GreatCall and
Verizon Wireless, that GreatCall's Jitterbug will
now run on the Verizon Wireless network through the wireless leader's
open development program.
The benefits for Jitterbug customers are exciting: Customers will
now have the security and confidence of making calls on the most
reliable wireless network in the country. Additionally, Jitterbug
monthly services now offer more minutes and more affordable night and
weekend calling than were previously available with Jitterbug plans.
Customers also will benefit from ongoing wireless technology advances
as Verizon Wireless invests billions of dollars every year to further
extend its network reliability lead over other wireless providers.
Jitterbug's relationships with Verizon Wireless and Samsung, providing
best-in-class mobile phone service and handsets, enable it to focus on
launching new targeted wireless services that are simple and intuitive
for customers to adopt and enjoy.
In a rapidly changing wireless industry, Jitterbug has created a
simple-to-use cell phone that delivers the basics and makes it easy to
stay in touch with friends and family. Jitterbug continues to build on
that platform, providing their customers with a "Services Store" that
has a collection of easy-to-use applications that are backed by
outstanding, friendly customer support.
"We know that there
are a lot of people out there that just want a simple cell phone
experience and together with Verizon Wireless, we can now offer more
new services based on cutting edge wireless technology, and make our
services more affordable," said David Inns, chief executive officer of
GreatCall. "Jitterbug is committed to giving our growing family of
customers the best service experience possible, and this is another
example of us achieving that goal."
Verizon Wireless' open development program is driven by the
company's goal of encouraging innovation, providing new wireless
choices, and expanding the wireless market. The company continues to
provide full-service offerings for business and consumer customers.