U.S. Cellular to Launch LTE Services

Good news for customers of the U.S. Cellular carrier! It was announced today in a press release by U.S. Cellular that they will be rolling out LTE services and 4G-enabled devices in time for the holidays. The initial rollout will target selected cities in Iowa, Wisconsin, Maine, North Carolina, Texas and Oklahoma, specifically Milwaukee, Madison and Racine, Wis.; Des Moines, Cedar Rapids and Davenport, Iowa; Portland and Bangor, Maine; and Greenville, N.C.

U.S. Cellular has declined to name any specific 4G-enabled device but did say that they had a portfolio of said devices lined up in time for the launch of their new service. U.S. Cellular will be introducing the 4G-enabled devices during their first phase and details on the next phases will be announced at a later date.

“With 4G LTE, our customers will have faster connections to the people, information and entertainment that enhance their lives and help them stay organized,” said Mary N. Dillon, president and CEO of U.S. Cellular. “In addition to our line-up of cutting-edge devices, customers who switch to U.S. Cellular get unique benefits like faster phone upgrades without continuously signing contracts, and join the happiest customers in wireless.”

U.S. Cellular will also continue to expand its offerings throughout 2012.