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U.S. Cellular Invites Wisconsin Residents to

Sign Up for Free Wireless AMBER Alerts™

 National AMBER Alert Awareness Day is Jan. 13

WAUKESHA – January 12, 2012 -- As the 6^th anniversary of  National AMBER Alert Awareness Day approaches on January 13, U.S. Cellular invites customers to sign up to receive free AMBER alerts via text message. The AMBER Alert program is a voluntary partnership between law-enforcement, media, transportation and others to send bulletins about child-abduction cases. Since its inception, the AMBER Alert program has led to the safe recovery of more than 542 children, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, including 29 in Wisconsin.  

Statistics show that the first three hours following a child’s abduction are the most critical to the search. In 2005, the Wireless AMBER Alerts Initiative enabled the public to receive alerts via text message on their wireless devices. Wireless AMBER Alerts have the potential to reach a significant amount of households with more than 322.9 million cell phone subscribers in the United States; and 29.7 percent of households being wireless only.*

“Once people sign up for this service, AMBER Alerts are sent to their wireless devices free of charge so they can be made aware of a missing child in their area immediately,” said Laurie Poellinger, director of sales for U.S. Cellular in Wisconsin. “Signing up is quick, simple and may help in bringing home a lost or abducted child.”

                To sign up for wireless AMBER Alerts, visit the “About Us” section on www.uscellular.com, www.wirelessamberalerts.org, or text the word “Amber” followed by a space and your 5-digit zip code to short code 26237. For personal assistance visit any U.S. Cellular retail store, and an associate is available to help. In 2011, AMBER Alerts started being issued via Facebook as well. To view these alerts, visit AMBER Alerts on Facebook site via your smartphone, computer, tablet or other device.

How wireless AMBER Alerts work:

1.       Sign up to receive AMBER Alerts in your area by selecting the location(s) you frequent most, such as where you live and work. You do this by entering up to 5 zip codes.

2.       Law enforcement issues an AMBER Alert and provides the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) with the information to include in the alert.

3.       NCMEC formats the AMBER Alert information, which is then relayed to U.S. Cellular.

4.       This information is sent as a free text message.

5.       U.S. Cellular customers will only receive AMBER Alerts by enrolling in the program.

6.       If you have information on a missing child, call the NCMEC toll-free Hotline at 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678) 24-hours a day.

7.       In addition, you can now view AMBER Alerts via Facebook on both the national and state levels by visiting the AMBER Alert page(s).  http://www.amberalertwisconsin.org

About U.S. CellularU.S. Cellular rewards its customers with unmatched benefits and industry-leading innovations designed to elevate the customer experience. The Chicago-based carrier has a strong line-up of cutting-edge devices that are all backed by its high-speed nationwide network that has the highest call quality of any national carrier. U.S. Cellular was named a J.D. Power and Associates 2011 Customer Service Champion and received PC Magazine’s 2011 Readers’ Choice Award. To learn more about U.S. Cellular, visit one of its retail stores or uscellular.com. To get the latest news, promos and videos, connect with U.S. Cellular on Facebook.com/uscellular, Twitter.com/uscellular and YouTube.com/uscellularcorp.

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Free Family Organizer App from US Cellular

 

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U.S. Cellular Family Organizer App Keeps Busy Families in Sync

Mobile Calendars, To-Do Lists and Reminders Help Users Get Organized

MILWAUKEE – November 17, 2011 – U.S. Cellular (NYSE: USM) has introduced the U.S. Cellular Family Organizer, a free app exclusively available to U.S. Cellular customers. Powered by COZI, an online and mobile family calendar and organization service, U.S. Cellular Family Organizer allows busy families to stay connected with appointments, calendars, lists and messages all stored in one place.

The U.S. Cellular Family Organizer app includes a separate calendar for each family member, plus one shared calendar for the whole clan. It syncs to online calendars, making it easier than ever to keep track of everyone’s appointments, important dates and activities.

“The U.S. Cellular Family Organizer stores real-time scheduling information that the whole family can share and access from their smartphones and tablets while on the go,” said Laurie Poellinger, Director of Sales of Wisconsin.  “We are happy to deliver another tool to our customers that will help them get organized and simplify their lives. Offering free apps that can be customized to fit your lifestyle is another reason U.S. Cellular has the happiest customers in wireless.”

In addition to shared calendars, U.S. Cellular Family Organizer features shopping and to-do lists, reminders and messages, color-coding options, a family journal and a photo collage screen saver. All of these tools are accessible from your smartphone, and as an added benefit, customers can receive updates via text or call 1-(888) 808-COZI (2694) to listen to a recording of their most updated appointments and lists.

U.S. Cellular Family Organizer is available for download in BlackBerry^® App World, the Android Marketplace, and via the browser landing page on many U.S. Cellular devices. For more information about U.S. Cellular, its cutting-edge device lineup, high-speed nationwide network and U.S. Cellular Family Organizer, visit uscellular.com or U.S. Cellular’s Facebook page.

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About U.S. Cellular 
U.S. Cellular rewards its customers with unmatched benefits and industry-leading innovations designed to elevate the customer experience. The Chicago-based carrier has a strong line-up of cutting-edge devices that are all backed by its high-speed nationwide network that has the highest call quality of any national carrier. U.S. Cellular was named a J.D. Power and Associates 2011 Customer Service Champion and received PC Magazine’s 2011 Readers’ Choice Award. To learn more about U.S. Cellular, visit one of its retail stores or uscellular.com. To get the latest news, promos and videos, connect with U.S. Cellular onFacebook.com/uscellular, Twitter.com/uscellular and YouTube.com/uscellularcorp.

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U.S. Cellular Black Friday Deals Include Smartphones for $99.99 or Less

CHICAGO (Nov. 23, 2011) – For families looking for smartphone deals, U.S. Cellular (NYSE: USM) has great deals for Black Friday. New customers who switch to U.S. Cellular can be a part of the only rewards program in wireless and get any of the carrier’s cutting-edge smartphones for $99.99 or less after a $100 mail-in rebate.

From Nov. 21 through Nov. 28, the following Android-powered devices are specially priced:

FREE (with an instant rebate)

BlackBerry® Curve 9350

Samsung Mesmerize™ (a Galaxy S phone)

Samsung Repp

HTC Wildfire S™

LG Optimus U™

$49.99

LG Genesis™

$79.99

HTC Merge™

$99.99

Motorola ELECTRIFY™

HTC Hero S™,

HTC 7 Pro Windows™ Phone,

BlackBerry® Torch 9850

BlackBerry Bold 9650

In addition to the phones, U.S. Cellular has introduced a new $39.99 plan that includes 450 minutes, free incoming calls, texts and pics, mobile-to-mobile calls, and nights and weekends beginning at 7:00 p.m. A great deal for families is the Essential Plus Plan, which can save customers up to $30 per line versus similar plans at other major carriers. It’s $54.99 per line with 5 GB of data per line, 1,500 minutes to share, unlimited messaging and free incoming calls, mobile-to-mobile and nights and weekends beginning at 7:00 p.m.

Customers can get a free phone now and be well on their way to a second free phone with the 2,000 point bonus they receive when they sign up for “My Account” within 14 days of starting service. Current U.S. Cellular customers who add additional lines will also receive the 2,000 point bonus. Customers on Belief Plans are recognized for their loyalty and get points for doing simple things like paying their wireless bill on time, adding a line or referring friends and family. Points can be used for new phones faster, accessories, ringtones and monthly service charges.

“In addition to getting a great deal and joining the happiest customers in wireless, your rewards points will really add up, so you can get the latest cool phone faster without signing another contract,” said David Kimbell, vice president of marketing for U.S. Cellular. “Get a jumpstart on your holiday shopping and start earning rewards now.”

Along with these great deals, competitively priced plans and rewards, U.S. Cellular customers also get unique benefits like free Battery Swap, Overage Protection, and free incoming calls, texts and picture messages. Associates are available to help customers and potential switchers select the device and plan that best meets their needs to organize and simplify their lives.

For more information about U.S. Cellular’s holiday offerings, rewards program and high-speed nationwide network, visit any retail store, uscellular.com or U.S. Cellular’s Facebook page.

* Purchase of a data plan is required, and a new two-year agreement may apply for new customers. Mail-in rebates, additional terms, conditions, restrictions and/or charges may apply (while supplies last).

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About U.S. Cellular U.S. Cellular rewards its customers with unmatched benefits and industry-leading innovations designed to elevate the customer experience. The Chicago-based carrier has a strong line-up of cutting-edge devices that are all backed by its high-speed nationwide network that has the highest call quality of any national carrier. U.S. Cellular was named a J.D. Power and Associates 2011 Customer Service Champion and received PC Magazine’s 2011 Readers’ Choice Award. To learn more about U.S. Cellular, visit one of its retail stores or uscellular.com. To get the latest news, promos and videos, connect with U.S. Cellular on Facebook.com/uscellular,Twitter.com/uscellular and YouTube.com/uscellularcorp.

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U.S. Cellular Reveals More Calling All Communities Enhancements

Campaign Features Bigger Prize and Potential Rewards for Supporting Milwaukee Schools

MILWAUKEE, Aug. 23, 2011 – U.S. Cellular (NYSE: USM) today announced exciting enhancements to its third annual $1 million Calling All Communities campaign. In May, the company revealed that it was increasing the number of winners from 10 to 18 schools in the community-driven campaign that awards thousands of dollars to schools to enhance learning opportunities for students across the country. Today, U.S. Cellular announced that the school garnering the most votes will receive $150,000. The next 17 runners up will receive $50,000 each. Schools won’t be the only winners in this year’s campaign. Residents supporting Milwaukee schools will have more opportunities to vote and enjoy some cool rewards.

Between Sept. 9 and Oct. 6, anyone 18 years or older can visit any U.S. Cellular store and ask an associate for a code to vote for their favorite school at uscellular.com. Each online voting code gives people the opportunity to vote once daily until the campaign ends. The voting cards will feature a peel-off that gives thousands of lucky supporters a chance to cast two votes a day or be one of 18 people to win one year of free U.S. Cellular wireless service. In addition, 2,000 randomly-selected voters will be awarded $25 U.S. Cellular debit cards simply for supporting their schools.

“We wanted to reward more schools with much-needed funds and the people who work so hard to support them,” said Laurie Poellinger, director of sales for U.S. Cellular in Wisconsin. “Each year, we’re amazed at the power of a few determined individuals who get the ball rolling in their community and the creativity of large and small schools across the country as they rally to win.”

Public and private schools, kindergarten through high school, are eligible to win a share of $1 million that can be used any way the schools see fit. Past champions have said that while the money was an educational boon for the schools, the campaign to win stimulated an equally rewarding and lasting sense of community.

No purchase is necessary and you don’t have to be a U.S. Cellular customer to vote. The winning schools will be announced in October and November. For more information about U.S. Cellular, its cutting-edge phone lineup, high-speed nationwide network and Calling All Communities, visituscellular.com or U.S. Cellular’s Facebook page.

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U.S. Cellular Reveals More Calling All Communities Enhancements

Campaign Features Bigger Prize and Potential Rewards for Supporting Milwaukee Schools

MILWAUKEE, Aug. 23, 2011 – U.S. Cellular (NYSE: USM) today announced exciting enhancements to its third annual $1 million Calling All Communities campaign. In May, the company revealed that it was increasing the number of winners from 10 to 18 schools in the community-driven campaign that awards thousands of dollars to schools to enhance learning opportunities for students across the country. Today, U.S. Cellular announced that the school garnering the most votes will receive $150,000. The next 17 runners up will receive $50,000 each. Schools won’t be the only winners in this year’s campaign. Residents supporting Milwaukee schools will have more opportunities to vote and enjoy some cool rewards.

Between Sept. 9 and Oct. 6, anyone 18 years or older can visit any U.S. Cellular store and ask an associate for a code to vote for their favorite school at uscellular.com. Each online voting code gives people the opportunity to vote once daily until the campaign ends. The voting cards will feature a peel-off that gives thousands of lucky supporters a chance to cast two votes a day or be one of 18 people to win one year of free U.S. Cellular wireless service. In addition, 2,000 randomly-selected voters will be awarded $25 U.S. Cellular debit cards simply for supporting their schools.

“We wanted to reward more schools with much-needed funds and the people who work so hard to support them,” said Laurie Poellinger, director of sales for U.S. Cellular in Wisconsin. “Each year, we’re amazed at the power of a few determined individuals who get the ball rolling in their community and the creativity of large and small schools across the country as they rally to win.”

Public and private schools, kindergarten through high school, are eligible to win a share of $1 million that can be used any way the schools see fit. Past champions have said that while the money was an educational boon for the schools, the campaign to win stimulated an equally rewarding and lasting sense of community.

No purchase is necessary and you don’t have to be a U.S. Cellular customer to vote. The winning schools will be announced in October and November. For more information about U.S. Cellular, its cutting-edge phone lineup, high-speed nationwide network and Calling All Communities, visituscellular.com or U.S. Cellular’s Facebook page.

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Win Free Family Tickets to Brewers Opening Day

With less than 30 days until the Brewers home opener, U.S. Cellular® is giving area residents a chance to experience all the action firsthand with the Milwaukee Brewers Opening Day Package Sweepstakes. The winner of the sweepstakes will receive four prime-seat tickets to the opening day game on April 4, a $200 coupon to spend at the game and a parking pass near the stadium. From now through March 20, baseball fans can visit any of the 59 U.S. Cellular stores in the state to register for the prize package. One lucky fan will be chosen by March 25.
“We are happy to offer this opportunity for friends and family to enjoy a game together,” said Laurie Poellinger, director of sales for Wisconsin. “Opening Day is like an unofficial holiday in Wisconsin and tickets can be hard to come by. I encourage area residents to come in to one of our stores and enter for a chance to win.”

With the partnership of the Brewers and U.S. Cellular, the company is able to provide the U.S. Cellular Bullpen, a place where fans can enhance their Miller Park visit for no additional cost. At the stadium, fans can stop by the U.S. Cellular Bullpen, located on the field concourse behind Section 112, to take a swing at the Home Run Derby station or have their photo taken for free with a life-size cut-out of a Brewers player.

Visitors to the U.S. Cellular Bullpen can also check out the cutting-edge devices that U.S. Cellular offers and learn about The Belief Project, which was recently named Frost & Sullivan's Customer Value Enhancement of the Year. It recognizes customer loyalty with rewards like faster upgrades to the coolest phones at promotional prices every 18 months or sooner without requiring customers to repeatedly sign contracts. All of these benefits are backed by the company’s high-speed nationwide network. U.S. Cellular has the highest call quality and network satisfaction of any national carrier.
The Milwaukee Brewers Opening Day Package Sweepstakes is open to anyone 18 years and older. Individuals can enter to win by stopping by any Wisconsin U.S. Cellular store. To find locations and the store’s hours of operation, visit uscellular.com, click on “Store Finder” and enter a street address.
U.S. Cellular is the official wireless provider of the Milwaukee Brewers.
 
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U.S. Cellular Offers Tips on How Your Cell Phone Can Help During Winter Storms

Technology Can Help When Severe Weather Strikes

U.S. Cellular Offers Tips on How Your Cell Phone Can Help During Winter Storms

MILWAUKEE, Wisc.  (February 7, 2011) With winter storms upon us, U.S. Cellular reminds residents that a reliable cell phone is critical to keep in touch with loved ones, track weather forecasts and to alert personnel when help is needed.  Whether it’s an ice storm, black-out, chilly temps or mounting inches of snow, a cell phone is an important tool during times of emergency.

“Our engineers work tirelessly to ensure that our high-speed nationwide network continues to run smoothly, so our customers have the peace of mind that they can access data when they need to and that their calls, texts and e-mails will go through,” said Laurie Poellinger, director of sales for U.S. Cellular in Wisconsin.

U.S. Cellular offers tips on how your cell phone can be a great tool during inclement weather:

Store “ICE” (In Case of Emergency) contacts in your phone. Simply program “ICE” in front of a person’s name or title, such as “ICE Mom” or “ICE Dave,” to help first responders quickly contact these important people.  Make sure the ICE contact knows about any medical conditions that could affect emergency treatment for the individual such as allergies or current medication.

Break through with texting. If phone service is disrupted by a high volume of calls during a storm, try sending a text message. Text messages take up less bandwidth than calls and often work when phone service is disrupted.

Rely on your phone to access websites and applications. When dealing with severe weather, staying up-to-date with forecasts could be critical. Cell phones can instantly connect users to the Internet, and applications like The Weather Channel can be downloaded for immediate access to weather information as well as radar and satellite maps for more than 44,000 U.S. locations.  There are also applications that can turn your Android-powered phone into a flashlight, compass or several other useful tools.

Stay charged up. Phones should be charged daily so that you have sufficient battery life when you may need it. If driving, keep a car charger with you to re-charge when you’re on-the-go. If your battery starts to run out,     U.S. Cellular customers can switch out their dead or dying battery through the industry leading Battery Swap Program at any U.S. Cellular store for free.

Have important numbers handy and back them up. Keep all the numbers for your local emergency contacts and immediate family stored in your cell phone for easy access in an emergency. It is also helpful to have numbers for state road condition hotlines and a reliable towing service.  Wisconsin road information is available by calling 511. With the free My Contacts Backup application, U.S. Cellular customers can safely store valuable contact information online for easy retrieval, even if the phone is lost or damaged beyond repair.

About U.S. Cellular
U.S. Cellular is committed to fixing wireless one project at a time and recently unveiled The Belief Project, an array of industry-leading innovations designed to elevate the customer experience. The Chicago-based carrier provides the best cell phone service in the country according to survey results released by Consumer Reports, which found that wireless customers are more satisfied with U.S. Cellular than every other major wireless company.  U.S. Cellular was also named one of Forbes Magazine’s 2010 “Most Trustworthy Companies.” The Belief Project complements U.S. Cellular’s growing catalog of cutting-edge phones that are all backed by its high-speed nationwide network. To learn more about U.S. Cellular, visit one of its retail stores or uscellular.com. You can also check out U.S. Cellular on Facebook.

About The Belief Project                                                                                                                                  

The Belief Project, recently named Frost & Sullivan's Customer Value Enhancement of the Year, recognizes customer loyalty with national bundled plans that offer customers the freedom to enjoy industry-leading benefits without signing continuous contracts.

With “no contract after the first,” new customers who complete a two-year contract will never have to sign another one and will continue to get guaranteed upgrades to the newest phones at promotional prices every 18 months. Existing customers who switch to the new Belief Plans can simply finish out their current contract and never sign a contract again.

While some carriers are increasing time for phone upgrades, U.S. Cellular customers automatically get valuable rewards just for being a customer that can be used for even faster phone upgrades in as little as 10 months. Rewards can also be used to get additional lines, phones, accessories and ringtones. Customers who refer a friend to a Belief Plan get 1,000 reward points, along with the friend who signed up that could be used to get a new phone one month faster.

Customers can save up to 5 percent on their monthly plans for setting up autopay and paperless billing.  U.S. Cellular also introduced the industry’s only Phone Replacement program for customers on select plans. If a customer’s phone accidentally breaks or stops working, U.S. Cellular replaces it with the same or similar model at no additional cost.

These innovative initiatives were developed to elevate the customer experience and create a human relationship with customers, not a contractual one. For more information about The Belief Project, visit uscellular.com.

 
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U.S.Cellular Spreadin the Love with Prepaid Deals

U.S. Cellular Keeps Spreading the Love with Sweet Prepaid Deals

Prepaid Plans Starting As Low as $29; Phones $19.99

CHICAGO (January 20, 2011) – Want to celebrate Valentine’s Day without sending a message of long-term commitment? Get that special someone a prepaid plan. Ranked the country’s best wireless carrier in a Consumer Reports survey, U.S. Cellular has prepaid plans starting at $29 and super cool phones at great prices to go with them through Feb. 17.

“These high-value plans and phone deals are smart choices for those who want a great wireless experience through our high-speed nationwide network and no bill surprises,” said Laurie Poellinger, director of sales in Wisconsin for U.S. Cellular. “We know that staying in touch with family and friends is important to our customers, and these plans allow them to stay connected while staying on top of their budget.”

The $29 Prepaid Plan is ideal for customers who text more than they talk. It includes 200 voice minutes and unlimited text, picture and video messaging. The Motorola GRASP is an ideal match for this prepaid plan. It features a 2.2”-inch display, full QWERTY keyboard, 1.3 MP camera and Bluetooth all for $19.99 after a $50 mail-in rebate.

The $39 Prepaid Plan is geared toward customers who primarily text and surf the web. It includes 400 voice minutes, unlimited text, picture and video messaging, and 5GB of web browsing. The Samsung Profile is a sleek phone that is well-suited for this prepaid plan. The handset boasts a 2.4”-inch display, full QWERTY keyboard, 2.0 MP camera/camcorder and music/video player all for $29.99 after a $50 mail-in rebate.

The $49 Prepaid Plan is a good fit for customers who like to talk as much as they text. It includes 1,000 voice minutes and unlimited text, picture and video messaging. The Samsung Messager Touch pairs well with this plan. Features include a 2.6”- inch touchscreen, 2.0 MP camera, slide-out QWERTY keyboard and is on sale for just $49.99 after a $50 mail-in rebate.

In addition to these great plans, U.S. Cellular also has $59 and $69 Prepaid offerings to suit customers who have needs that include unlimited voice, messaging, and data and a $10 Pay-As-You-Go plan for those who prefer a pay-as-you-go offering with a low monthly price.

All of these devices are backed by U.S. Cellular’s, high-speed nationwide network, which has been recognized by J.D. Power and Associates with 10 consecutive awards for call quality in the North Central Region. For more information about all of U.S. Cellular’s deals, phones, plans and other restrictions on these offers, visit any U.S. Cellular store, go to uscellular.com or check out U.S. Cellular on Facebook.

About U.S. Cellular

U.S. Cellular is committed to fixing wireless one project at a time and recently unveiled The Belief Project, an array of industry-leading innovations designed to elevate the customer experience. The Chicago-based carrier provides the best cell phone service in the country according to survey results released by Consumer Reports, which found that wireless customers are more satisfied with U.S. Cellular than every other major wireless company. U.S. Cellular was also named one of Forbes Magazine’s 2010 “Most Trustworthy Companies.” The Belief Project complements U.S. Cellular’s growing catalog of cutting-edge phones that are all backed by its high-speed nationwide network. To learn more about U.S. Cellular, visit one of its retail stores or uscellular.com. You can also check out U.S. Cellular on Facebook.

About The Belief Project

The Belief Project, recently named Frost and Sullivan's Customer Value Enhancement of the Year, recognizes customer loyalty with national bundled plans that offer customers the freedom to enjoy industry-leading benefits without signing continuous contracts.

With “no contract after the first,” new customers who complete a two-year contract will never have to sign another one and will continue to get guaranteed upgrades to the newest phones at promotional prices every 18 months. Existing customers who switch to the new Belief Plans can simply finish out their current contract and never sign a contract again.

While some carriers are increasing the time for phone upgrades, U.S. Cellular customers automatically get valuable rewards just for being a customer that can be used for even faster phone upgrades in as little as 10 months. Rewards can also be used to get additional lines, phones, accessories and ringtones. Customers who refer a friend to a Belief Plan get 1,000 reward points, along with the friend who signed up that could be used to get a new phone one month faster.

Customers can save up to 5 percent on their monthly plans for setting up autopay and paperless billing. U.S. Cellular also introduced the industry’s only Phone Replacement program for customers on select plans. If a customer’s phone accidentally breaks or stops working, U.S. Cellular replaces it with the same or similar model at no additional cost.

These innovative initiatives were developed to elevate the customer experience and create a human relationship with customers, not a contractual one. For more information about The Belief Project, visit uscellular.com.

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Messging Phone Deal through 2/17 at US Cellular

U.S. Cellular Offers Sweetheart of a Deal on Messaging Phones

Samsung Messager Touch, Motorola GRASP and LG Mystique Are Free

MILWAUKEE (January 18, 2011) – OMG! According to a recent Nielsen survey, text messaging has officially eclipsed voice calls. U.S. Cellular, ranked the country’s best wireless carrier in a Consumer Reports survey, has an FYI for all those thumb-flexing, text enthusiasts out there. Through Feb. 17, all phones that make texting quick and easy are free. Cool handsets like the Samsung Messager Touch, Motorola GRASP and LG Mystique are free after a $50 mail-in rebate and make great gifts for you and your sweetie on Valentine’s Day.

“Many of our customers prefer texting over talking, so we wanted to surprise and delight them with a promotion that features a great lineup of messaging phones,” said Edward Perez, vice president of marketing and sales operations for U.S. Cellular. “They can connect with family and friends quickly with devices that are backed by our high-speed nationwide network, which has been recognized by J.D. Power and Associates with 10 consecutive awards for call quality in the North Central Region.”

Send “Happy V Day 2 u” with The Samsung Messager Touch, which boasts a 2.6-inch touchscreen and slide-out QWERTY keyboard. Or text “I luv u” from the Motorola GRASP with its sporty 2.2-inch display and QWERTY keyboard. If you’re feeling really brave, pop the big question, “Will u marry me?” from the LG Mystique, which features a 2.4-inch touchscreen and QWERTY keyboard.

Customers can match any of these message-friendly phones with Belief Plans that complement the way they use their phone the most. The Essential Belief Plan comes with unlimited text, picture and video messaging, free unlimited incoming calls from any phone, nights after 7 p.m. and weekends, mobile-to-mobile calls and 1,000 voice minutes for only $69.99. The Premium Belief Plan has those benefits plus unlimited minutes and the industry-leading Phone Replacement Program for only $89.99.

Pairing up this Valentine’s Day is made easy by signing up for one of U.S. Cellular’s Family Belief Plans. The Family Essential Belief Plan includes two lines with unlimited text, picture and video messaging, free unlimited incoming calls from any phone, nights after 7 p.m. and weekends, mobile-to-mobile calls and 1,200 shared voice minutes for $99.99, while the Family Premium Belief Plan has all these amenities and features two lines with unlimited voice, messaging and Phone Replacement for $139.99.

For those who are in to smartphones, U.S. Cellular is showing you some love, too. Through Feb. 17, the carrier is offering a buy-one-get-one-free sale on all of its Android-powered devices including the Samsung Galaxy Tab. Get that special someone the Samsung Mesmerize, a Galaxy S phone, for just $149.99 and get another one free for you after an $80 mail-in rebate. Consumer Reports rated Galaxy S devices, like the Mesmerize, number one above all other smartphones on the market today. The Mesmerize features a large touchscreen and super fast 1 GHz processor that makes watching videos, playing games and zipping through business and entertainment applications easy.

Customers can match up any new smartphone with the “best value in wireless” by signing up for U.S. Cellular’s $69.99 Primary Plus Plan that comes with 5GB of data, unlimited text, picture and video messaging, free unlimited incoming calls from any phone, nights after 7 p.m. and weekends, mobile-to-mobile calls, 450 minutes and GPS navigation.

Customers on Belief Plans get rewards for doing simple things like paying their monthly bill on time, adding a line or referring new customers. Rewards can be used to get faster upgrades to the newest phones in as little as 10 months, accessories, ringtones and for Overage Forgiveness. With “no contract after the first,” new customers who complete a two-year contract will never have to sign another one and will continue to get great benefits. Existing customers who switch to the new Belief Plans can simply finish out their current contract and never sign a contract again.

For more information about all of U.S. Cellular’s deals, phones, plans and other restrictions on these offers, visit any U.S. Cellular store, go to uscellular.com or check out U.S. Cellular on Facebook.

About U.S. Cellular
U.S. Cellular is committed to fixing wireless one project at a time and recently unveiled The Belief Project, an array of industry-leading innovations designed to elevate the customer experience. The Chicago-based carrier provides the best cell phone service in the country according to survey results released by Consumer Reports, which found that wireless customers are more satisfied with U.S. Cellular than every other major wireless company.  U.S. Cellular was also named one of Forbes Magazine’s 2010 “Most Trustworthy Companies.” The Belief Project complements U.S. Cellular’s growing catalog of cutting-edge phones that are all backed by its high-speed nationwide network. To learn more about U.S. Cellular, visit one of its retail stores or uscellular.com. You can also check out U.S. Cellular on Facebook.



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FALL IN LOVE WITH THE BEST VALUE ON THE BEST SMARTPHONE FROM THE BEST CARRIER IN WIRELESS

U.S. Cellular Offers Buy-One-Get-One-Free on Samsung Mesmerize, Samsung Galaxy Tab, More

MILWAUKEE (Jan. 12, 2011) – U.S. Cellular believes your special someone deserves the best this Valentine’s Day. That’s why, now through Feb. 17, the company, ranked the best wireless carrier in the country by Consumer Reports, is offering a buy-one-get-one-free sale on all of its Android-powered devices, including the Samsung Galaxy Tab and the Samsung Mesmerize, a Galaxy S smartphone. Consumer Reports rated Galaxy S devices, like the Mesmerize, number one above all other smartphones on the market today. Customers can get the Mesmerize, with its large touchscreen and super fast 1 GHz processor that makes watching videos, playing games and zipping through business and entertainment applications easy, for just $149.99 and get another one free after an $80 mail-in rebate.

“We are pleased to offer everyone great deals on cutting-edge devices to keep them connected to the people and information that matter most,” said Laurie Poellinger, U.S. Cellular director of sales for Wisconsin. “All of our devices are all backed by the valuable benefits of The Belief Project and a quality, high-speed network, which has been recognized by J.D. Power and Associates with 10 consecutive awards for call quality in the North Central Region.”

In another offer sure to win hearts, U.S. Cellular customers get a second Samsung Galaxy Tab for free when they purchase one for just $399.99 after $100 mail-in rebate and sign up for the $54.99 Belief Plan on both devices, which comes with 5GB of network data usage for each tablet and the ability to turn it into a mobile hotspot for other Wi-Fi devices. Other exciting offers include buy-one-get-one-free deals on other Android-powered phones like the HTC Desire for just $99.99, LG Optimus U for $29.99 and both the LG Apex and Samsung Acclaim for $49.99, all after $80 mail-in rebates. The carrier is topping off its sweetheart deals with a $100 Smartphone Activation Credit per line for new and existing customers who add smartphone lines to their Belief Plans.

Customers can pair any new smartphone with the “best value in wireless” by signing up for the carrier’s $69.99 Primary Plus Plan that comes with 5GB of data, unlimited text, picture and video messaging, free unlimited incoming calls from any phone, nights and weekends, mobile-to-mobile calls and GPS navigation.

Also through Feb. 17, U.S. Cellular is offering all of its messaging phones for free after a $50 mail-in rebate, including the Samsung Messager Touch, Motorola GRASP and Samsung Profile.

All of the offers are backed by the unmatched benefits of the award-winning Belief Project, which recognizes customer loyalty with rewards like faster upgrades to the coolest phones at promotional prices every 18 months or sooner without requiring customers to repeatedly sign contracts. It also boasts an assortment of bundled National Single Line and Family Belief Plans designed to mirror the way people use their phones. Customers on Belief Plans get rewards for doing simple things like paying their monthly bill on time, adding a line or referring new customers. Rewards can also be used to get faster upgrades to the newest phones in as little as 10 months, accessories, ringtones and for Overage Forgiveness. With “no contract after the first,” new customers who complete a two-year contract will never have to sign another one and will continue to get great benefits. Existing customers who switch to the new Belief Plans can simply finish out their current contract and never sign a contract again.

For more information about all of U.S. Cellular’s deals, plans and phones, and other restrictions on these offers, visit any U.S. Cellular store, go to uscellular.com or check out U.S. Cellular on Facebook.

About The Belief Project                                                                                                                                  The Belief Project recognizes customer loyalty with national bundled plans that offer customers the freedom to enjoy industry-leading benefits without signing continuous contracts – like guaranteed upgrades to the newest phones at promotional prices every 18 months.

With “no contract after the first,” new customers who complete a two-year contract will never have to sign another one and will continue to get guaranteed upgrades to the newest phones at promotional prices every 18 months. Existing customers who switch to the new Belief Plans can simply finish out their current contract and never sign a contract again.

Customers automatically get valuable rewards just for being a customer that can be used for even faster phone upgrades in as little as 10 months. Rewards can also be used to get additional lines, phones, accessories and ringtones. Customers who refer a friend to a Belief Plan get 1,000 reward points, along with the friend who signed up that could be used to get a new phone one month faster.

Customers can save up to 5 percent on their monthly plans for setting up autopay and paperless billing.  U.S. Cellular also introduced the industry’s only Phone Replacement program for customers on select plans. If a customer’s phone accidentally breaks or stops working, U.S. Cellular replaces it with the same or similar model at no additional cost.

These innovative initiatives were developed to elevate the customer experience and create a human relationship with customers, not a contractual one. For more information about The Belief Project, visit uscellular.com.

About U.S. Cellular
U.S. Cellular is committed to fixing wireless one project at a time and recently unveiled The Belief Project, an array of industry-leading innovations designed to elevate the customer experience. The Chicago-based carrier provides the best cell phone service in the country according to survey results released by Consumer Reports, which found that wireless customers are more satisfied with U.S. Cellular than every other major wireless company.  U.S. Cellular was also named one of Forbes Magazine’s 2010 “Most Trustworthy Companies.” The Belief Project complements U.S. Cellular’s growing catalog of cutting-edge phones that are all backed by its high-speed nationwide network. To learn more about U.S. Cellular, visit one of its retail stores or uscellular.com. You can also check out U.S. Cellular on Facebook.

 

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Sign up for FREE Wireless AMBER Alerts

U.S. Cellular Invites Wisconsin Residents to

Sign Up for Free Wireless AMBER Alerts™

 National AMBER Alert Day is Jan. 13

MILWAUKEE (Jan. 10, 2011) – As the 15^th anniversary of  National AMBER Alert Awareness Day approaches Jan. 13, U.S. Cellular invites customers to sign up to receive free AMBER alerts via text message. Since its inception, the AMBER Alert program has led to the safe recovery of more than 500 children, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children

            Statistics show that the first three hours following abduction are the most critical to the search. In 2005, the Wireless AMBER Alerts Initiative enabled the public to receive alerts via text message on their wireless devices. Wireless AMBER Alerts have the potential to reach 96 percent of the public with more than 292 million cell phone subscribers in the United States.*

“Once customers sign up for this free service, AMBER Alerts are sent to their wireless devices, so they can be made aware of a missing child in their area immediately,” said Laurie Poellinger, director of sales for U.S. Cellular in Wisconsin. “Signing up is quick, simple and may help in bringing home a lost or abducted child.”

            To sign up for wireless AMBER Alerts, visit the “About Us” section on http://www.uscellular.com/, http://www.wirelessamberalerts.org/, or text the word “Amber” followed by a space and your 5-digit zip code to short code 26237. Customers may also sign up for wireless AMBER Alerts by visiting any U.S. Cellular retail store.

How wireless AMBER Alerts work:

1.      Sign up to receive AMBER Alerts in your area by selecting the location(s) you frequent most, such as where you live and work.

2.      Law enforcement issues an AMBER Alert and provides the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) with the information to include in the alert.

3.      NCMEC formats the AMBER Alert information, which is then relayed to U.S. Cellular.

4.      This information is sent as a free text message.

5.      U.S. Cellular customers will only receive AMBER Alerts by enrolling in the program.

6.      If you have information on a missing child, call the NCMEC toll-free Hotline at 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678) 24-hours a day.

*Source CTIA-The Wireless Association

           

About U.S. Cellular
U.S. Cellular is committed to fixing wireless one project at a time and recently unveiled The Belief Project, an array of industry-leading innovations designed to elevate the customer experience. The Chicago-based carrier provides the best cell phone service in the country according to survey results released by Consumer Reports, which found that wireless customers are more satisfied with U.S. Cellular than every other major wireless company.  U.S. Cellular was also named one of Forbes Magazine’s 2010 “Most Trustworthy Companies.” The Belief Project complements U.S. Cellular’s growing catalog of cutting-edge phones that are all backed by its high-speed nationwide network. To learn more about U.S. Cellular, visit one of its retail stores or uscellular.com. You can also check out U.S. Cellular on Facebook.



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US Cellular Belief Reward Points (182 Wisconsin customers recieved 1,000 reward points!)

 THE BELIEF PROJECT FROM U.S. CELLULAR

SURPASSES 1 MILLION CUSTOMERS

182 Wisconsinites receive 1,000 rewards points

MILWAUKEE –– On the heels of its top ranking by customers in a Consumer Reports survey, U.S. Cellular is celebrating the more than 1 million customers who are now part of The Belief Project. In Wisconsin, 182 customers were randomly chosen to receive a gift of 1,000 Belief Reward Points.

            The Belief Project recognizes customer loyalty with innovative programs like upgrades to the coolest phones at promotional prices every 18 months without requiring customers to repeatedly sign contracts. After completing the first contract, customers never have to sign another one. U.S. Cellular customers on Belief Plans get Belief Reward Points for doing simple things like paying their monthly bill on time, adding a line or referring new customers.

              Customers who were surprised with 1,000 Belief Reward Points can bump their phone upgrades up a whole month or use them for free ringtones and accessories.

            “We predicted that the millionth customer would sign up for a Belief Plan some time in February. Hitting this mark in December says that existing and new customers are embracing how we’re changing the rules of the wireless industry,” said Alan D. Ferber, executive vice president of operations for U.S. Cellular. “We love our customers, which is why we’re always looking for ways to show them how much they are appreciated. They can expect surprises like these to continue.”

A recent Consumer Reports survey of 58,000 participants ranked U.S. Cellular #1 in service and was named the best carrier in the country based on customer feedback.        

            For more information about The Belief Project, visit any U.S. Cellular store, go to uscellular.com or check out U.S. Cellular on Facebook.

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