[xpeacemaker]

Could someone explain to me how Google Voice works?

I was under the impression any texts sent through GVoice will be free of charge since it uses data. When I receive a text message, it forwards to the messaging app (great). However, I am getting charged.

Something odd that I noticed is that when people text me, their number shows up different. I think this happened when I installed WhatsApp (also have Viber installed). I uninstalled WhatsApp, but text messages still show up from this odd number.

I have no idea how this all works but I'd like to correct it. Could someone please help me?

[gone down south]

You have to use the GV app for the texts to be sent via data instead of

Sent from my Nexus 4 using AC Forums mobile app

[Rukbat]

If the texts show up in your messaging app, they came via 2G - and you're charged for that if you're not on an unlimited text plan.