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Verizon Wireless and Alltel Combined Networks
Verizon Wireless
former Alltel
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VERIZON COMMUNICATIONS INC. 2008 ANNUAL REPORT
With the acquisition of Alltel in early 2009, Verizon Wireless now
provides service to millions more customers across the United States
on its own network. The merger created an enhanced platform of
network coverage, spectrum and customer care to better serve the
growing needs of both Alltel and Verizon Wireless customers for
basic voice and advanced broadband wireless services. Our wireless
network coverage now reaches approximately 288 million people –
nearly the entire U.S. population – and our wireless customer base
has increased to more than 80 million subscribers, making us the
largest wireless carrier in the country.
Both Alltel and Verizon Wireless have long track records of
delivering a high-quality customer experience in the marketplace,
and the combination of the two companies will continue to improve
on that heritage. Customers of both companies now have access
to the country’s largest mobile to mobile calling community. Alltel
customers also will benefit from an expanded range of products and
services, including a premier lineup of wireless devices and access to
the nation’s largest 3G high-speed wireless broadband network.
The transaction puts the Alltel markets and customers on
a path to advanced 4G services as Verizon Wireless deploys LTE
technology throughout its network over the next several years. In
addition, Alltel’s customers will reap the benefits of Verizon Wireless’
Open Development initiative, which welcomes third-party devices
and services on the Verizon Wireless network.
The acquisition also provides opportunities for enhanced value
for our shareowners. Both companies use a common network tech-
nology, which provides advantages of a seamless transition for Alltel
customers, ease in integrating the two companies’ networks, and
scale efficiencies in operating the larger integrated network.
The Most Reliable Wireless Network is Now the Biggest
Colored areas indicate Verizon Wireless
coverage, excluding roaming