BASKING RIDGE, NJ — With wintry weather making an early and frigid debut across the nation, Verizon Wireless, owner and operator of the nation’s largest and most reliable 3G network, offers the following tips to help consumers use their wireless phones when it’s cold outside:

Keep your phone fully charged. Cold temperatures can run down the phone’s battery charge more quickly. Use a car charger to keep the phone’s charge if you get stranded or stuck in traffic on icy or snowy roads. Think about an extra battery as backup.
Handle your phone with care. The display screen can become brittle when exposed to cold temperatures for long periods of time.
Keep your phone in a warm place; avoid leaving it in an outside pocket or backpack or in the car overnight. When outside in the cold weather, carry your phone in an inside jacket pocket, keeping it close to your body for warmth.
Remember you can’t dial or access the keyboard on a touch screen with gloves, so consider adding finger flip gloves to your winter holiday wish list.
Download free winter apps to your phone from Android Market™ such as:
Winter Weather Outlooks – Allows you access to the National Weather Service Winter Weather Outlooks, so you’ll know what kind of winter weather is headed your way.
How Cold Is It? – A wallpaper that changes color depending on the outside temperature – deep red when it’s hot and icy white when it’s freezing.
ShoppeHUB – This app allows you to make secure purchases on cold weather gear, including winter clothing.
Coffee Recipes – Choose from more than 90 easy coffee recipes that will be sure to keep you warm.
Year-Round Network Commitment
Verizon Wireless works year-round to enhance wireless service, increase calling capacity, and add new services nationwide. Since the company was formed, Verizon Wireless has invested more than $60 billion in its nationwide network – $5.7 billion on average every year.

More Information Available

Follow VZWNetwork on Twitter for ongoing network updates, enhancements and information.
See video footage of Verizon Wireless’ year-round network preparations across the country on YouTube and in the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library.
Find additional information on Verizon Wireless at www.verizonwireless.com. 

BASKING RIDGE, NJ — For those who desire access to both corporate and personal e-mail on one device, Verizon Wireless today announced the launch of Mobile Email 4.0, an enhancement to the current Mobile Email solution – providing customers an improved method of accessing e-mail on a wide range of Feature Phones.

Available on a wide array of devices, including the LG Octane™, LG Cosmos™ Touch and Samsung Zeal™, Mobile Email 4.0 provides customers with a better user experience and more value for their money on their data plans. Enhancements to the current Mobile Email solution include:

Advantage of True Push Experience: E-mails are automatically pushed to customers’ devices, meaning customers stay on top of all their e-mails without needing to refresh.
Microsoft® Exchange Email: Integration with personal and corporate e-mail on a single device, including aggregated personal and work contacts. Customers have all of their contacts in one place to stay connected to everyone.
New User Interface: Provides customers with a fully redesigned interface, including a sleek new look and easy navigation. Users will also be able to upload attachments from their My Pix folder or memory card, allowing them to share moments with family and friends wherever they are.
Outlook® Calendar Sync: Customers can balance their personal and business schedule since they can keep track of all appointments in a single device.
Customers who have not downloaded the upgrade will receive an embedded SMS message that will trigger the download automatically. The Mobile Email application is available for a monthly fee of $5 with a Pay as You Go data option or included with a $15 or higher data package. To learn more about Mobile Email 4.0, including a list of compatible devices, go to www.verizonwireless.com/mobileemail. For more information on other Verizon Wireless products and services, visit a Verizon Wireless Communications Store or call 1-800-2 JOIN IN.

BASKING RIDGE, NJ — Heading to the mountains for some skiing, snowboarding or other winter sports? Get geared up and stay connected with the Verizon Wireless network.

Verizon Wireless works year-round to enhance wireless service, increase calling capacity, and add new services nationwide, including improvements to its network at popular winter sports destinations. The nation’s largest and most reliable 3G network enables skiers and snowboarders to maximize their time on the slopes and use their Verizon Wireless service to update online social media sites with photos from the day’s events, provide friends with real-time updates on conditions, get the latest snow report, or make those après plans, whether on the lift or at the lodge.

Thanks to recent network enhancements, Verizon Wireless customers this season can enjoy increased coverage and/or capacity at even more popular mountain communities and ski resorts, including:

California’s Snow Summit Ski Resort and Moonridge Ski Resort in Big Bear Lake, and Mountain High in Wrightwood
Colorado ski resorts in Aspen, Beaver Creek, Loveland, Snowmass, Telluride, Vail and Winter Park
New York’s Greek Peak Mountain Resort in Cortland and Swain Ski & Snowboard Resort in Swain
Oregon’s Mt. Hood Meadows in Mt. Hood and Timberline Lodge in Timberline
Vermont’s Magic Mountain Ski Area in Londonderry, Mount Snow Resort in West Dover, Okemo Mountain Resort in Ludlow, Smugglers’ Notch Resort in Smugglers’ Notch, and Stratton Mountain Ski Resort in Bondville
Chris Rogers, editor of Snowboarder Guide recently wrote about the Verizon Wireless 3G network in a DROID review. He wrote, “It's worth mentioning that Verizon’s 3G is pretty impressive in the Colorado Rockies. The DROID has full 3G coverage at many of Colorado's ski resorts – checking e-mail has never been faster from the top of Steamboat at 10,500 feet.”
Year-Round Network Commitment
Verizon Wireless’ network enhancements are part of the company’s aggressive multi-billion dollar network investment each year to stay ahead of the growing demand for voice and data services. Verizon Wireless has invested more than $60 billion in its nationwide network since it was formed – $5.7 billion on average every year.

With the Verizon Wireless 3G Network Extender, powder hounds can make sure their network connection is available in out of the way places. Customers with ski homes or condos where geography or structural conditions may interfere with reception can use the Verizon Wireless 3G Network Extender to help connect with the nation’s largest and most reliable 3G network.

More Information Available

Follow VZWNetwork on Twitter for ongoing network updates, enhancements and information.
See video footage of Verizon Wireless’ year-round network preparations across the country on YouTube and in the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library.
Find additional information on Verizon Wireless at www.verizonwireless.com.

MANCHESTER, NH — To continue to stay ahead of rising demand for wireless voice, 3G multimedia and Internet access in Hillsborough County, New Hampshire, Verizon Wireless has expanded its local network. Earlier this year the company earned recognition from J.D. Power and Associates for “Highest Call Quality Performance among Wireless Cell Phone Users in the Northeast” *.

Consumer Advantages

New cell site provides increased wireless voice and 3G data along I-293, Straw Road/East Dunbarton Road, Route 3A and parts of River Road and Union Street in Manchester, as well as the surrounding areas
Expanded 3G data capacity in Manchester lets more customers using notebook computers or smartphones:
Download and use cool apps, from mobile social networking platforms to GPS-enabled maps
Rapidly browse the Web to keep up with news, sports, stock quotes, Hollywood gossip and more
Work on-the-go with fast file sharing
Quickly download and play music favorites from Top 40 to Classical
Send e-mails to friends, family and co-workers with picture and video attachments
Download and play vivid 3D games
Stream must-see video and customized radio stations
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“People across New Hampshire are increasingly relying on smartphones and 3G apps to manage their busy lives and stay connected at home or on-the-go,” said director for Network Systems Performance for Verizon Wireless, Richard Enright. “The $2.6 billion we’ve invested into our New England network has kept us ahead of consumer trends, provided our customers a 3G advantage and underscored our belief that any mobile device is only as good as the network it runs on. Proactive and sustained investment has made Verizon Wireless the 3G leader in New England and nationwide.”

Harnessing the Capabilities of a Robust 3G Network
Verizon Wireless’ 3G network powers many leading mobile multimedia services, including:

Mobile Broadband Internet Access: Notebook computer users can access e-mail, download files and browse the Internet at broadband speed, downloading a one megabyte e-mail attachment – the equivalent of a small PowerPoint® presentation or a large PDF file – in about eight seconds and uploading it in less than 13 seconds.
V CAST Video: V CAST multimedia services offer customers the ability to play cutting-edge 3D games and stream video clips straight to their phones, as well as to watch dozens of on-demand videos, including breaking news, weather, sports highlights and the hottest entertainment clips.
Sustained Wireless Investment
The company has invested more than $60 billion since its inception to increase the wireless voice and data coverage of its national network and to add new 3G services like Mobile Broadband and V CAST. As the carrier with America's largest and most reliable wireless network, Verizon Wireless cell sites in New England provide 3G wireless data connectivity.

Engineering America’s Most Reliable Wireless Network
The company’s ‘America’s most reliable wireless network’ reputation is based on network studies performed by test men and test women throughout the country. By traversing more than one million miles annually on Interstate, U.S. and state highways, as well as major roads and surface streets in high-population areas – the equivalent of two roundtrips to the moon or 40 trips around the world – the test men and women confirm that voice calls and data connections are successful on the first attempt and stay connected. Vehicles are equipped with computers that automatically make more than 3.5 million voice call attempts and more than 19 million data tests annually on Verizon Wireless' network and the networks of other carriers.

VALPARAISO, IN — Verizon Wireless has activated a new cell site in Valparaiso, Ind., which improves voice and data coverage west of the city, including around Forest Park Golf Course and Ogden Gardens. Travelers will experience improved coverage when traveling on U.S. Route 30 towards Merrillville and on State Road 130 towards Hobart.

The new cell site, which is equipped with a permanent backup generator for times of emergency, empowers more Verizon Wireless customers to rely on their wireless phones for social networking, Internet browsing, downloading apps, exchanging e-mail and text, picture and video messaging as well as making calls.

“Our customers rely on their wireless devices for virtually all of their communication needs,” said T.J. Fox, president-Northwest Indiana/Illinois/Wisconsin Region, Verizon Wireless. “Ten years ago, ensuring they could make clear calls and stay connected was our top priority. That still is and always will be important. Additionally though, we closely monitor all other network usage, such as Internet browsing and downloading apps or music, and make improvements accordingly, so that our customers’ experience on our network is seamless regardless of how they want to use their phone.”

In addition to the ongoing investment in its 3G network, Verizon Wireless recently launched the world’s first large-scale 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) network in 38 major metropolitan areas and 60 commercial airports. This initial launch covers more than 110 million people – more than one third of all Americans. By 2013, Verizon Wireless will have full nationwide 4G LTE coverage everywhere the Verizon 3G network is available today.

Verizon Wireless expects 4G LTE average data rates to be 5 to 12 megabits per second (Mbps) on the downlink and 2 to 5 Mbps on the uplink in real-world, loaded network environments. These speeds are significantly faster than Verizon Wireless and other wireless providers’ current or promised 3G network speeds.

Verizon Wireless has invested more than $60 billion since it was formed – $5.7 billion on average every year – to increase the coverage and capacity of its premier nationwide network and to add new services. Since 2000, Verizon Wireless has invested $1.06 billion on improvements to its wireless network in Indiana.

WILMINGTON, MA — Verizon Wireless has appointed Christine Berberich president of the company’s New England Region. Berberich succeeds Ken Dixon, who was recently named president of Verizon Wireless’ Midwest operations.

Berberich is responsible for leading retail and business sales, operations and customer satisfaction efforts for one of the largest regions in the company. Verizon Wireless’ New England Region is comprised of more than 2,000 employees and more than 700 points of distribution, including 125 company-operated Communications Stores across six states.

Verizon Wireless operates the nation’s largest and most reliable wireless voice and 3G network. Recently the company launched the nation’s fastest and most-advanced 4G LTE network across 38 metropolitan areas that cover 110 million people, locally in Metro Boston. 4G LTE delivers laptop users speeds up to 10 times faster than 3G networks, with average data rates between 5 to 12 megabits per second (Mbps) on the downlink and 2 to 5 Mbps on the uplink.

Berberich joined Verizon Wireless in 1993 as a customer service supervisor in the Midwest, eventually rising to area vice president of Customer Service, leading a team of more than 6,000 dedicated call center professionals. Previously she prepared employees to deliver outstanding service and customer experiences as a director of training.

"Christine’s nearly two decades of customer service, operations and training expertise will serve her well in her new role leading our New England Region," said Northeast Area President Nancy Clark. "As a leader of a 6,000-strong customer care organization, Christine built a track record of driving results, from improving the customer experience to building operational excellence, a background that has prepared her well for her new assignment."

Berberich earned her bachelor’s degree in marketing at St. Louis University.

ONEONTA, NY — Verizon Wireless is investing in Otsego County and expanding its local coverage with a new cell site in Oneonta. The new site improves coverage and capacity along I-88 from Exit 13 to Exit 15, Route 7 from Route 28 to Mill Creek Road, and Route 205 from Route 7 to Airport Road.

This network expansion is part of the company’s aggressive multi-billion dollar network investment each year to stay ahead of the growing demand for Verizon Wireless’ voice and data services. The company has invested more than $60 billion nationwide since it was formed – $5.7 billion on average every year – and invested more than $100 million in Upstate New York in 2009.

In addition to ongoing investment in its 3G network, the company recently began rolling out its 4G LTE network in 38 markets nationwide, including Rochester and the New York City area.

“We’ve always believed even the most advanced device is only as good as the network it runs on. We continue to aggressively invest in our Upstate New York network to increase coverage and capacity for our customers, add new services like 4G LTE, and maintain our existing 3G network leadership,” said Gene Fassett, executive director of Network for Verizon Wireless’ Upstate New York Region.

Verizon Wireless recently earned recognition from J.D. Power and Associates for “Highest Call Quality Performance among Wireless Cell Phone Users in the Northeast.”

In addition to voice and wireless data services such as V CAST Video and V CAST Music with Rhapsody, the company offers Mobile Broadband, its high-speed wireless broadband network geared toward mobile professionals and business customers. In 4G LTE coverage areas, it provides average speeds of 5-12 megabits per second (Mbps) on the downlink and 2-5 Mbps on the uplink in real-world, loaded network environments. In 3G coverage areas, it provides average download speeds of 600 kilobits per second (kbps) to 1.4 Mbps, and average upload speeds of 500-800 kbps. Strong demand for Verizon Wireless’ services continued during the third quarter of 2010 as the company added nearly one million net new customers.

The company’s “nation’s most reliable wireless network” reputation is based on network studies performed by test men and women throughout the country. These engineers drive nearly 100 specially equipped vehicles more than 1 million miles annually on Interstate, U.S. and state highways, as well as major roads and surface streets. Test vehicles are equipped with computers that automatically make more than 3 million voice call attempts and more than 16 million data tests annually on Verizon Wireless’ network and the networks of other carriers. Check out our new video of Western New York Test Man, Jack Brandes.

For more information about Verizon Wireless products and services, visit a Verizon Wireless Communications Store, call 1-800-2 JOIN IN or go to www.verizonwireless.com.

EDITOR’S NOTE:
Check out our new video of Western New York Test Man, Jack Brandes. If you are interested in setting up an interview or ride-along test drive with Jack, please contact John O'Malley at 585-321-7264.

ATLANTA, GA — Verizon Wireless will culminate their season-long effort to bring Georgia’s military families closer to loved ones overseas by donating $15,000 to Operation Homefront Georgia during halftime at the December 27 game against the New Orleans Saints. The grant, given through the Verizon Foundation, will support Operation Homefront Georgia’s REACH project, which helps provide crisis intervention assistance and counseling for military families at Ft. Benning.

As part of the halftime “Salute to the Armed Forces,” 30 members from each of the five branches of the military will march in formation, giveaways will be parachuted into the crowd and shout-outs from Falcons players to the troops will be broadcast on the stadium’s big screen.

“We are proud to support Operation Homefront Georgia’s tireless work on behalf of Georgia’s military families,” said Jeff Mango, president – Georgia/Alabama Region, Verizon Wireless. “The daily sacrifices these families make as their loved ones protect and serve our great country often go unrecognized, and to them we offer our deepest gratitude.”

“Verizon Wireless has been a notable supporter of our efforts throughout the year,” said Kim Scofi, Executive Director of Operation Homefront Georgia. “This generous donation from the Verizon Foundation is already being put to good use helping local families. We thank Verizon Wireless and the Atlanta Falcons for putting a much-deserved spotlight, tonight and throughout the season, on the Armed Forces and their loved ones.”

As the official wireless provider for the Atlanta Falcons, Verizon Wireless works closely with the organization to support their on the field and off the field initiatives. Operation Homefront Georgia provides emergency financial and other assistance to the families of Georgia’s service members and wounded warriors.

WHO:
Verizon, provider of the fastest, most advanced 4G mobile network in America.

WHAT:
Verizon hosts a news conference during the Consumer Electronics Show that provides a sneak peek of a suite of consumer-oriented Android-based devices for its 4G LTE network. The news conference features remarks from:

Dan Mead, president and chief executive officer of Verizon Wireless
Tony Melone, executive vice president and chief technology officer of Verizon
Marni Walden, vice president and chief marketing officer of Verizon Wireless
WHERE:
Via webcast (view/listen-only):
http://www.verizonwebcasts.com/ces/2011/news 

U.S. Toll Free 800-857-1380
International +1 773-799-3385
Passcode 3243400

On Twitter: Follow the news conference and join in live tweeting from the conference by following @VerizonWireless #VZW4G at http://twitter.com/VerizonWireless 

WHEN:
1:00 p.m. PT / 4:00 p.m. ET on Jan. 6, 2011

BACKGROUND:
Verizon’s 4G LTE network is the fastest, most advanced 4G mobile network in America, providing laptop users with speeds up to 10 times faster than the company’s 3G network. The company’s 4G LTE network is currently available in 38 major metropolitan areas, covering more than one-third of all Americans.

For more information about 4G LTE from Verizon, visit www.verizonwireless.com/lte. 

12/28/2010

SCHAUMBURG, IL — Verizon Wireless recently activated 30 new cell sites throughout the state of Illinois, which improves voice and data coverage in and around parts of the following communities:

Champaign County: Thomasboro
Cook County: Chicago, Des Plaines, Hanover Park, Hoffman Estates, Lincolnwood, Western Springs and Wheeling
DuPage County: Aurora, Downers Grove and Wheaton
Iroquois County: Beaverville
Kane County: Elburn and Elgin
Kankakee County: Herscher and Kankakee
Kendall County: Newark
Lake County: Lake Forest and North Chicago
LaSalle County: Streator
Marion County: Sandoval
McHenry County: Crystal Lake, McHenry and Richmond
Ogle County: Stillman Valley
Peoria County: Elmwood
Will County: Frankfort, Lockport and Monee
The new cell sites, which are each equipped with a permanent backup generator for times of emergency, empowers more Verizon Wireless customers to rely on their wireless phones for social networking, Internet browsing, downloading apps, exchanging e-mail and text, picture and video messaging as well as making calls.

“Our customers rely on their wireless devices for virtually all of their communication needs,” said T.J. Fox, president, Illinois/Wisconsin Region, Verizon Wireless. “Ten years ago, ensuring they could make clear calls and stay connected was our top priority. That still is and always will be important. Additionally though, we closely monitor all other network usage, such as Internet browsing and downloading apps or music, and make improvements accordingly, so that our customers’ experience on our network is seamless regardless of how they want to use their phone.”

In addition to the ongoing investment in its 3G network, Verizon Wireless recently launched the world’s first large-scale 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) network to 38 major metropolitan areas and 60 commercial airports, including Chicagoland and Chicago O’Hare International and Chicago Midway International. This initial launch covers more than 110 million people – more than one third of all Americans. By 2013, Verizon Wireless will have full nationwide 4G LTE coverage everywhere the Verizon 3G network is available today.

Verizon Wireless expects 4G LTE average data rates to be 5 to 12 megabits per second (Mbps) on the downlink and 2 to 5 Mbps on the uplink in real-world, loaded network environments. These speeds are significantly faster than Verizon Wireless and other wireless providers’ current or promised 3G network speeds.

Verizon Wireless has invested more than $60 billion since it was formed – $5.7 billion on average every year – to increase the coverage and capacity of its premier nationwide network and to add new services. Since 2000, Verizon Wireless has invested more than $1.5 billion on improvements to its wireless network in Illinois.

12/28/2010

ROCHESTER, NY — In response to growing demand for the company’s voice and data services, Verizon Wireless will open a new Communications Store on Jefferson Road this Monday, January 3. The new 4,100-square-foot store, located in the former Krispy Kreme location in the Tops and Staples Plaza at 1150 Jefferson Road, will employ more than 30 people and incorporate an interactive retail design that invites customers to experience wireless voice, data, music and video services in a sleek, full-service environment.

The new store will be open Monday through Saturday, 9 am – 9:00 pm, and Sunday from 10 am – 6 pm. The telephone number is (585) 697-5900.

"The new store design focuses on giving our customers a hands-on experience with our products and services," said Krista Bourne, director of Communication Stores for Verizon Wireless’ Upstate New York Region. “Making it easy for customers to learn about and choose wireless capabilities is one more way we’re working to ensure Verizon Wireless continues to lead the industry in customer loyalty.”

The existing Verizon Wireless store at 951 Jefferson Road will remain open.

About the store
The new Henrietta store features:

A broad range of Verizon Wireless products and services on display, including more than 70 working phones, smartphones, PC cards and other wireless devices
An automated greeter kiosk where customers can check in and note the reason for their visit so representatives can quickly assist them, allowing them to browse the store if there’s a wait without losing their place in line.
A dedicated demo zone where customers can explore the latest technology using interactive touch-screens or be guided by product-savvy sales staff.
An ExpressBar which allows customers to process many transactions online via their MyVerizon account versus waiting for a sales rep.
A bill payment kiosk that allows customers to make account payments and purchase prepaid minutes quickly and easily using cash, checks or credit/debit cards.
Customer service and technical support to make it easy for customers to get the help they need from trained in-store staff.
Verizon Wireless customers in the Rochester area have the advantage when it comes to network speed, mobility and security – at home, in the office, and on vacation – all due to Verizon Wireless’ new 4G LTE and 3G high-speed wireless broadband networks. In 4G LTE coverage areas, the company’s Mobile Broadband service provides average speeds of 5-12 megabits per second (Mbps) on the downlink and 2-5 Mbps on the uplink in real-world, loaded network environments. In 3G coverage areas, it provides average download speeds of 600 kilobits per second (kbps) to 1.4 Mbps, and average upload speeds of 500-800 kbps.

Verizon Wireless ensures the reliability of that network through continuous investment and enhancement. The company has invested more than $60 billion nationwide since it was formed – $5.7 billion on average every year – to increase network coverage and capacity, and to offer customers the most reliable service available in the nation. Verizon Wireless invested more than $100 million in Upstate New York in 2009.

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