This does not affect Google Apps for Your Domain..

but it certainly negatively impacts access for many...(globally and locally)

This is a huge Digital equity issue.  I understand its about combatting SPAM, but at what expense!

 

"If you'd like to sign up for a Gmail address, you need to have a mobile phone that has text-messaging capabilities.
If you don't have a phone, you may want to ask a friend if you can use his or her number to receive a code. "

 

 

Boo,  Google!

Lucie deLaBruere