Ipod touch direct IM programs and itunes tax

[ziomatrixacs]

Hmm, I need them to connect to each other. Ill just have to keep my eyes peeled. Id like to be able to IM my friend if they are in the same building with no internet or open networks..

[nixgeek]

I remember a device called the Zipit Wireless Z2 that did ad-hoc IM and such by connecting with other Z2s through a mesh. I'm not sure the iPod touch or the iPhone have the ability to do this right off the bat.

EDIT: My mistake, this also needs a wifi connection to work.

[ziomatrixacs]

Originally Posted by ElDiabloConCaca

Yep, fryke's right. Not possible -- at least not yet. It is completely feasible that an application can be developed to do what you're describing... but an application like that does not exist (yet).

Keep checking the App Store, and one day, something like that may turn up. As of now, though, it's a no-go.


What you've basically described is email -- as a workaround until an app like that is developed, what's stopping you and your friend from signing up for two gmail accounts, then sending emails back and forth? If you're connected to a wireless access point, then chances are you have an internet connection.

Well, we do have email accounts and send emails but it requires us to be connected to the internet. Im trying to do this with out the internet. Say if one were in the desert or some where with no internet at all..they could still connect the two ipods and send plain text messages.

[ElDiabloConCaca]

Just not possible (yet).

Keep checking the App Store, maybe something will be developed shortly.

[fryke]

I don't think an app has the ability to add ad-hoc WiFi network capability to the iPod touch/iPhone system. So: Don't keep your eyes peeled, it's just not in the cards unless Apple adds ad-hoc network capability to the system.