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Verizon Wireless Extends 3G Wireless Network in West Virginia
Jul 13, 2011 (Close-Up Media via COMTEX) --
Verizon Wireless has expanded local 3G network capacity and in-building coverage in portions of Western West Virginia.
According to a release, the improvements provide increased wireless voice and 3G data in downtown Huntington, West Pea Ridge, Melissa and Salt Rock, between the towns of Barboursville and Salt Rock, and includes Marshall University, State Route 10, the East Hills Mall and Pea Ridge Plaza shopping center.
Expanded 3G data capacity in the area enables more customers using notebook computers or smartphones to:
-Download and use apps, ranging from social networking platforms to GPS-enabled maps to Hollywood news;
-Rapidly browse the Web to keep up with news, sports, stock quotes, entertainment news and more;
-Work remotely with file sharing;
-Quickly download and play music favorites from Top 40 to Classical;
-Send emails to friends, family and co-workers with picture and video attachments;
-Download and play 3D games, and;
-Stream video and customized radio stations.
"People across West Virginia are increasingly relying on smartphones and 3G applications to manage their busy lives and stay connected at home or on-the-go," said Mark Frazier, presidentOhio/Pennsylvania/West Virginia Region, Verizon Wireless. "The more than $2 billion we've invested into our regional 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 West Virginia and nationwide."
More information:
www.verizonwireless.com
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