It’s ‘Switching Hour’ at U.S. Cellular

Oct. 17, 2011 - PRLog -- ROANOKE, Va. (Oct. 17, 2011) – Sometimes life-changing events can prompt a switch to a new cell phone provider. Whether you’re newly married and want to merge plans with your spouse, considering getting the kids cell phones or re-evaluating the budget to save money, it’s a good idea to shop around for the device and plan that best fit your needs.

U.S. Cellular  has taken the cost out of switching wireless providers with a compelling Switch for Free* offer. Through Nov. 20, select phones in the carrier’s cutting-edge device portfolio are free with no activation fee. Current customers who are adding a new line can also select one of the free phones with waived activation fee.
“Our Switch for Free offer clears the path for new customers to get a great phone for free on a high-speed nationwide network. Their device can be personalized to how they use it most, and they won’t have to pay for features they don’t need,” said Dee Taylor, director of sales for U.S. Cellular in the Mid-Atlantic. “These are just a few of the reasons we have the happiest customers in wireless.”

Whether you prefer to mostly call and text or you’re a tech enthusiast who wants all the bells and whistles of a power-packed smartphone, U.S. Cellular has something for everyone. Free devices include AndroidTM-powered and BlackBerry® smartphones, along with messaging and feature phones.

Those who switch to U.S. Cellular also receive unique benefits such as a valuable rewards program that recognizes customer loyalty. Customers on Belief plans earn points for doing simple things like paying their wireless bill on time, adding a line or referring friends and family. Other benefits include new phones faster without continuously signing contracts, free Battery Swap, Overage Protection, and free incoming calls, texts and picture messages.

U.S. Cellular offers these tips when considering switching wireless carriers:
Evaluate your wireless plan – Are you texting more and calling less? Increased your amount of Internet browsing and connecting with friends on social network sites? When your wireless needs change, make sure your plan matches up with how you use your phone.

U.S. Cellular associates will evaluate your current plan with you and help you pick one that best fits your needs and budget.  Also, you can avoid bill shock by signing up for U.S. Cellular's free Overage Protection program where customers receive text alerts when they are approaching their voice and texting limits.

Go where you are rewarded – U.S. Cellular offers a rewards program that recognizes customers for their loyalty. Earn points for doing simple things like paying your bill on time, adding a line and referring new customers. These points can be used toward faster phone upgrades, free phones, ringtones and accessories.  
Consider customer service – How does your wireless provider stack up in the area of customer service? U.S. Cellular continues to be honored with awards for superior customer service. The carrier was recently named a J.D. Power and Associates 2011 Customer Service Champion and received PC Magazine’s 2011 Readers’ Choice Award.

Get a ‘My Phone” – Select a wireless carrier that helps you personalize your device so that it makes your life easier. Interested in upgrading to a smartphone, but nervous about the learning curve? U.S. Cellular helps users harness the power of what your smartphone can do by hosting free Device Workshops that are open to everyone, not just U.S. Cellular customers. Learn helpful tips and shortcuts when navigating through your smartphone menus, and associates will even upload free apps that help organize and simplify your life.

To attend an upcoming workshop or get more information about U.S. Cellular’s Switch for Free offer, products and services and high-speed nationwide network, visit any retail store, uscellular.com or U.S. Cellular’s Facebook page.

* Purchase of a data plan may be required, and a new two-year agreement may apply for new customers. Mail-in rebates, additional terms, conditions, restrictions and/or charges may apply.

About U.S. Cellular
U.S. Cellular rewards its customers with unmatched benefits and industry-leading innovations designed to elevate the customer experience. The Chicago-based carrier has a strong line-up of cutting-edge devices that are all backed by its high-speed nationwide network that has the highest call quality of any national carrier. U.S. Cellular was named a J.D. Power and Associates 2011 Customer Service Champion and received PC Magazine’s 2011 Readers’ Choice Award. To learn more about U.S. Cellular, visit one of its retail stores or uscellular.com. To get the latest news, promos and videos, connect with U.S. Cellular on Facebook.com/uscellular, Twitter.com/uscellular and YouTube.com/uscellularcorp.