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Pokémon Go has exploded in the U.S. recently. You can see people playing the game everywhere, unfortunately even in places and situations that are inappropriate. July is National Cellphone Courtesy Month, and with the release of Pokémon Go, there is a unique opportunity to ensure smartphone users are aware of common etiquette tips while still enjoying their devices. U.S. Cellular has spotlighted the most common mobile device etiquette breaches and offered smartphone users a few easy tips to avoid them. A few to keep in mind, especially when playing Pokémon Go: -       Be aware of your surroundings. o   Some places are inappropriate for playing games, such as cemeteries, places of worship, hospitals and other solemn occasions. o   Stay away from areas that you wouldn’t normally feel safe. o   Be mindful of how you appear playing the game and where you play. Remember, not everyone is acquainted with the game. -       If you are going into a store or restaurant while playing, it may

U.S. Cellular has added additional mobile charging stations and Wi-Fi hot spots based on community needs at the command centers in Rainelle, White Sulphur Springs and at Midland Trail High School in Hico.   Earlier this week the company provided disaster relief kits containing car and wall chargers, remote backup battery back ups for communities in Greenbrier and Rupert.   In an effort to aid residents affected by flooding, U.S. Cellular is donating $5,000 to the American Red Cross for relief efforts.   U.S. Cellular is offering phone charging, “loaner” cell phones and Wi-Fi access at retail locations in Beckley, Fayetteville, Lewisburg and Summersville in West Virginia and Covington, Virginia.   Residents can contact loved ones and make phone calls at the following locations: Ansted Baptist Church Shelter 146 Holley St Ansted, WV 25812 Rainelle Command Center NEW* (in Kroger Parking lot) 406 John Raine Drive Rainelle, WV 25962 White Sulphur Springs C

In an effort to aid residents affected by flooding, U.S. Cellular is donating $5,000 to the American Red Cross for relief efforts.   U.S. Cellular is also offering phone charging, “loaner” cell phones and Wi-Fi access at locations in Beckley, Fayetteville, Lewisburg and Summersville in West Virginia and Covington, Virginia.   Associates are also traveling to other areas to serve people including Ansted Baptist Church Shelter and Richwood Volunteer Fire Department (WV). Residents can contact loved ones and make phone calls at the following locations: Ansted Baptist Church Shelter NEW* 146 Holley St Ansted, WV 25812 (304) 658-4321 Richwood Volunteer Fire Department (Charging truck in route) NEW* 10 White Ave.   Richwood, WV 26261 We R Wireless (An authorized U.S. Cellular agent location)  NEW* U.S. Cellular Authorized Agent - We R Wireless 919 S. Craig Avenue Covington, VA 24426 Phone: (540) 965-1152 M-F 10 am – 8 pm, Sat 10 am – 6 pm, Sun 1 – 5p

Happy Selfie Day! ROANOKE, Va. (June 21, 2016) – Nearly everyone carries a digital camera in his or her pocket capable of creating higher resolution photos than expensive digital SLR cameras sold a dozen years ago. According to a recent U.S. Cellular survey,* 81 percent of smartphone owners take photos with their device and a growing number (65 percent) are using their devices to access social media on a daily basis, allowing them to share those images with friends and family.    Yet even with the availability of smart devices such as Apple’s iPhone 6s, Samsung’s Galaxy 7 and LG’s G5, and tablets such as the various iPads and Samsung Galaxy Tabs, that are packed with high resolution cameras and software to improve picture-taking, all too often the results could be better. “Technological improvements in the past few years have transformed photography for the masses much the same way George Eastman’s Kodak Brownie cameras did at the turn of the 20 th

  Internet Safety Month Serves as Reminder for Parents to Foster Behavior that Leads to Safe Online Experiences ROANOKE, Va. (June 13, 2016) –The Internet can be intimidating with headlines about hackers, cyberbullying and phishing scams. June is National Internet Safety Month, giving parents the opportunity to talk to their kids about these issues and the importance of safe Internet use. According to a 2015 Pew Research Center study, 92 percent of teens report going online daily, with 24 percent noting they go online “almost constantly.” While devices such as the iPhone 6s and iPad Pro help families feel secure and stay connected, users of these high-tech devices need to know how to avoid compromising their personal safety online, and parents can play a key role in guiding mobile usage. According to a recent U.S. Cellular survey 1 , the average age a child is getting their first phone is 13, with safety cited as the main reason. Seventy percent of respo

  ROANOKE, Va. (May 23, 2016) – With Memorial Day at the end of the week and AAA predicting a record 38 million* people packing their bags to kick off the summer travel season-- things may get a little hectic. This year, smartphone users are putting wireless devices to work to simplify their journey and keep on schedule. In fact, using these devices for travel purposes is on the rise. According to a recent U.S. Cellular survey, 76 percent¹ of smartphone owners used their phone to assist them while traveling in 2015, up from 68 percent in 2014. “People can manage transportation, lodging, adventures and meals from the palm of their hand,” said Nathan Waddell, director of sales for U.S. Cellular in Mid-South, “U.S. Cellular provides access to high-quality networks that keeps people connected in their backyard and across the country, while giving them up-to-the-minute knowledge to make more informed decisions and avoid travel hassles.” Although inconveniences like traffi