Remodeled Verizon Plus Store Offers Customers More Hands-On Experiences

TAMPA, Fla. – November 17, 2010 –

Product demonstrations, local dignitaries and a Verizon Foundation grant to help with the prevention of domestic violence will headline the grand reopening of the newly remodeled Verizon Plus store on Fowler Ave. on Thursday (Nov. 18).

In addition to product demonstrations, the 11 a.m. ribbon-cutting ceremony will also feature the presentation of a $15,000 grant from the Verizon Foundation to Are You Safe to help extend the range of legal services provided to individuals and families affected by domestic violence.  Are You Safe was established this year by Tampa attorney and domestic violence survivor Natalie Baird.  The organization offers a wealth of services for survivors of domestic violence, including court advocacy to aid women in their transition from victims to survivors.  In addition, Are You Safe offers services geared toward individual economic empowerment, helping survivors gain future independence.

The Verizon store, located at 2831 E. Fowler Ave., is the second of two stores in Tampa to be recast to provide customers with as many hands-on experiences as possible, from witnessing the recently introduced FiOS Flex View multi-screen service and the speed of FiOS Internet to the impressive capabilities of the Verizon Wireless Droid Smartphones and the new tablets offered by Verizon.  The first remodeled Plus store in the Tampa Bay area opened last week in Carrollwood.  The remaining eight Bay Area Plus stores will be remodeled and available to the public throughout 2011.

"Seeing is believing, and, with that in mind, consumers will be able to visit these new stores and see for themselves what makes the services offered by Verizon and Verizon Wireless so much better," said Michelle Robinson, Verizon's Southeast region president. 

"More and more, we are leveraging the strength and capacity of two great networks - FiOS and Verizon Wireless - to bring consumers converged services in their home, in their office or on the road.  It's a broadband services experience unmatched by any other provider in the market and people can experience that first-hand at these new Plus stores," Robinson said.

The reopening celebration will continue after Wednesday's event.  Verizon, the lead sponsor of University of South Florida's athletics program, will host a USF pep rally from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday (Nov. 19), featuring a radio remote, parking lot games, gifts for those attending, and ticket giveaways for USF football and basketball. 

The Verizon Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Verizon Communications, awards grants each year to organizations working to foster awareness and prevention of domestic violence in Florida.

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ), headquartered in New York, is a global leader in delivering broadband and other wireless and wireline communications services to mass market, business, government and wholesale customers.  Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, serving more than 93 million customers nationwide.  Verizon also provides converged communications, information and entertainment services over America's most advanced fiber-optic network, and delivers innovative, seamless business solutions to customers around the world.  A Dow 30 company, Verizon employs a diverse workforce of more than 195,000 and last year generated consolidated revenues of more than $107 billion.  For more information, visit www.verizon.com.

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Verizon Offers Additional Rewards for Internet, TV and Voice Bundles

NEW YORK – October 20, 2010 –

Verizon's FiOS and High Speed Internet service bundles now come with an additional reward: a Verizon Visa® prepaid card worth up to $200 toward the purchase of a new DROID smartphone of the customer's choice.

"We're enhancing the value for our TV and broadband customers by adding another screen to their viewing options with this DROID smartphone offer," said Mike Ritter, Verizon's chief marketing officer for consumer wireline and business services. "FiOS customers can now enjoy their favorite movies and photos, plus more, on their TV, laptop, home computer and DROID screen, with the crystal-clear programming of Verizon's fiber-to-the-home network and the largest, most reliable wireless 3G network.

"HSI-bundle subscribers can also use their new DROID to tune in to outstanding mobile viewing opportunities offered by DIRECTV® as well as other video services like YouTube," Ritter added. "The mobile video experiences we are creating through Verizon's advanced fiber and wireless networks are on a steady path of continual enhancement and will only become more versatile in the months ahead."

A Verizon Visa prepaid card issued by Meta BankTM is available for customers choosing either FiOS or HSI copper-line-based bundles, including all quad-, triple- and double-play bundles.

In addition, Verizon announced that quad-play bundles of Internet, TV, home phone and wireless service are now available in all Verizon landline service areas, with the expansion of the bundles to the company's markets in California, Florida and Texas. (To view a news release containing more details, click here.)

New Verizon customers who sign up for FiOS TV and Internet service will receive a $200 reward card that can be used for the DROID phone of their choice when they add FiOS home phone service to two-year triple-play bundles starting at $90 a month and add a qualifying Verizon Wireless calling plan. That represents an additional $9.99-a-month discount off the same FiOS bundle. Verizon Wireless voice plans start at $39.99 a month with the FiOS bundles, and unlimited wireless data plans are available for $29.99 a month, with a two-year commitment.

New FiOS customers get an additional discount of $5 a month for 24 months off the price of a triple-play bundle when they sign up online.

FiOS customers adding either new TV or new Internet service to a double-, triple- or quad-play bundle are eligible for a $100 reward card.

The $200 reward card, which can be redeemed anywhere Visa debit cards are accepted, also is available with new triple-play bundles of Verizon HSI, Freedom Essentials calling plan and DIRECTV® CHOICE XTRATM, starting at $99.99 a month for a year. Customers who add new HSI to their Verizon voice service, or add voice service to their existing HSI service to create a new double-play bundle will be eligible for a $100 reward card. They can also get a $100 reward card if they add a new wireless plan to their existing double bundle of HSI and voice service.

All FiOS bundles come with Verizon's 30-day Worry-Free Guarantee allowing customers to cancel their service within 30 days of the date of activation, with no termination fee, if they are not completely satisfied. 

All bundles that include Verizon Wireless require ONE-BILL®, which combines charges for all Verizon services onto one monthly statement. There are numerous options for these bundles, based on the Verizon Wireless calling plan chosen, by state and by broadband eligibility.

Further details on the Verizon bundle plans are available by calling 1-800-VERIZON (1-800-837-4966).

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ), headquartered in New York, is a global leader in delivering broadband and other wireless and wireline communications services to mass market, business, government and wholesale customers.  Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, serving more than 92 million customers nationwide.  Verizon also provides converged communications, information and entertainment services over America's most advanced fiber-optic network, and delivers innovative, seamless business solutions to customers around the world.  A Dow 30 company, Verizon last year generated consolidated revenues of more than $107 billion.  For more information, visit www.verizon.com.

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Verizon Offers Free Calls to Japan From March 11 to April 10

NEW YORK – March 14, 2011 –

To help its customers contact loved ones in the aftermath of Japan's devastating earthquake and tsunami, Verizon is enabling most wireless and residential customers to make free calls to Japan through April 10.

All Verizon Wireless post-paid customers will receive free calling to Japan from March 11 through April 10.  Post-paid customers are those who receive a monthly bill from the company.  In addition, Verizon Wireless post-paid customers will receive free text and multimedia messaging to Japan for the same time period.

Verizon Wireless has also made it easy for customers to text donations to a host of nonprofit organizations responding to the earthquake and subsequent tsunami.  Customers can easily make a $10 donation by simply sending a text message and may choose from nine organizations aiding those in need in Japan. 

All calls made from a Verizon residential landline to Japan will be rated at $0.00 per minute, from March 11 through April 10.  Customers with Verizon World Plan (300, 500 or unlimited minutes of long-distance calling) can call Japan without using any minutes from their time-allotment blocks.

Additionally, Verizon Prepaid Phone Card charges for all long-distance calls placed to Japan from the U.S will also be waived from March 11 until April 10.

The company is also providing FiOS TV customers who are not subscribed to TV Japan with free access to the channel, through March 17.  The channel location is 1770. 

* Only long-distance usage charges associated with calls made from residential landlines terminating to wireline or wireless destinations in Japan will be waived from Mar. 11 - April 10.  All other fees including taxes, surcharges, monthly recurring charges (MRCs), minimum spend levels (MSLs), monthly minimum charges (MMCs), etc will continue to apply.  Post-paid calling card charges to Japan will also be waived.

** If long distance calling fees were charged, credits will be issued in a future bill statement.

Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, NASDAQ:VZ), headquartered in New York, is a global leader in delivering broadband and other wireless and wireline communications services to mass market, business, government and wholesale customers.  Verizon Wireless operates America's most reliable wireless network, serving 94.1 million customers nationwide.  Verizon also provides converged communications, information and entertainment services over America's most advanced fiber-optic network, and delivers innovative, seamless business solutions to customers around the world.  A Dow 30 company, Verizon employs a diverse workforce of more than 194,000 and last year generated consolidated revenues of $106.6 billion.  For more information, visit verizon.com/news.

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Verizon�s My Fabulous Quince Contest Offers Teens The Opportunity To Win A Quincea�era Of Their Dreams

Verizon?s My Fabulous Quince Contest Offers Teens The Opportunity To Win A Quincea?era Of Their Dreams

Latin Music Hottest New Artist, Prince Royce, to Perform at Grand Prize Winner?s Party

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BASKING RIDGE, NJ — From July 1 through August 31, teens across the United States will have the chance to enter to win the Quince of their dreams as part of Verizon’s My Fabulous Quince contest.  Eligible teens from 13 participating cities and surrounding areas (Los Angeles, San Diego, Fresno, El Paso, San Antonio, Houston, Dallas, Tampa, Miami, Albuquerque, Secaucus, Chicago and Washington, D.C.) can participate by submitting an essay online or at Verizon Wireless My Fabulous Quince expos.  For details, visit: http://www.myfabulousquince.com.  Thirteen winners will receive an all-expenses-paid Quince, as well as a college scholarship and Verizon products.

“At Verizon, we recognize that our customers celebrate different types of traditions.  The Quince tradition marks a coming of age milestone for a young lady and has long been celebrated by Latino families across the United States.  Although generally celebrated for girls, there are more 15-year-old boys celebrating this cultural event.” said Elva Lima, executive director of community relations and multicultural communications at Verizon Wireless.  “This contest will give a young lady or man the Quince of their dreams.  We encourage teens of all backgrounds to join us by participating in My Fabulous Quince.”

Contest Entry, Selection Process and Prizes

Following the contest entry phase, 20 finalists will be selected from each of the 13 participating cities.  From September 8 through 22, consumers can vote online or text in their vote for their favorite finalist.  The finalist with the highest number of votes will win the grand prize, consisting of an all-expenses-paid Quince for up to 200 guests, a $5,000 college scholarship, three Verizon smartphones and an exclusive performance by multi-platinum recording artist Prince Royce who will sing his greatest hits including: “Stand By Me,” “Corazón Sin Cara” and “Mi Ultima Carta.”

“I’m excited to be part of Verizon’s My Fabulous Quince and to be able to make one of my fan’s dreams come true,” said Prince Royce.  “Growing up, I enjoyed going to Quinceañeras, and this time around I’ll have the chance to share that special moment with the grand prize winner.”

The top finalist in each of the remaining 12 cities will receive a first prize package, which includes a Quince for 100 guests with all expenses covered by Verizon, as well as a $2,500 college scholarship and a Verizon smartphone. 

Quince Expos and Prince Royce Meet & Greets

Teens and their families around the country will also have the chance to get up close and personal with Prince Royce at the My Fabulous Quince expos at select Verizon Wireless stores and through the new Prince Royce app, available to Verizon Wireless customers. 

Quince expos and Prince Royce meet-and-greets will take place in the following cities. For times and event details, visit: http://www.myfabulousquince.com:

Expo attendees will receive tips on how to plan a Quince celebration on any budget, as well as exclusive offers from local vendors.  In addition, attendees can donate no-longer-used wireless phones to HopeLine® from Verizon to help support victims of domestic violence and help protect the environment by disposing of wireless phones in an environmentally sound way.  Attendees who make a donation to HopeLine® from Verizon will receive a VIP pass, which will guarantee them access to meet Prince Royce at the My Fabulous Quince expos. 

The Prince Royce app with the latest Prince Royce news, audio, video and information on the My Fabulous Quince contest and expos is now available to download from Android Market™ for Verizon Wireless customers with 4G LTE Android™ smartphones and select 3G Android mobile devices.  For more information about Verizon’s My Fabulous Quince, including contest rules, eligibility and Quince expos, please visit http://www.myfabulousquince.com. 

About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless operates the nation’s fastest, most advanced 4G network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves 104 million total wireless connections, including more than 88 million retail customers.  Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 85,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD).  For more information, visit www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia. 

About Prince Royce
Breakthrough Latin recording artist Prince Royce has exploded into the mainstream with his fresh urban approach to traditional bachata music, fusing Tropical Latin with contemporary R&B and pop rhythms. Royce’s self-titled debut album, released in 2010, has been certified double platinum, while garnering a 2010 Latin Grammy® nomination, three 2011 Premio Lo Nuestro Awards and four 2011 Latin Billboard Awards. "Prince Royce" became the #1 Latin album in the country, more than a year after its release, marking an unprecedented achievement for a developing Latin music artist. Royce’s first single, a bilingual bachata cover of the 1961 Ben E. King classic, “Stand By Me,” reached the #1 position on the Billboard Tropical Airplay chart; and his second single, “Corazón Sin Cara,” written by Royce himself, fared even better, shooting up to #1 on Billboard’s Latin Songs chart.

The artist has had two sold-out tours in Europe, one in the U.S., and has been invited by Enrique Iglesias to be a special guest on his fall 2011 tour of North America. Royce has recently entered into an exclusive, long-term, worldwide recording deal with Atlantic Records via a joint venture with Top Stop Music to release his next albums in English and Spanish.

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