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U.S. Cellular survey reveals top reasons mobile vacationers use devices while traveling As the temperatures rise, people look forward to the annual family vacation, often the highlight of the summer. Thanks to advances in mobile technology, travelers can find new ways to use their mobile device to simplify and enhance their vacation experience. A recent survey by U.S. Cellular found that three in five customers, or “Mobile Vacationers,” use their mobile device to help plan or take a vacation. U.S. Cellular wireless users indicated that keeping in touch with loved ones was driving this mobile usage, along with wanting to share travel experiences and planning travel. Based on these insights from “Mobile Vacationers,” a smartphone or tablet can be an essential part of the traveler’s toolkit. “Summer vacations are a time to create memories, and your mobile device can make it easy for you to share these memories and stay connected,” said Dana Dorcas, director of sales for U.S. Cellular i

By Dana Dorcas, director of sales for U.S. Cellular in the Mid-Atlantic Life's moving faster than ever before, and our mobile devices must keep pace with our hectic lives. Now, 4G LTE speeds and cutting-edge devices provide significantly faster connections, along with better performance, capabilities and services.  U.S. Cellular (NYSE: USM) brought 4G LTE service to select cities in Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia in 2012 to elevate their customers' wireless experience and simplify and enhance the way they access information. But it’s not just consumers who can realize the benefits of 4G LTE; it offers huge advantages for area businesses. A recent survey reported by management consultant company Arthur D. Little found that when using 4G LTE in the workplace, 67 percent of U.S. organizations have seen increased productivity, 47 percent cut costs, and 39 percent won more business. More than 75 percent also said 4G LTE helped their organizations innovate and better compe

Discount Plan Offers Consumers a Choice of More Than 14,000 Optical Stores Nationwide DentalPlans.com announced today the addition of EyeBenefits Discount Vision Program to the company’s offerings. DentalPlans.com has long been the leading retailer of dental savings plans and the addition of EyeBenefits is the second vision discount plan offered to its members. “We are excited to offer members and the general public, a vision savings plan to help them save on routine eye exams, eyewear, contact lenses, even LASIK surgery,” said Carla Hudson, chief marketing officer for DentalPlans.com. “With more than 14,000 optical store locations nationwide, EyeBenefits is an ideal partner, providing our members with the choice and savings they are looking for.”   EyeBenefits Discount Vision Plans offer members up to 20 percent off eyeglass examinations, up to 30 percent off contact examinations, 15 to 50 percent off frames and up to 20 percent off contact lenses. EyeBenefits has also par

U.S. Cellular (NYSE: USM) continues to invest in its high-speed 4G LTE network with a new cell tower in Westover. The site will increase U.S. Cellular’s coverage in the Westover area and parts of downtown Morgantown. It is one of more than 250 towers U.S. Cellular has built across the state. “With 4G LTE speeds, you can quickly get what you want when you need it,” said Dana Dorcas, director of sales for U.S. Cellular in the Mid-Atlantic. “We’re committed to delivering products and services that simplify and enhance our customers’ daily lives, and this new tower will help customers stay connected to friends and family.” Customers enjoy faster web browsing and quick app downloads with access to 4G LTE speeds that are up to 10 times faster than 3G and similar to a cable Internet connection. 4G LTE speeds allow customers to begin watching a movie in seconds, enjoy smoother video streaming with little to no buffering and experience seamless video chatting with family or business collea

DentalPlans.com Raises Awareness of the Importance of Women’s Oral Health If you are looking to make your mom smile for Mother’s Day, look no further. DentalPlans.com asks you to pin what you want to give to your mom for Mother’s Day and get a chance to win it for free, by visiting DentalPlans.com’s Pinterest Page at pinterest.com/dentalplans *. Through the contest wants to reward Moms for taking care of the family’s oral health needs and also wants to raise awareness of the importance for women’s oral health. Women may be more susceptible to oral health problems from dental plaque buildup due to their unique hormonal influences and cycles, according to the American Academy of Periodontology. Hormonal changes occur throughout a woman's life, and related to these hormonal flunctuations are changes in oral health. Puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause all can have an effect on a woman's oral health. Some women will experience oral changes that can include bright r

Device Line-up Includes New Samsung GALAXY® S 4 Smartphone U.S. Cellular (NYSE: USM) announced that starting May 1, 2013, it began offering its postpaid service in 47 Sam’s Club locations across 14 states, including the location in Hagerstown at 1700 Wesel Blvd. Sam’s Club members can now purchase U.S. Cellular’s value-packed plans and a range of eight cutting-edge devices, which includes the new Samsung GALAXY S® 4. “When customers shop for wireless service, they value having choices in where they shop and bringing our postpaid service to Sam’s Club in Hagerstown provides their members with a new option,” said Dana Dorcas, director of sales for U.S. Cellular in the Mid-Atlantic. “We look forward to showing Sam’s Club members that a better relationship with their wireless carrier is possible by providing the best customer experience and treating our customers like neighbors, not numbers.” Members who purchase U.S. Cellular postpaid service at Sam’s Club will experience all of th

On Earth Day — and every day — U.S. Cellular associates are committed to improving our communities through volunteerism. In celebration of Earth Day 2013, the U.S. Cellular associates in Princeton volunteered to clean up Princeton City Park on April 22. Associates enjoyed working together to help maintain the park for local children and families. U.S. Cellular also keeps the environment in mind at its retail stores, which have been equipped with energy-efficient ceramic metal halide lighting that reduces energy consumption by 25 percent as compared to traditional halogen lighting. Additionally, more than 90 percent of all computers, equipment and appliances in U.S. Cellular stores are ENERGY STAR products designed to reduce environmental impacts caused by excessive energy use. Products with recycled content, such as carpet, ceilings and furniture, are also used to furnish all stores. Photo caption: Pictured left to right – U.S. Cellular Associates Trenton Maynard, service tech;

Mobile devices are like mini computers. Conducting a simple check-up on your mobile device once in a while can maximize its functionality and help you get the most out of your phone or tablet. That’s why U.S. Cellular is offering a free Device Workshop to help wireless users clean up, organize and personalize their device to meet their needs. Current or potential smartphone and tablet users can learn about the features, tips and tricks of their specific device. At the workshop, U.S. Cellular associates will offer attendees hands-on assistance to get the most out of the features on their Android™-powered, Windows™ Phone and BlackBerry® devices, such as the new Samsung Galaxy S® 4. “Your phone can simplify and enhance your life, which is why U.S. Cellular provides a high-speed nationwide network and the latest phones and tablets. Ensuring every customer knows how to get the most out of their device is just one of the ways we provide the best customer experience,” said Dana Dorcas, d

Mobile devices are like mini computers. Conducting a simple check-up on your mobile device once in a while can maximize its functionality and help you get the most out of your phone or tablet. That’s why U.S. Cellular is offering a free Device Workshop to help wireless users clean up, organize and personalize their device to meet their needs. Current or potential smartphone and tablet users can learn about the features, tips and tricks of their specific device. At the workshop, U.S. Cellular associates will offer attendees hands-on assistance to get the most out of the features on their Android™-powered, Windows™ Phone and BlackBerry® devices, such as the new Samsung Galaxy S® 4. “Your phone can simplify and enhance your life, which is why U.S. Cellular provides a high-speed nationwide network and the latest phones and tablets. Ensuring every customer knows how to get the most out of their device is just one of the ways we provide the best customer experience,” said Dana Dorcas, d

Mobile devices are like mini computers. Conducting a simple check-up on your mobile device once in a while can maximize its functionality and help you get the most out of your phone or tablet. That’s why U.S. Cellular is offering a free Device Workshop to help wireless users clean up, organize and personalize their device to meet their needs. Current or potential smartphone and tablet users can learn about the features, tips and tricks of their specific device. At the workshop, U.S. Cellular associates will offer attendees hands-on assistance to get the most out of the features on their Android™-powered, Windows™ Phone and BlackBerry® devices, such as the new Samsung Galaxy S® 4. “Your phone can simplify and enhance your life, which is why U.S. Cellular provides a high-speed nationwide network and the latest phones and tablets. Ensuring every customer knows how to get the most out of their device is just one of the ways we provide the best customer experience,” said Dana Dorcas, d

Mobile devices are like mini computers. Conducting a simple check-up on your mobile device once in a while can maximize its functionality and help you get the most out of your phone or tablet. That’s why U.S. Cellular is offering a free Device Workshop to help wireless users clean up, organize and personalize their device to meet their needs. Current or potential smartphone and tablet users can learn about the features, tips and tricks of their specific device. At the workshop, U.S. Cellular associates will offer attendees hands-on assistance to get the most out of the features on their Android™-powered, Windows™ Phone and BlackBerry® devices, such as the new Samsung Galaxy S® 4. “Your phone can simplify and enhance your life, which is why U.S. Cellular provides a high-speed nationwide network and the latest phones and tablets. Ensuring every customer knows how to get the most out of their device is just one of the ways we provide the best customer experience,” said Dana Dorcas, d