Hey Folks,
We’ve just released JSMS 4.1.5. This release fixes a few bugs, but it’s primary purpose is to add a check for the version of Java that you use to run JSMS.From now on, you need to use Java 6 or newer to run JSMS. If you see a warning about the version of Java that you are using, DO NOT IGNORE it, as not fixing the issue will mean that the next release of JSMS WILL NOT RUN on your PC.
So why are we doing this? And why make a release with so few features? It’s simple: we have ANOTHER update already beta tested and ready for general release. This new update is jam-packed with improvements and new features. But it will NOT RUN unless you are using the correct version of Java. This is not an idle warning! If you are not using the correct version of Java, the upcoming release will simply crash without any warning why! Thus, we’re now giving you an opportunity to prepare your system for the upcoming release.
Don’t worry, we will be on hand to help address any issues you may encounter with this (or any other) release of JSMS. But your first port of call for help should be to check out the entry regarding Java 5/Java 6 on our blog:
http://jsmsirl.wordpress.com/2009/04/17/jsms-5/
You should also look at our FAQ for assistance:
http://jsmsirl.sourceforge.net/JSMS/FAQ.html
And if after that you still need assistance, then please email us at jsmsirl@gmail.com and we will try to reply to you as soon as possible.
The JSMS dudes…
JSMS 4.2 is coming! You, the user, also need to prepare for this release:
Java 6
All users will need the latest version of Java (Java 6) to enable the upcoming new version to run.
Windows & Linux users
- Click here to check if you already have it.
- Follow the instructions on that site to install the latest version if prompted.
Mac OS X (Intel) users
Mac users no longer need to do anything except download the latest JSMS release from http://jsmsirl.sourceforge.net/ and install as usual.
Note: Apple has only released Java SE 6.0 for 64 bit Intel Macs running Leopard. So if you have a Core Duo Mac or earlier (inlcuding PowerPC), or OS X Tiger you are stuck with Java SE 5.0 and earlier and should not upgrade to the latest version of JSMS. You should only use JSMS version 4.1.2 which you can download from here. (Note: You should disable automatic updates in JSMS preferences after installing the older version. If it says an update has been downloaded, go to the JSMS install folder and delete the file ‘updateArchive.zip’ to prevent the update getting installed.)
So why do you need to do this? It’s simple: we have ANOTHER update already beta tested and ready for general release. This new update is jam-packed with improvements and new features. But it will NOT RUN unless you are using the correct version of Java. This is not an idle warning! If you are not using the correct version of Java, the upcoming release will simply crash without any warning why! Thus, we’re now giving you an opportunity to prepare your system for the upcoming release.
iPhone and iPod Touch users
Did you know, you can now use JSMS on your iPhone or iPod? Now you can save cash while on the go!
Jelly SMS is available now in the iTunes App Store.
See JellySMS.com for more information and a demo video.
