Dialing 411 from your cell phone is an expensive proposition. It costs as much as $1.79 per call plus tax. If you ask for additional numbers or want the number texted to you, the price goes up. Now there is a solution that is quick, easy and only costs as much as a text message.
Next time you need directory assistance send a text to YAHOO (92466) and get an answer within seconds. Looking for a restaurant nearby? Text “food,” plus the zip code or city and state, and instantly get some options sent back to your phone. You will also receive the address and phone number for each.
It can be used for quickly getting other information as well. Here are some examples to try:
| Search Features | Sample Query |
| Weather | weather chicago |
| Sports | score st louis cardinals |
| Movies | movies 63005 |
| Stocks | stock t |
| Directions | directions tulsa to altus |
| Maps | map 5th avenue new york |
| Flights | flight aa 2111 |
| Area Codes | area code 650 |
| Products | price ipod player 40gb |
| Q&A | abraham lincoln birthday |
| Zip Codes | zip code 72202 |
| Local | sushi 94040 |
To get started save 92466 as Yahoo! in your phone. Standard text messaging rates apply.
