PR Log - Dec 06, 2011 - U.S. Cellular offers apps for staying organized and on-budget
ROANOKE, Va. (Dec. 6, 2011) – As holiday shopping gets into full swing, research shows more shoppers are going mobile. It’s predicted that U.S. mobile shopping sales will reach $9 billion in 2011, with almost half of consumers planning to make mobile purchases this holiday season. To help mobile shoppers find the best deal, U.S. Cellular recommends cool apps available for download on its high-speed nationwide network and cutting-edge lineup of smartphones, all currently under $100.
“There are lots of apps on the Android Market™ to help you save money and stay organized, so smartphones are a must-have tool for holiday shopping this year” said Dee Taylor, director of sales for U.S. Cellular in the Mid-Atlantic. “Our associates are available to help you find a great deal on the device that best meets your needs, one of the reasons we have the happiest customers in wireless.”
Here are a few of the season’s most helpful apps and tips to help shoppers find everything on their list and save money in the process:
Compare prices on-the-go. Use the free Shop Savvy app to make sure you get the best deal in town. This app scans barcodes and checks prices on the same item in both local and online stores. Other features include contact info and maps to local stores that carry the item, plus easy-to-find coupon codes, rebates and weekend sales.
Set a budget and stick to it. To help manage finances, the Easy Envelope Budget Aid app tracks and categorizes spending and helps holiday shoppers stay on-budget. The app also provides detailed reports for budget planning and tracking.
Get a free smartphone and get rewarded. Since you are using your phone to find the best prices, why not get a deal on new smartphones for you and your family? Now is a great time to upgrade to the latest device and take advantage of free phone deals. U.S. Cellular has the only rewards program in wireless that gives customers a free phone now and points to get on their way to another free phone faster without a new contract. Customers also get points for paying their wireless bill on time, adding a line or referring friends and family.
Coupons made easy. With The Coupons App, shoppers get daily deals at their favorite stores and restaurants, and it also shows where to find the cheapest gas based on the user’s current location.
Mobile shopping by category. With Google Shopper™, mobile shoppers can find prices, reviews and specs on thousands of items, locate nearby stores that carry a certain product, scan barcodes to get more information about an item and even search for products by voice command.
Make a list and keep it handy. The free U.S. Cellular Family Organizer app helps manage shopping and to-do lists, plus coordinate and share family calendars. The app syncs with online calendars like Microsoft Outlook and is a great way to stay organized.
Trade-in your old cell phones for cash. A hidden source of cash just may be a used cell phone or tablet away. U.S. Cellular has announced its new Phone Trade-in Program where used wireless devices may be worth up to $150 in cash. Anyone can participate in the trade-in program. Just bring in your used cell phone or tablet from any carrier to any U.S. Cellular store or visit
“With quick and easy access to helpful apps and online shopping, people can stay connected and organized throughout the busy holiday season,” added Taylor.
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 http://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.
For more information:
For more information:
Melissa Watkins
Public Relations Counsel
Cell: 804-402-5316
melissawatkins@comcast.net
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ROANOKE, Va. (Dec. 6, 2011) – As holiday shopping gets into full swing, research shows more shoppers are going mobile. It’s predicted that U.S. mobile shopping sales will reach $9 billion in 2011, with almost half of consumers planning to make mobile purchases this holiday season. To help mobile shoppers find the best deal, U.S. Cellular recommends cool apps available for download on its high-speed nationwide network and cutting-edge lineup of smartphones, all currently under $100.
“There are lots of apps on the Android Market™ to help you save money and stay organized, so smartphones are a must-have tool for holiday shopping this year” said Dee Taylor, director of sales for U.S. Cellular in the Mid-Atlantic. “Our associates are available to help you find a great deal on the device that best meets your needs, one of the reasons we have the happiest customers in wireless.”
Here are a few of the season’s most helpful apps and tips to help shoppers find everything on their list and save money in the process:
Compare prices on-the-go. Use the free Shop Savvy app to make sure you get the best deal in town. This app scans barcodes and checks prices on the same item in both local and online stores. Other features include contact info and maps to local stores that carry the item, plus easy-to-find coupon codes, rebates and weekend sales.
Set a budget and stick to it. To help manage finances, the Easy Envelope Budget Aid app tracks and categorizes spending and helps holiday shoppers stay on-budget. The app also provides detailed reports for budget planning and tracking.
Get a free smartphone and get rewarded. Since you are using your phone to find the best prices, why not get a deal on new smartphones for you and your family? Now is a great time to upgrade to the latest device and take advantage of free phone deals. U.S. Cellular has the only rewards program in wireless that gives customers a free phone now and points to get on their way to another free phone faster without a new contract. Customers also get points for paying their wireless bill on time, adding a line or referring friends and family.
Coupons made easy. With The Coupons App, shoppers get daily deals at their favorite stores and restaurants, and it also shows where to find the cheapest gas based on the user’s current location.
Mobile shopping by category. With Google Shopper™, mobile shoppers can find prices, reviews and specs on thousands of items, locate nearby stores that carry a certain product, scan barcodes to get more information about an item and even search for products by voice command.
Make a list and keep it handy. The free U.S. Cellular Family Organizer app helps manage shopping and to-do lists, plus coordinate and share family calendars. The app syncs with online calendars like Microsoft Outlook and is a great way to stay organized.
Trade-in your old cell phones for cash. A hidden source of cash just may be a used cell phone or tablet away. U.S. Cellular has announced its new Phone Trade-in Program where used wireless devices may be worth up to $150 in cash. Anyone can participate in the trade-in program. Just bring in your used cell phone or tablet from any carrier to any U.S. Cellular store or visit
“With quick and easy access to helpful apps and online shopping, people can stay connected and organized throughout the busy holiday season,” added Taylor.
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 http://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.
For more information:
For more information:
Melissa Watkins
Public Relations Counsel
Cell: 804-402-5316
melissawatkins@comcast.net
- - -
Out Box specializes in creative Public Relations ideas that get results. From strategic planning, press release writing & media relations to generating positive news coverage that impacts your brand, image, products and the bottom line.
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