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Will iMessage work on 3G if the sender or receiver isn't connected to a wi-fi network?

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According to Apple, yes, iMessage works over either WiFi or 3G.

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I can confirm that it does work on both 3G or Wifi. Sender and receiver don't need to be using the same network type. – Todd Sieling Dec 14 '11 at 2:50
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It works as long as you have a data connection. Strictly speaking, it doesn't need 3G (it will work on EDGE too). – Phong Dec 20 '11 at 19:34
This is true, but something to remember is that GSM EDGE data cuts out when you're on a call. GSM 3G data works while you're on a call, though I don't think CDMA 3G does. – beverson Dec 21 '11 at 15:07

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