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U.S. Cellular

Reviewed by

Kent German

on 06/06/2007

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U.S. Cellular is a regional carrier covering much of the Midwest.

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Reviewed by:
Kent German
Reviewed on: 06/06/2007
Updated on: 06/16/2009

Editors' note: Because evaluating wireless coverage requires experience with the network in a wide variety of physical locations, CNET does not rate wireless carriers. We can, however, tell you everything you need to know about the major carriers. We invite your feedback and ratings in our user opinions section--the more input we get from around the U.S., the better our users can evaluate coverage at a national level. For more carrier information, please see CNET's Quick Guide.

Based in Chicago, U.S. Cellular is a regional CDMA carrier serving 26 states in the Midwest, the Southeast, and the Northwest. Service is nationwide, but native coverage is only in the carrier's home area. In other places, you'll be roaming on Verizon's network, so it's not ideal for frequent travelers. The handset selection includes unique LG phones and BlackBerry devices. What's more, US Cellular is one of few carriers to offer Kyocera handsets. Added features include e-mail and messaging, push-to-talk services, GPS navigation, and various entertainment options.

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4 out of 4 people found this helpful

"Great regional coverage; no frills service"

by bt40170 on June 13, 2007
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"I LOVE THIS SERVICE!"

by KBurke02 on February 23, 2008
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1 out of 1 people found this helpful

"Best Plans for the family."

by wthbb on June 8, 2008
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"great costumer service, good network in rural areas."

by bonediggity on October 29, 2009
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by sibianu3k on October 29, 2009
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"Best wireless provider in my area"

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