Yes, you can use your Gmail Account to send SMS for FREE to any of the following networks Globe Telecom, Smart Communications and Sun Cellular subscribers. This new service of Google allows Filipino subscribers to send and receive text messages using their Google Mail Account.

If you are familiar with Chikka then that explains how Gmail Free SMS works. It’s like sending an instant message directly to a mobile phone for free. On the other hand standard network charges apply when a mobile user reply to the message.

Well aside from the Philippine’s network providers you could also send free SMS to 20 other countries. See the complete countries here.

To send a SMS using your Gmail Account all you need is to type the recipient number on the new SMS box in Gmail’s chat window located on the left-side of the screen and just click send.

For more details about this service you could visit: Google.com