Verizon Launches New Mobiles Along With Broadband

VERIZON WIRELESS INTRODUCES THE BLACKBERRY CURVE 8530

Verizon Wireless and Research In Motion (RIM) (NASDAQ: RIMM; TSX: RIM) today introduced the BlackBerry® Curve™ 8530 smartphone, an exciting new addition to the BlackBerry Curve series of smartphones. The slim BlackBerry Curve 8530 gives customers access to Verizon Wireless’ 3G network, built-in GPS and Wi-Fi® capabilities, as well as easy access to music, games and other mobile apps for entertainment on-the-go.

Pricing and Availability
• The BlackBerry Curve 8530 smartphone is expected to be available from Verizon Wireless beginning Nov. 20 for $99.99 after a $100 mail-in rebate with a new two-year customer agreement on a voice plan with an Email and Web feature or an Email and Web for BlackBerry plan. Customers will receive the mail-in rebate in the form of a debit card; upon receipt, customers may use the card as cash anywhere debit cards are accepted. Data plans for the BlackBerry Curve 8530 smartphone begin at $29.99 when added to any Nationwide voice plan.

VERIZON WIRELESS MUSIC LOVERS CAN TASTE THE SWEETEST LG CHOCOLATE YET

Verizon Wireless and LG Electronics MobileComm U.S.A., Inc. (LG Mobile Phones) today announced that the LG Chocolate Touch™ will be available beginning Nov. 5 in Verizon Wireless Communications Stores and online at www.verizonwireless.com. Equipped with patented Dolby® Mobile, the Chocolate Touch brings a dramatically richer listening experience with its potent bass and sparkling clarity, making it the perfect companion for music lovers.

Pricing and availability:
• The LG Chocolate Touch is available for $79.99 after a $50 mail-in rebate with a new two-year customer agreement. Customers will receive the rebate in the form of a debit card; upon receipt, customers may use the card as cash anywhere debit cards are accepted.
• Customers can purchase the LG Chocolate Touch beginning today in Verizon Wireless Communications Stores and online at www.verizonwireless.com.

SAMSUNG CONVOY JOINS VERIZON WIRELESS’ FLEET OF PUSH TO TALK PHONES

Verizon Wireless and Samsung Telecommunications America (Samsung Mobile), announce the availability of the Samsung Convoy™, a rugged Push to Talk device with military specifications built to withstand the harshest of elements. The Convoy’s high-quality stereo speaker, extended battery life and multiple messaging options make it the ideal device to stay connected in the toughest conditions.
Available color: Charcoal grey

Price and availability:
• The Samsung Convoy will be available Nov. 15 for $49.99 after a $50 mail-in rebate with a new two-year customer agreement with Verizon Wireless. Customers will receive the mail-in rebate in the form of a debit card; upon receipt, customers may use the card as cash anywhere debit cards are accepted.
• Verizon Wireless customers can add Unlimited Push to Talk for $5 per month per line to any qualifying Nationwide voice plan.

PREPAID PLANS FOR VERIZON WIRELESS MOBILE BROADBAND SERVICE

Verizon Wireless today announced three new Mobile Broadband plans that will be added to the company’s prepaid portfolio. Customers will be able to get speed when they need it on the Verizon Wireless 3G network with contract free pay-as-you go plans for daily, weekly or monthly access. The new prepaid options are ideal for those who have intermittent or seasonal use whether on vacation, enjoying a weekend getaway, or for students away at school. They give customers the following service options:

• Daily – $15 for 75 MB
• Weekly – $30 for 250 MB
• Monthly – $50 for 500 MB

Mobile Broadband prepaid will be sold as a bundle with the Verizon
Wireless USB760 modem, which comes with a high-performance internal antenna, removable memory of up to 8 GB and support for Windows® 2000, XP, Vista and Mac OS X 10.4 (Tiger) or 10.5(Leopard) or Linux. This modem will be available in Verizon Wireless Communications Stores and at Best Buy locations beginning Nov. 16.

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