Method and apparatus for mixed mode personal communication

A method of mixed mode communication in a wireless mobile communication system allows a first user to initially communicate with a second user using a first communication mode, such as a voice calling mode. During the use of the first communication mode, the users decide to use a second communication mode to facilitate a different form of communication, such as an image transfer. The communication device then establishes a second communication link, and a second mode of communication is then engaged in. Upon finishing the second communication mode,, the first communication mode remains, or is reestablished.