Device Arena

Sprint wireless customers in Ohio who instantly want to communicate during the state’s March 4 presidential primary should experience even better wireless service as a result of Sprint’s local network enhancements. Sprint added 82 wireless cell sites during 2007 and has continued to increase capacity in the new year.

“Sprint networks are operating at best-ever levels and our Ohio customers are reaping the rewards with crisper calls and top-notch coverage,” said Kevin Gleason, area vice-president for Ohio. “Customer satisfaction is our No. 1 goal this year and we’re committed to that goal through continued network enhancements.”

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KPN International has extended availability of its IP network solutions into the United States and Canada, strengthening the KPN International global network. Based on a new partnership agreement with Sprint, KPN International’s network in Europe and locations in North America are now seamlessly interconnected with Sprint’s IP network. As a result, multinational enterprises now benefit from MPLS and Wide Area Network solutions which enable them to connect with employees, partners, suppliers and customers worldwide.

By working with Sprint, KPN International customers will now benefit in North America from the robust security and reliability of global MPLS VPN services based on Sprint’s Tier 1 IP network, which are highly flexible, scalable and quick to implement. Customers will enjoy a network experience consistent with that on KPN’s network today, regardless of their geographic locations. The extended capabilities will also deliver fully managed networking services to simplify network management and maintenance for businesses.

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Verizon Wireless announced today that it has expanded the national rollout of its high-speed wireless network to Warren County including the towns of Clarendon, Garland, Irvine, Russell, Sheffield, Warren, and Wrightsville.

“This is a vital area with dynamic, tech-savvy business people, students, visitors, and residents who want to stay connected,” said Roger Tang, president – Ohio/Pennsylvania/West Virginia region, Verizon Wireless. “The launch of our broadband network here provides our customers with access to the very latest wireless technology.”

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Verizon Wireless today said its upcoming Open Development Device Conference will feature the release and publication of Version 1.0 of the technical specifications for new wireless devices that will work on its “Any Device, Any App” network-only service option.

The conference, scheduled for March 19 in New York City, will focus on how traditional device and consumer electronics companies and entrepreneurs new to the wireless ecosystem can bring new wireless devices to the marketplace under Verizon Wireless’ Open Development initiative. The conference will establish shared goals of streamlining the certification and delivery of exciting new devices while preserving the company’s optimal network performance.

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Verizon Wireless will break new ground in wireless retail this week with the opening of its new Verizon Wireless Communications Store in Petaluma, Calif. The store is the next evolution in the wireless retail experience, offering consumers hands-on interaction with wireless voice, data, music, and video services in a sleek, new full-service environment. The new store is located at 177 N. McDowell Boulevard in Petaluma.

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