JACKSON, Miss., March 25, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon
Wireless customers in south Mississippi will experience faster, more
reliable wireless calling, data streaming and Web surfing thanks to
heavy investments the company made in 2014. Over the past year, the
company invested over $41 million in
wireless network enhancements for customers across south
Mississippi – from Jackson down to Biloxi. This investment includes enhancements
to its XLTE and 4G LTE services, introducing new cell sites and
initiating projects to expand and enhance services for its
customers.
"We have a relentless focus on providing our customers with
the most reliable network possible. The significant
investments we made across south Mississippi in 2014 are evidence of
that unwavering commitment," said Krista Bourne, president, Houston/Gulf Coast Region - Verizon
Wireless. "We were particularly excited to launch XLTE this
past year, as it provides 4G LTE services better, faster and to
even more customers. In the coming year, we will continue to focus
on our customers and their everyday needs by empowering them with
the latest in innovative technology backed by a network they can
count on when they need it most."
XLTE Deployed In Mississippi
In 2014, Verizon Wireless deployed its newest technology, XLTE
to Gulfport, Biloxi, Hattiesburg and Laurel, as well as other locations in
Mississippi, to boost 4G LTE
network capacity and enhance high-speed services for
customers. XLTE utilizes Verizon's AWS (Advanced Wireless
Services) spectrum, which allows Verizon to deliver significantly
increased capacity – at a minimum, doubling the capacity – over its
high-speed 4G LTE network. This means more customers in
high-traffic locations can access the company's most advanced
technology at the same time to send photos, download videos, surf
the Internet and use other popular applications on their
smartphones, tablets and other devices during times of peak
usage.
Year-Round Severe Weather Preparation
Verizon's capital investment in Mississippi fuels year-round preparations for
severe weather like hurricanes, tornadoes, flooding and wildfires,
when network reliability is crucial. The company also
maintains a fleet of cells on wheels (COWs), cells on light trucks
(COLTs) and generators on trailers (GOATs) for immediate deployment
to provide extra network support when severe weather strikes.
2014 Verizon Wireless Network Investment Highlights
- Introduced XLTE service to Gulfport, Biloxi, Hattiesburg and Laurel that utilizes AWS (Advanced Wireless
Services) spectrum, which allows Verizon to deliver significantly
increased capacity – at a minimum, doubling the capacity – over its
high-speed 4G LTE network.
- Drove 3,397 baseline miles across south Mississippi to test network reception and
quality, to ensure reliable coverage for all its customers.
- Deployed 67 new cell sites across south Mississippi to strengthen coverage and
capacity of the Verizon Wireless network.
- Maintained a comprehensive emergency response plan, including
preparing emergency command centers across Mississippi in the case of a storm or other
crisis.
Network Investments Matter
The network enhancement is part of the company's aggressive
multi-billion dollar network investment each year to stay ahead of
the growing demand for Verizon Wireless' voice and data services.
Nationally, the company has invested more than $100 billion since it was formed in 2000 to add
new services and increase coverage and capacity of its premier
nationwide networks.
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About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless operates the nation's largest and most reliable
4G LTE network. As the largest wireless company in the U.S.,
Verizon Wireless serves 108.2 million retail customers, including
102.1 million retail postpaid customers. Verizon Wireless is
wholly owned by Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq:
VZ). For more information, visit
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