Cell Phone Early Termination Fees Eliminated!

    Consumer Cellular to Offer AARP's Nearly 40 Million Members Cell Phone

Plans That Set Higher Benchmarks for the Industry, Including Making

Available Cell Phone Contracts Which Eliminate Early Termination Fees







    WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 /EMWNews/ -- AARP Services announced

today a new relationship with Consumer Cellular that will provide

affordable, flexible cell phone plans for AARP members. The relationship

was established after AARP challenged the telecom industry to develop cell

phone plans that eliminate early termination fees, long-term contracts and

mandatory binding arbitration. Consumer Cellular was selected because the

company was able to meet AARP's rigorous business and policy standards for

the telecom industry.







    



    "AARP has used the power of its nearly 40 million members to help

influence the telecom market and improve cell phone plans for our members,"

said Bill Novelli, CEO of AARP. "These cell phone plans provide affordable

and flexible terms that serve the needs of our members."







    The features of the new plans include:



    -- A five percent discount on monthly access and airtime usage rates

for AARP members,



    -- 30 percent discount on some accessories,



    -- A 45-day extended trial period for new AARP subscribers and plans

starting as low as $10 per month,



    -- No early termination fees, no long-term contracts (cancelable at

anytime) and no mandatory binding arbitration in customer contracts,



    -- Unlocked phones (phone can be used on other carriers' networks),



    -- Flexible billing cycle where a member can change rate plans mid

month without penalty,



    -- Phone number portability,



    -- Phones that are hearing aid compatible.







    "Consumer Cellular recognizes that many mature adults don't want to

deal with the high monthly fees and long-term contracts associated with

traditional mobile plans," said Consumer Cellular CEO John Marick. "AARP

members can now enjoy wireless service with confidence through simple,

low-cost phones and plans, without having to sign an intimidating

contract."







    To learn more about the new plans, AARP members can visit

http://www.ConsumerCellular.com/AARP to sign up for a low-cost cellular service

plan and have a free phone shipped directly to them. A five percent

discount will automatically be applied to the access and airtime usage

charges on each AARP member's monthly Consumer Cellular bill.



    Consumer Cellular guarantees AARP member satisfaction and provides an

AARP member customer support line staffed with representatives located in

the United States. A risk-free trial is offered that includes a full refund

for cancellation in the first 45 days or before the use of 45 minutes.







    ABOUT AARP



    AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization that helps

people 50+ have independence, choice and control in ways that are

beneficial and affordable to them and society as a whole. AARP does not

endorse candidates for public office or make contributions to either

political campaigns or candidates. We produce AARP The Magazine, the

definitive voice for 50+ Americans and the world's largest-circulation

magazine with over 33 million readers; AARP Bulletin, the go-to news source

for AARP's nearly 40 million members and Americans 50+; AARP Segunda

Juventud, the only bilingual U.S. publication dedicated exclusively to the

50+ Hispanic community; and our website, AARP.org. AARP Foundation is an

affiliated charity that provides security, protection, and empowerment to

older persons in need with support from thousands of volunteers, donors,

and sponsors. We have staffed offices in all 50 states, the District of

Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.







    ABOUT AARP SERVICES INC.



    AARP Services Inc., founded in 1999, is a wholly owned subsidiary of

AARP. AARP Services manages the wide range of products and services that

are offered as benefits to AARP's nearly 40 million members. The offers

span health products, travel and leisure products, and life event services.

Specific products include Medicare supplemental insurance; member discounts

on rental cars, cruises, vacation packages and lodging; special offers on

technology and gifts; pharmacy services; legal services; and long-term care

insurance. AARP Services founded AARP Financial Incorporated, a subsidiary

that manages financial products that carry the AARP name, including AARP

Funds. AARP Services develops new products, manages and markets products

and services, and creates and maintains sponsorship and other

relationships.







    ABOUT CONSUMER CELLULAR



    Consumer Cellular was founded in 1995 on the belief that everyone

should have affordable access to the safety and convenience of cellular

service. The Company provides its customers with simple, affordable cell

phones and calling plans, guaranteed satisfaction, and top-ranked customer

support staff all located within the United States. Plus, Consumer Cellular

customers never have to sign a long-term contract in order to start

service.







    The Portland, Ore.-based company is privately held and utilizes the

nation's largest voice and data network, covering more than 296 million

people - or 97 percent of the U.S. population. As one of the nation's

leading wireless wholesalers, Consumer Cellular is able to purchase

wireless service in large volumes, providing its customers with the best of

both worlds: great low rates and the best cellular network available. For

more information: https://www.ConsumerCellular.com/AARP or call

800-686-4460.