ALLTEL
The old Alltel network has been divided into
3 pieces with parts going to AT&T, Verizon Wireless and ATN. The parts acquired by ATN will continue
to operate under the "Alltel Wireless"
name. You can check in which counties service is
affected on the Alltel Divested Map. Alltel customers who have had their account
taken over by ATN should see little change.
Their current plans will be maintained including
"My Circle". ATN will continue to offer competitively-priced
plans and excellent coverage including while
roaming. Customer service should continue
to be good and most existing Alltel stores
in ATN areas will remain. However, if you
are accustomed to visiting an Alltel store
outside of the "new" Alltel service
area, it may no longer be available. You
will still be able to use your Alltel phone
all across the country with excellent coverage
and reliable data service. Alltel users currently
have Verizon Wireless customers as part of
their "Mobile-to-Mobile" family.
Alltel phones with a current PRL prefer the Verizon network when roaming. We are following developments of the acquisitions
on the Mountain Wireless News Blog.
Pros: Good coverage, very good prices, a
variety of plans, good customer service,
good broadband services including while roaming,
a good selection of phones and very good
roaming coverage.
Cons: The uncertainty of the transition to
another company is a little unsettling, but
for most customers, service will improve.
There may be fewer Alltel retail locations.
Roaming is becoming a concern on the smaller
Alltel network, especially with air cards.
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