Bell-Vod starting to apply pressure in the US (article below). We will start to see more of this as they leverage their nationwide coverage to their advantage. No one else can really profitably compete with this.
Cellular One Launches First True One Rate in Kansas; New Program Gives Digital Customers One Nationwide Calling Rate Starting At $29.99 Per Month
1/31/00 11:46:22 AM
OVERLAND PARK, Kan., Jan 31, 2000 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Cellular One Kansas/Missouri today announced new simplified digital calling plans that say good-bye to roaming and long distance charges.
Cellular One digital customers can now get one calling rate no matter where or when they use their phone across the United States. The new National Calling Plans, starting as low as $29.99 per month with 100 included minutes, eliminate domestic long distance and roaming charges and allow customers to take their included anytime minutes with them throughout all 50 states.
"Customers have been telling us that some national plans are either too expensive or too confusing. Many people become frustrated after being charged extra for making a call outside of their carrier?s own network," said David Davis, vice president and general manager, Cellular One Kansas/Missouri. "We now offer the most affordable national plan that truly provides a single rate coast to coast. You?ll be able to use your phone anytime, anywhere there is cellular coverage and pay one flat rate - no surprises."
The Cellular One National Calling Plan is designed for consumer and business users who frequently make long distance calls or want simplified, predictable pricing. Calling plan options include $29.99 for 100 minutes, $49.99 for 250 minutes or $69.99 for 400 minutes. A service agreement and Cellular One Long Distance service are required. Voice mail, caller ID, call waiting and three-way calling are included free of charge.
Cellular One is part of the nation?s largest wireless communications network with a local coverage area including Kansas City, Topeka, Lawrence, Wichita and St. Joseph. The Kansas and Missouri operations for Cellular One are owned and operated by AirTouch Communications. Cellular One is a franchise brand name that is owned independently in most other markets across the United States and North America.
About AirTouch
AirTouch serves more than 9 million U.S. cellular and PCS customers on a proportionate basis. Its ventures operate in 25 states and 22 of the top 30 U.S. markets, including Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Detroit, Houston, Los Angeles, Phoenix, San Diego, San Francisco and Seattle. For more information, visit the AirTouch web site at www.airtouch.com. AirTouch is part of Vodafone AirTouch Plc, the world?s largest wireless communications firm, based in the United Kingdom.
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