ATLANTA, March 22, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- With
the launch of an expanded Hum product lineup, driving experiences
can be made safer, smarter and more connected by choosing the Hum
that's right for them. For the first time, Hum customers can choose
between three options, including the premium HumX
service, which includes a brand-new Wi-Fi hot spot capability,
premium hardware and a new mobile app. Interested consumers can
find more information about the HumX device at Hum.com
and they can also purchase it from Verizon Wireless stores starting
tomorrow – March 23. The new Hum app
can be downloaded from Google Play and the App Store for both
current and new customers.
The HumX premium hardware package contains a 4G
LTE OBD-II device and a stainless-steel Bluetooth® speaker that
clips to a car's visor. The speaker supports HD voice for optimal
audio quality and has LED touch icons for contacting Hum customer
support functions such as roadside assistance, mechanics' hotline
and emergency assistance. The HumX Wi-Fi hot spot
capability allows up to 10 devices to stream content over the
nation's largest & most reliable 4G LTE network.
HumX will also launch with an enhanced vehicle location
feature that allows users to visualize their vehicle moving on a
map.
The standard Hum offering, including the core set of
Hum features like auto health and diagnostics, driving history,
boundary and speed alerts, and vehicle location, will now be known
as Hum+. Also launching tomorrow is a free app that
allows consumers to access some of Hum's basic features, or giving
them the option of upgrading to either Hum+ or
HumX.
All three Hum tiers launching on March
23 will include two brand-new service features:
- Safety Score calculates driving behavior on factors such
as braking, cornering, acceleration and phone handling while
driving. Safety Score also provides the driver with tips about safe
driving.
- Navigation provides turn-by-turn voice-guided
directions, search by location name or address, and multiple route
options based on estimated trip time and level of traffic
congestion.
Customers can try out the two new features in the brand-new free
Hum app, simply called Hum, by downloading the app from Google Play
or the App store and creating a free account, which will also
provide access to a wide range of retail, dining, service and
travel discounts.
"Whether you're enjoying the premium HumX with Wi-Fi
hot spot, utilizing core features with Hum+ or
introducing yourself to Hum with the free app, you can now feel
more connected than ever," said Michael
Maddux, director of product at Verizon Telematics. "It's the
ideal platform for people who want to know more about their
vehicle's performance, improve their driving, or have peace of mind
knowing they can reach Hum's 24/7 roadside assistance at the press
of a button."
Hum is compatible with more than 150 million passenger vehicles,
1996 and newer on the road today. For pricing and information,
please visit a Verizon Wireless retail store or www.hum.com.
Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ), headquartered in
New York City, has a diverse
workforce of 160,900 and generated nearly $126 billion in 2016 revenues. Verizon operates
America's most reliable wireless network, with 114.2 million retail
connections nationwide. The company also provides communications
and entertainment services over mobile broadband and the nation's
premier all-fiber network, and delivers integrated business
solutions to customers worldwide.
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Media Contact:
Susan Arnold
Weber Shandwick for Verizon Telematics
617-520-7090
sarnold@webershandwick.com
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