Cellular South To Offer Its Third Android™-Powered Smartphone - The HTC Desire™

Cellular South released the Android™ 2.1 mobile operating system software update for its popular HTC Hero™ advanced touchscreen smartphone. Cellular South was one of the first U.S. carriers to introduce an Andriod™-powered smartphone with the launch of the HTC Hero last November. The device already has become the company’s most popular smartphone. “We’re excited about this new software update for HTC Hero owners,” said Kevin Hankins, chief operating officer for Cellular South. “The update is loaded with a wide array of enhancements, updates and improvements to features and applications that make it an even more powerful and versatile advanced touchscreen smartphone device.”Customers are receiving e-mails and other communication from Cellular South with download instructions for the new HTC Hero software update. With the enhancements and new features in the Android 2.1 software update, Hankins said customers can expect improved performance from their HTC Hero. “This is the most comprehensive software update for Android smartphones yet and we fully expect users to quickly embrace all of the new features and functionality offered through this upgrade,” he said.

Coupled with Cellular South’s Smartphone Unlimited Plan, the best value for smartphones and the only one of its kind in the wireless industry, the enhanced user experience with the HTC Hero is now more accessible to individuals, families and businesses than ever before. For only $59.98 a month per line for two lines, customers can talk, text, access the mobile web and e-mail without worrying about counting minutes, megabytes or surprise bills. “Customers are saving thousands of dollars a year with our Smartphone Unlimited Plan compared to other leading competitor plans,” Hankins said. “We have broken down the barriers to having full access to the richest and simplest wireless experience – our value proposition is unmatched in the industry today.” The device also takes full advantage of Cellular South’s advanced 3G high-speed mobile broadband data network, the best in the industry. With better coverage, fewer dropped calls and more 3G high-speed data services than its competitors, Cellular South offers the best mobile broadband experience in the wireless industry for smartphone customers. “Our customers know they are going to get the most out of their Android-powered device with our superior 3G network and unique mobile Discover Center accessibility,” Hankins said.