The Top Ten Wireless Carriers of 2007

Here's an interesting list on the top ten wireless networks of 2007. These ratings were made based on the subscriber numbers at the end of 2007. The figures were taken from the company reports and quarterly statements made by these national and regional licensed wireless carriers.

Top Ten U.S. Wireless Service Providers

1. AT&T

2. Verizon

3. Sprint Nextel

4. T-Mobile

5. Alltel

6. U.S. Cellular

7. MetroPCS

8. Leap Wireless

9. Centennial

10. Rural Cellular

The rankings show that AT&T Mobility remains as the top wireless network in the mobile phone industry. With just over 70 million subscribers, it's the clear winner when it comes to the number of customers. A big part of AT&T's success is probably due to their exclusive right to sell the iPhone.

The number two spot has been secured by Verizon Wireless. This wireless network closed the year with more than 65 million customers. However, it took the number one spot in terms of total revenues for the year. The mobile phone service provider will probably increase it customer base as it has recently completed its acquisition of number ten. carrier, Rural Cellular Corp.

Sprint Nextel Corp. remains rooted in the third spot despite being plagued by problems. However, the wireless network will have difficulty in closing in to it's bigger rivals. T-Mobile USA is at the number four spot. The carrier's recent acquisition of SunCom Wireless Holdings Inc., will increase it's customers by a significant number this year. Check out the details of this report at RCR Wireless 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 One

I have made several post on this blog that offers information on how users feel about certain mobile phones.These reviews were offered by users who posted them on the Internet. Now, I thought it would be interesting to offer a review of wireless networks or mobile phone providers.

Let us begin with Verizon Wireless. Sources on the web describe this wireless network as having the top score in call quality. This means that the subscribers of Verizon Wireless suffer from less drop calls and enjoy great calling experience.

This network is also known for being able to serve a wide range of customers. Verizon offers services that are suitable for corporate customers and non business subscribers. Many sources also credit this wireless carrier for the discount packages it offers to customers.

Since no company is perfect, Verizon has also been criticized for its shortcomings. The wireless network has been chastised for having poor coverage in some areas. Some customers have complained that the network has sub par performance in their location.

Some observers also had commented that Verizon wireless plans are more expensive than most wireless networks. Perhaps they feel that the quality service that the carrier provide does not justify the high cost.

Let us move on to US Cellular. This carrier is known for being the top regional wireless network. This company is credit as providing good customer service to their subscribers. The company takes pride in making their customers feel that their needs will be satisfied.

US Cellular also receive points for the extras they provide on their services. This is also a contributing factor in the company's reputation of providing commendable customer service. Extras and discounts are a good tool for making customers feel that they have received more than their money's worth.

Unfortunately, this wireless network also has its share of criticisms. Some say that the price of their services is also high. Compared with other networks, this company's plans have similar or higher price tags.

Since US Cellular is a regional carrier, its network is limited. It can only provide services in 26 states and most of them are in the Midwest. This can be a problem for customers who have friends and family in states not served by US Cellular. They make be charged for roaming fees when they contact them.

Let us finish this first part with a review of AT&T. This wireless network is considered as one of the giants of the mobile phone industry. With more than sixty million customers, this company has a lot of clout in the industry.

AT&T offers great service and provides good calling quality. The wireless network would not be able to maintain millions of customers if it offers poor service and great products. This carrier offers unique services that are unmatched by other networks. Mobile phone customers subscribe to AT&T because of the great and unique options available.

The company's ability to offer the best and the latest mobile phone products is also a factor in the company's dominance in the industry. Nothing attract customers more than the temptation of being able to get the latest and hottest handsets. The Apple iPhone for example, pulls a massive number of customers to the network.

Nevertheless, the company has also received complaints from dissatisfied customers and reviewers. One of the recurring complaints that are hurled at the network is the delay in voice message delivery. many customers experienced that the voice messages they send are not received by the intended recipient at the expected time.

Some customers have also complained that the company does not treat customers well. The quality of the company's customer service have been questioned. The attitude of the AT&T's service representatives have been the cause of many complaints.

Well, that's it for now. I didn't expect my post to be this long. Judging by the length of this one, two more post may be required to cover other wireless networks. I hope this post will be able to provide you with useful information.

The Wireless Technology Behind US Cellular's Success

US Cellular is considered as one of the top Wireless phone service providers in the United States. It is a Chicago-based U.S. company that provides quality wireless service in 189 markets in 26 states and caters to more than 6 million customers. When it comes to offering a high level of customer satisfaction, this company is rated among the leaders. That can be expected in a company that emphasizes customer support, quality network coverage and comprehensive range of wireless products and services.

To improve its network and provide excellent wireless service, US Cellular has spent millions of dollars in technological enhancements. It is currently using CDMA-1X digital technology to add more voice capacity, high-speed data products and features, and expanded coverage areas to its ever growing network.

Let us examine the technology behind the success of US Cellular more extensively. CDMA or Code-Division Multiple Access is a term that describes any of several protocols used in so-called second-generation (2G) and third-generation (3G) wireless communications. IT is a form of multiplexing wireless technology. Numerous signals will be able to occupy a single transmission channel with the help of this invention thus allowing for optimal use of available bandwidth.

This wireless wonder also uses analog-to-digital conversion (ADC) in combination with spread spectrum technology. This combination digitizes audio input into binary elements. Then, the frequency of the transmitted signal is made to vary according to a defined pattern. This process ensures that the signal can only be intercepted only by a receiver whose frequency response is programmed with the same code. This means that the signal must follow exactly along with the transmitter frequency for a successful transmission. The result is enhanced privacy and less chance of cloning because there is an overwhelming number of of possible frequency-sequencing codes. US Cellular is using the latest CDMA technology which is called 1XRTT.

To break it down, let me give you the advantages that US Cellular's CDMA 1XRTT wireless technology can offer. The foremost benefit with the use of CDMA is the minimal number of blocked calls. The risk of disruption or blocked calls is minimized because of this technologies method of passing calls between cells.

CDMA technology also reduces background noise and interference during phone calls because it combines multiple signals and improves signal strength. Since this innovation has digitally encoded, broad spectrum transmissions that help reduce wireless eavesdropping, a wireless network that uses it will have improved security and privacy.

A network that uses a Code-Division Multiple Access will also benefit from greater capacity because a large number of customers to will be able to share the same radio frequencies. CDMA can provide up to 10 to 20 times the capacity of analog equipment and more than three times the capacity of other digital platforms because it uses a broad spectrum technology.

CDMA technology will also provide expanded coverage at a reduced cost to any wireless network. This is largely due to the broad spectrum signal that provides enhanced coverage. The wireless network can be establish built with fewer cell sites with the help of CDMA than is possible with other wireless technologies.

This technology is largely responsible for US Cellular's ability to provide excellent service and satisfaction to its millions of customers across the nation. As this company continues to pump more money into improving its wireless network, it will continue to do a stellar job of providing a high level of customer satisfaction and quality wireless service.

U.S. Cellular Expands in Missouri

U.S. Cellular, the sixth-largest wireless service carrier in the US has announced a major network expansion. The carrier will invest $3 million to build 10 new cell sites in rural Missouri. Interestingly, the company will get help from the federal Universal Service Fund (USF) to build the first towers.

Currently, U.S. Cellular is providing six million customers in 26 states with quality wireless service. The wireless company is based on Chicago and relies on more than 8,000 associates to provide top notch service to its customers. U.S. Cellular operates on a customer satisfaction strategy. They strive to meet customer needs by providing a comprehensive range of wireless products and services. The company also utilizes superior customer support and a high-quality national network to satisfy the demands of wireless consumers.

The plan is that 10 new cell sites will be added to enhance coverage in and around Cole Camp, Dell Junction, Ellsinore, Fayette, Lincoln, Mansfield, Spring Fork, Stover and Warsaw. The extensive network of more than 500 U.S. Cellular towers across the state will be bolstered by the new towers.

However, there are concerns over the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) intent to cap the USF in the upcoming weeks. Missouri will be affected by this development because the USF provides critical support for wireless companies to build new cell towers in high-cost areas across the country.

The USF was created by Congress as a measure to make sure that rural communities like the ones in Missouri will not be left behind by telecommunications technology. Wireless carriers will be able to build hundreds of towers in rural communities nationwide and bring new service to areas that would not have otherwise had access through the aid of the USF.

About $11 million in new federal funds that would have come into Missouri annually will be put on hold indefinitely if the proposed federal cap will be implemented. U.S. Cellular's planned investment of 39 new sites during the next two years will be compromised by the proposal. Many people are also concerned that without adequate wireless coverage, area first responders will not be able to quickly and reliably deal with critical safety issues.

More and more people are now relying on cell phones to make emergency calls but E-911 technology is useless in areas without wireless coverage. Another imp[ortant factor to consider is that wireless companies rely on federal support to make these resources available to smaller communities in high-cost rural areas.