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Cell Phones Plan - Which One is Right for You?
Written by Chuck Stone With all the cell phone providers available and all the cell phones plan; how does one know what to look for when deciding to get new phone service? This article is geared towards providing useful information on cell phones plan that can help you and your family save money every month.
More »Cell Phones: To Commit or Not to Commit?
Written by Abe S.
Before we begin I feel that it is important to explain that only some kinds of phones can be unlocked. Specifically phones that are compatible with the GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) network and have SIM Cards. GSM phones contain a small, removable card, known as a SIM (Subscriber Identity Module). This SIM Card is programmed with your carrier’s subscription information and it stores your phonebook information. A SIM card can be removed and placed into another GSM phone, allowing you to quickly switch handsets while keeping your contacts and carrier’s subscription information.
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Facts to Consider Before Purchasing an Unlocked Cell Phone
Written by Jimmy Collins
One of the most asked questions we receive at Search4cellphonedeals.com is can I use any unlocked cell phone for my carrier? The short answer is, no you cannot. There are several things to consider before you run out and buy an unlocked cell phone.
More »Verizon Outlines Alltel Integration Plan
Verizon recently announced its timeline for integrating recently-acquired Alltel into its network and business. Although the business deal was completed on Friday, re-branding won’t begin until the second quarter of 2009, and will continue in phases through the third quarter, as billing system changes are completed. These billing system changes, when complete, will enable mobile-to-mobile calling minutes among both Verizon and former Alltel customers. Current Alltel customers can retain their current plans, including MyCircle, during the transition, and will receive a letter in the coming weeks explaining options for transitioning to Verizon. The vast majority of Alltel customers will be able to keep their current phones after the transition.Read more from the sourceRelated Keywords for this posts:cell phone batteries, international call, store, prepaid service
Verizon: Alltel Deal to Close Jan. 9
Verizon Wireless indicated in regulatory filings that it plans to close its acquisition of Alltel on Friday, January 9. Verizon is paying $5.9 billion for Alltel, as well as taking on $22.9 billion of debt. The acquisition will make the merged entity the largest wireless provider in the U.S., with 78 million customers. Read more from the sourceRelated Keywords for this posts:cell phone batteries, international call, store, prepaid service
Samsung and Alltel bring Tom Cruise to Delve!
Alltel Wireless allures Samsung Delve shoppers with a free 2GB microSD card preloaded with the Mission Impossible Trilogy. A deal between Samsung Mobile and Paramount Digital Entertainment makes the impossible, possible i.e. Tom Cruise on your handset. A great promotional offer indeed! What one needs to do is purchase the handset between now and April 16th. Just send in a mail-in redemption card and you’ll receive the MicroSD card in 4-6 weeks!
AT&T Going After Verizon Wireless Assets
As part of its acquisition of Alltel Wireless, Verizon Wireless must divest $3 billion worth of spectrum and other assets, including coverage of some 2.1 million subscribers spread across 22 different states. The assets are up to Verizon to sell, but AT&T has made its interest in acquiring those assets clear. The Rural Cellular Association and the Organization for the Promotion and Advancement of Small Telecommunications Companies voiced their concerns, as did the public interest group Public Knowledge. They feel the transfer of assets from the largest wireless network operator to the second largest network operator may not be in the best interest of consumers. The Department of Justice must approve the divestitures, and will examine each market individually to make sure that competition is preserved.
Verizon to Add Alltel Customers to Mobile to Mobile Service, Change Branding
As a part of the merger between Verizon Wireless and Alltel, Alltel customers will be able to freely call Verizon Wireless customers as soon as network integration is completed, with an online tool available soon to check and see if the number qualifies for the newly branded Verizon Mobile-to-Mobile calling service.
Verizon Outlines Alltel Integration Plan
Verizon recently announced its timeline for integrating recently-acquired Alltel into its network and business. Although the business deal was completed on Friday, re-branding won’t begin until the second quarter of 2009, and will continue in phases through the third quarter, as billing system changes are completed. These billing system changes, when complete, will enable mobile-to-mobile calling minutes among both Verizon and former Alltel customers. Current Alltel customers can retain their current plans, including MyCircle, during the transition, and will receive a letter in the coming weeks explaining options for transitioning to Verizon. The “vast majority” of Alltel customers will be able to keep their current phones after the transition.
Alltel Invests in Mobile Wallet Services in 2009
Today, Alltel announced a new mobile banking service that it plans to roll out to customers. The Alltel Wallet will take advantage of the software and business relationships from mFoundry to provide access to more financial institutions, as well as other services such as peer-to-peer payments. Alltel already offers mobile banking services. The Alltel Wallet will become available in early 2009.