Verizon Wireless, is the the largest mobile telecommunications network in the U.S., based on a total of 93.2 million subscribers, as of the third quarter of 2010. Formerly known as Bell Atlantic Corporation, Verizon was incorporated in 1983 under the laws of the State of Delaware. Verizon began doing business as Verizon on June 30, 2000 following its merger with GTE Corporation. Verizon Communications owns a controlling 55% interest in Verizon Wireless, and Vodafone owns the remaining 45%. Verizon Wireless provides wireless voice and data services across one of the most extensive wireless networks in the U.S. and has the largest third generation (3G) network of any U.S. wireless service provider. In addition, Verizon have begun the deployment in our network of a 4G technology, LTE, which provides higher data throughput performance and improved network efficiencies. As of December 31, 2010, this 4G LTE network was deployed in 38 major metropolitan areas and more than 60 commercial airports in the United States. Verizon expect to deploy 4G LTE in an additional 140 markets by the end of 2011 and in virtually our entire current 3G network footprint by the end of 2013. On February 10, 2011, Verizon began selling Apple's iPhone, ending AT&T's reign as its exclusive carrier. Verizon's most popular selling devices include the iPhone 4, iPad 2, "Motorola Droid 2 and Droid X, BlackBerry Curve, Motorola Xoom, and the Samsung Fascinate. Source: SEC Filings

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Analyst: AT&T, Sprint, Verizon among top 5 operators in mobile patents

AT&T Mobility, Sprint Nextel, Verizon Wireless and T-Mobile USA parent Deutsche Telekom were among the top five mobile operators worldwide in terms of patent filings, according to a report from industry analyst Chetan Sharma.

Verizon, AT&T, Sprint shrug at T-Mobile's new no-contract plans

Verizon Wireless, AT&T Mobility and Sprint Nextel seemed unfazed by T-Mobile USA's decision to do away with wireless contracts and CEO John Legere's vow to shake up the status quo.

Verizon to offer unlimited LTE on Google's new Chromebook for $9.99 per day

Google revealed how much Verizon Wireless' LTE connections will cost on its new high-end Chromebook Pixel laptop. The gadget stands as another mechanism for Verizon to sell data services, and highlights carriers' continuing efforts to encourage users to try wireless data on devices beyond smartphones.

Unraveling the promise of VoLTE

As LTE network buildouts accelerate, many operators are now turning their attention to VoLTE. I recently talked with Nicola Palmer, CTO of Verizon Wireless, and she was adamant that the company will deploy VoLTE later this year or early in 2014. Although she didn't provide a lot of details, she said that the company's VoLTE service would incorporate Rich Communications Services, or RCS, and customers would be able to access VoLTE when they travel.

Verizon to preload PlayPhone's Game Portal onto all new Android devices

Verizon and PlayPhone unveiled Game Portal, a new social gaming platform that will be preloaded onto all new Verizon Android smartphones starting in the second quarter. 

FCC's Genachowski to step down; Clyburn, Wheeler, Strickling floated as replacements

FCC Chairman Julius Genachowski said he still step down from his post in the coming weeks after nearly four years as the chief of the commission. His announcement ends months of speculation about if or when he would depart and comes just days after his colleague, Republican Commissioner Robert McDowell, said he will also resign in the next few weeks.

BlackBerry 10 lands in U.S. as AT&T begins selling Z10

BlackBerry's Z10 smartphone, running on its new BlackBerry 10 platform, makes its debut today in the U.S. market in what could either be a renaissance for the company or a last gasp attempt to plot a comeback amid declining market share. 

Verizon challenges OTT rivals with cross-platform messaging

Verizon Wireless is overhauling its Verizon Messages service, enabling subscribers to send and receive text and multimedia messages across multiple device platforms.

Report: Vodafone would accept rating hit as price of M&A

Vodafone said it would be willing to accept a lower debt rating if a good merger or acquisition opportunity arose--a statement that analysts said signals the operator is under no pressure to sell its 45 per cent stake in Verizon Wireless.

Verizon pushes Android 4.2 Jelly Bean to Samsung's Galaxy Nexus

Verizon Wireless is updating Samsung Electronics' Galaxy Nexus smartphone to run Google's Android 4.2, a.k.a. Jelly Bean. The operator is pushing the over-the-air update to subscribers in phases over the days ahead.