Atlantic Tele-Network Buys Remaining Alltel Verizon Merger Assets

We have covered the monumental Alltel Verizon merger in this blog since the rumor of this union first came out. Last April, we reported that the completion of the Alltel Verizon merger has been delayed due to a lack of buyers for the assets that are required to be divested. In fact Verizon was forced to file a request for an additional 60 days to close the divestitures.

Fortunately, it appears that the Alltel Verizon merger will finally come into completion as a new buyer has been found. Apparently, Atlantic Tele-Network, Inc. has agreed to buy the final 26 Alltel Wireless markets from Verizon Wireless. Atlantic Tele-Network needed to shell out around $200 million to acquire this assets.

In case you haven't heard about the Atlantic Tele-Network, let me give a brief background on this wireless network. This company holds it headquartes in Salem, MA. Atlantic Tele-Network currently provides telecommunications services in the United States, Guyana, Bermuda, the U.S. Virgin Islands and Turks and Caicos. Atlantic Tele-Network runs a subsidiary called Commnet Wireless, which provides wireless voice and data roaming services for U.S. and International carriers.

The remaining Alltel Verizon merger assets cover some 800,000 subscribers in Idaho, Illinois, Ohio, North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia.

However, the purchase of these Alltel Verizon merger assets still needs to undergo review and approval by the Department of Justice and the Federal Communications Commission. Once the regulatory approval the deal will close later this year.

Since buyers for all 105 of the markets it was required by the FCC to divest as a condition of the Alltel Verizon merger are complete, this chapter in wireless network history is finally coming to a close.

Thjat's it for thisa update on the Alltel Verizon merger. Tune in to this blog for more news and info on wireless networks and carriers.

New Clamshell Phones for Alltel Wireless Network

Here some news updates for Alltel Wireless network subscribers. The wireless network operator has just released two
new clamshell phones for Alltel Wireless network subscribers. Alltel Wireless welcomes the LG Swift and the Samsung Hue II into its new clamshell phones line up.

These new clamshell phones for Alltel Wireless network will provide new stylish options from Alltel Wireless subscribers. Let's take a closer look into these new clamshell phones for Alltel Wireless network.

The Samsung Hue II for Alltel Wireless features a clamshell design and offers a nice set of features. This new clamshell phones for Alltel Wireless network is equipped with a 2 megapixel camera. The Samsung Hue II for Alltel Wireless also has a variety of wireless options like EV-DO 3G, aGPS and Bluetooth.

The Samsung Hue II clamshell phones for Alltel Wireless network also offers an integrated music player with external touch pad controls. The Samsung Hue II clamshell phone also offers messaging services and a microSD memory card slot.

The second new clamshell phones for Alltel Wireless network is the LG Swift. This new clamshell phone offers a Fastap keypad. This special keypad for this new clamshell phones for Alltel Wireless network provides six raised one-touch access Quick Keys built into a standard numeric keypad.

This new clamshell phones for Alltel Wireless network carries a 1.3 megapixel camera with multi-shot and video capture. LG Swift clamshell phone also offers music features such as dedicated music buttons and stereo speakers. The LG Swift will be offered for $50 after $50 mail-in rebate and new agreement.

Those are the basic info for these new clamshell phones for Alltel Wireless network. The Samsung Hue II and the LG swift are certainly capable of offering great service and satisfaction to Alltel Wirelesss customers. These new clamshell phones for Alltel Wireless network offer good performance and affordable prices.

Alltel Wireless is on the process of merging with Verizon. Once the deal is completed, then current Alltel subscribers will be able to have increased options and new clamshell phones to choose from and purchase. It may take a few months before Alltel Wireless Network can merge with Verizon.

That's it for this post on new clamshell phones for Alltel Wireless network subscribers. Tune in to this blog if you want to know more about wireless net work news like clamshell phones for Alltel Wireless network subscribers.

FCC Approves Verizon-Alltel Merge!

Here's an update to the series of post on the Verizon-Alltel merge. In my last post, I bloggged about the decision of the US Department of Justice to allow Verizon Wireless to buy Alltel as long as the wireless network operator complies with the requirements. The Verizon-Alltel merge takes another step towards completion with the blessing of the FCC.

The FCC commissioners held a special meeting to discuss the Verizon-Alltel merge after it had been approved by the DOJ. The FCC has many considerations to look into during this Verizon-Alltel merge meeting including the complaints raised by regional wireless network operators and consumer groups. Regional wireless network operators have appealed against the Verizon-Alltel merge because of the unresolved issues on roaming, spectrum concentration and handset exclusivity.

However, the FCC commissioners in charge of the Verizon-Alltel merge voted unanimously in favor of the deal. Five FCC commissioners voted to allow the Verizon-Alltel merge. Verizon Wireless must fulfill some conditions before it can fully acquire Alltel. For example, the FCC requires that Verizon Wireless must honor Alltel's existing roaming agreements with other wireless network operators for four years. The major wireless network operator must also divest spectrum in 22 states to complete the Verizon-Alltel merge.

Well, I think that this Verizon-Alltel merge approval is a victory for Verizon Wireless. With the Verizon-Alltel merge approval of the FCC, Verizon is one step closer to being the largest wireless network in the United States. Tune in to this blog to get more of the latest news and updates on the Verizon-Alltel merge and other news on wireless network operators and new cellphones.

Verizon's Alltel Acquisition Approved by the DOJ

A few daya ago, I posted about the regional wireless network operators that opposes the Verion-Alltel Union because of the unresolved issues on roaming, spectrum concentration and handset exclusivity. But I've just found out that the DOJ has given its blessing on Verizon Wireless acquisition of Alltel Wireless.

According to PhoneScoop, the US Department of Justice has approved Verizon Wireless's purchase of Alltel Wireless for $28 billion. However, the wireless network operator must divest its wireless assets in 100 markets encompassing 22 states.

Here is a list of states with wireless network assets that Verizon need to divest in order to acquire Alltel Wireless:

North Dakota
South Dakota
Colorado
Georgia
Kansas
Montana
South Carolina
Utah
Wyoming
Alabama
Arizona
California
Idaho
Illinois
Iowa
Minnesota
Nebraska
Nevada
New Mexico
North Carolina
Ohio
Virginia


Of course, the DOJ's approval doesn't mean that the Verizon Wireless and Alltel Wireless union is complete. The FCC will meet on Nov. 4 to vote for the approval of this controversial wireless network acquisition. Let's see if the FCC will heed the appeal of the regional wireless network operators that opposes the Verizon-Alltel Union because of the unresolved issues on roaming, spectrum concentration and handset exclusivity.

If the FCC rule in favor of the Verizon Wireless- Alltel union then the commission will probably call for wireless divestitures similar to those made by the DOJ. If all goes well, then Verizon Wireless will merge with Alltel Wireless to become the biggest wireless network operator in the US.

Tune in to this blog for more news on wireless network operators and other wireless related news.

Exciting Wireless Network News and Surprises Expected at CTIA 2008

CTIA 2008 is about to start and mobile phone enthusiasts are expecting a lot from the mobile phone trade show. What so exciting about the CTIA? Well, it one of the best venues where exciting mobile phone news are revealed.

Mobile phone manufacturers and wireless networks often use the CTIA as a spring board to launch industry changing mobile phones. I'm sure every carrier subscriber is excited about the announcement of the new devices that will be sold by their wireless network.

Some exciting mobile phone news have been announced just before the CTIA began and undoubtedly there will be more scoop when the event begins. Let give you some info on the exciting news that were released just before the mobile phone trade show began.

First off, it was announced that Verizon Wireless will release the CDMA network compatible, BlackBerry Curve 8330 in the next few weeks. This silver finished smartphone offers true 3G support unlike GSM models offered by AT&T and T-Mobile. It also supports EVDO mobile broadband which makes it faster than the EDGE supported BlackBerry Curves currently on the market.

The BalckBerry 8330 will support VZ Navigator navigation service as part of it's GPS feature since it will be available on Verizon Wireless. The other features on this smartphone includes a media management software developed by Roxio and a 2-magepixel camera. Once CTIA begins, more details regarding this device will be released.

It was also announced that the Motorola Q9c will be available on Alltel Wireless and US Cellar.A new lime green version of the Motorola Q9c will be added to the carriers' handset line ups. The traditional black Q9c for consumers who may not like the new version. Alltel and US Cellular consumers can begin purchasing the smartphone this summer.

Sprint also launched a similar device a few months ago. The Mtorola Q9c is powered by Windows mobile 6 and offers a 1.3 megapixel camera, 128Mb Flash memory, Bluetooth with A2DP support, EVDO and other features. More details on the release dates and pricing of the device will be available in the next few weeks.

These are just the news that appeared before the trade show. Expect more exciting mobile phone and wireless network news in the upcoming days.

Wireless Networks Reviews part Two

This is the sequel to my attempt to provide some useful reviews on the services offered by various wireless networks. these reviews were mostly based on what consumers say on a particular carrier. L provided reviews on Verizon Wireless, US Cellular and AT&T in my first post.

Let us begin this sequel with a review of Virgin Mobile USA. This mobile phone network is known as a consumer champion. Of course, that doesn't mean that Virgin Mobile customers do not file complaints against their carrier. Like most wireless networks Virgin Mobile also receive complaints but surveys have shown that the company provides great consumer satisfaction and customer service.

Many consumers also like the fact that the network offers a wide variety of phones. Consumers like to have a lot of option so offering plenty of mobile phone models will sit well with consumers. A wide selection means that users will be more likely to find the most suitable handset to fit a certain lifestyle or personality.

Virgin Mobile Customers also like the freedom to roam anywhere in the country without incurring roaming fees that is offered by the company. But this offer is also limited because devices will only access Virgin Mobile cell phone towers. A mobile phone is virtually useless if the owner is in an area that is not covered by the wireless network.

Virgin Mobile also offers affordable and flexible mobile phone plans. Customers can get plans for less than fifteen bucks and do not have to worry about yearly contracts. Virgin mobile plans do not require contracts so there are not a lot of disputes.

There are also some negative feedbacks from Virgin Mobile consumers. For instance, Virgin Mobile is not yet offering GSM technology in their handsets. Consumers are unable to send packets of information to their recipients because of the absence of this technology.

The lack of relationship with other networks is also hurting some of their consumers. The network offers a wide coverage but they are still unable to offer service in some areas of the country. this means that consumers have to switch to other networks in order to use their phones.

Let us proceed with Alltel Wireless. This wireless network provider is known for proving quality service in the states that are covered by its network. Consumers in the 35 states being served by this carrier experience good call quality.

Altell also maintains good ties with other wireless networks so consumers can connect with their family and friends using thwe networks of other carriers. Customers have also expressed that this company provides quality customer service.

This company is also credited with offering generous benfits in their plans such us unlimited mintues during weeekends and nighttime. There are also a wide variety of Alltel services that are available to customers. For instance, laptop users can benefit from the networks WiFi service that grants online access in many places across the country.

However, Alltel's limited service to only 35 states can also bring problems to customers. Limited area coverage often translates to high roaming costs. Most Alltel special services are also unable in states not covered by the carrier. That means that customers may not benefit from Alltel promotions if they are out side the carrier's network.

I think I'm running out of space here. Making a very long blog post may not capture the interest of readers so I will limit the sequel to reviews of two wireless networks. i hope to cover the remaining networks in the third installment of this topic.

LG Glimmer Coming to Alltel Wireless

I came upon an exciting piece of wireless network news for Alltel subscribers. The interesting thing is that the source of this information is from Asia.

LG Korea has made it known that the Glimmer or the LG-AX830 will be made available on Alltel wireless. The fliers about the release of this mobile phone have started appear last month. But, the news was confirmed only a few days ago with the announcement made by LG Korea.

The LG Glimmer has not yet appeared on the wireless network's site but the press release indicate that subscribers can get the phone in the next few weeks. I know that Alltel subscribers will be delighted by these news and are excited to get their hands in this nice device.

The LG Glimmer may not be familiar to many mobile phone fans so let me offer a brief description of the phone and its features. The LG-AX830 is similar to the LG Shine in appearance but offers its own unique appeal. The device is in the form of a slider and is Bluetooth capable like the latest handsets. The device is powered by an 800 mAh battery that gives users up to 7 days of standby time and 3.5 hours of talk time.

For subscribers who want to take pictures, this phone is a good choice because it comes with a 2-megapixel camera. The wireless network's new device is also a good entertainment device because it has a media player that can cope with MP3, WMA, AAC and AAC+ audio files. Another neat thing about the LG Glimmer's media player is that when it is hooked up to a PC via USB, it shows up as a mass storage device.

The handset also features a 2.8" 262K color 240×400 touchscreen that gives it a unique appeal. It can accept 4GB microSD cards and user can use the speaker-independent voice control when they make calls or listen to music. Alltel subscribers will also like the fact that the Glimmer is compatible with the Access TV and Navigation subscription services of their wireless network.

The device is supported by EV-DO but a GSM version may become available in the following weeks or months. I hope this news can make Alltel subscribers and LG fans smile.