[November 20, 2008]

O2 Wireless Inks Deal with Best Buy

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., Nov. 20 /PRNewswire/ -- O2 Wireless, a nationwide provider of prepaid cellular service that features highly competitive rates and FREE International long distance to 50+ countries, has inked a deal with Best Buy, to offer the NEW O2 Wireless Universal SIMCard[SM] and O2 Wireless airtime recharge cards in 1,150 Best Buy, Best Buy Mobile stores, Best Buy kiosks and online at BestBuy.com.

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With this new O2 Wireless service, cost-conscience consumers can ditch their expensive cell phone contracts and purchase as much or as little airtime they want (recharge cards start at only $10 for basic service). And, with O2 Wireless' low per minute rates and rollover minutes, end-users' airtime will be sure to stretch even if their household budgets don't. Even more, the O2 Wireless Service comes with 50 FREE minutes (added upon activation) and requires no long-term contracts, making it a great way to save money in this difficult economy.

Perfect for international business travelers and tourists who are visiting the US and looking for a high-quality wireless service, this new O2 Wireless product will help them keep in touch with friends and family back home. In addition, it's ideal for parents wanting to provide a safety phone for children or as an emergency phone for elderly parents (no matter where in the U.S. they are located).

This new O2 Wireless service also allows consumers to recycle their old GSM phones and put them to good use, making this service the perfect solution for consumers who need cell phone service or an additional phone line, want to care for the environment, and don't want to have to pay the expense for a new phone. And, as part of the recycling initiative, the O2 Wireless Universal SIMCard[SM] is packaged in an eco-friendly, recyclable "Green Box" which reminds consumers to "Consider the environment. Please recycle this package."

To use this service, all an end-user must do is look for and purchase the "Green Box" at their nearest Best Buy Store or at BestBuy.com, activate service on the O2 Wireless nationwide network, insert the new Universal SIMCard[SM] into their existing unlocked GSM phone and start making calls.

Pete Grubb, VP of Sales & Marketing at Locus Telecommunications commented, "The relationship with Best Buy is a very important partnership for O2 Wireless. It provides access to our simple, flexible, carrier-grade service offering to millions of budget-conscious Americans who are looking for any way to save money in this difficult economy and provides a service that addresses the need of wireless consumers at all life-stages and income levels. This service is well positioned for international travelers, visiting the U.S., who are looking for a cost-effective way to stay in touch with family members back home." He added, "The relationship also reinforces our efforts to support an environment and that make it simple to re-use pre-owned cell phones."

For more information on the O2 Wireless Service please visit http://www.o2wirelessnow.com/ or call 1-800-643-4926. For more information on O2 Wireless service or Locus Telecommunications, or to become a distributor of Locus' nationally recognized brands of prepaid products, please visit http://www.o2wirelessservice.com/ or call 1-800-643-4926.

About O2[SM] Wireless and Locus Telecommunications
O2[SM] Wireless is a national MVNO offered by Locus Telecommunications - an established provider and marketer of prepaid communication products and services, which include pre and post paid wireless, long distance, point-of-sale and carrier services. With its FREE International long distance service reaching 50+ countries (including Mexico, Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic and more) and high-value rate plans, O2 Wireless has not only become popular among US travelers and end-users with families overseas, but with trendsetters, students and seniors as well. In addition to O2 Wireless, Locus provides distinctive yet cost-effective communication solutions that allow end-users to connect with family and friends, around the globe, in new and exciting ways. O2 Wireless products can be found at over 100,000 locations nationwide, including major national retailers, convenience stores and independent retailers. Additional information can be found by visiting, http://www.o2wirelessnow.com/ or by calling 1-800-643-4926.

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O2 Wireless

CONTACT: O2 Wireless & Locus Telecommunications: Pete Grubb, VP of Sales& Marketing, PeterG@Locus.net, +1-201-585-3650, or Claudine Lombardo,Corporate Communications, Claudine@Locus.net, +1-201-585-3600

Web Site: http://www.o2wirelessnow.com/

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