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An SMS alert is a text message sent to users of mobile devices. Many news sites regularly send breaking-news SMS (Short Message Service) alerts to a list of subscribers. As the use and sophistication of mobile devices increase, news organizations are making it a priority to deliver timely and appealing content.

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