like to partner and take this to the
next level. Open Source products are encouraged.
Reinier Battenberg writes:
Both simons suggestion have that option. You could also check out slingshotSMS
--
rgds,
Reinier Battenberg
Director
Mountbatten Ltd.
+256 758 801 749
www.mountbatten.net
On Monday 26 April 2010 23:30:09 Simon Vass wrote:
Might be possible either with FrontlineSMS or Kannel?
Simon Vass
Technical Manager
E-Tech Uganda Ltd
http://www.etech.ug
Tel: +256 (0) 312260620 or (0) 312260621
email: [email protected]
skype: e-techservicedesk
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Sent: Monday, 26 April, 2010 11:13:36 PM
Subject: [LUG] [OT] SMS to csv / DB
Good day,
'Ope you had a nice time, at MoMoKla.
Something's been botherin' me for a while now. Does anyone have a way of
automating the picking of SMS messages from a phone/SIM and then sending
them to a csv file or DB? The idea is to pick and store the sender number
and SMS details.
Sending an SMS via php/web (to a physical phone number) is ok as it goes
via e-mail to the provider’s SMS gateway. Is there a way to reverse this
process, via kannel, (or some other software) or do I have to consider
using a hacked modem and checking for the texts at given intervals?
Pl'se free to contact me off-list, if the need arises. All ideas are
welcome.
PS: The cost of a third party bulk SMS Provider (like TrueAfrican), is
currently prohibitive. :) (DO they even offer such a service?)
FRANCIS.
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