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Verizon drives in 2 new era
Tim Green Aug 14 2007, 12:30pm
Verizon has re-engineered its mobile web service with new features and channels.
The mobile web 2.0 re-skin brings in features including:
· New content channels – local, connect, tools, commute, and money
· New search functionality allowing both keyword and local search
· Improved graphics with photo links and refined features improve cursor discovery and location
· Dropdown headlines – allowing customers to select up to seven headlines, for faster access to articles
· 10 button navigation
· Numbered article and information pages for one-click access
· Navigational shortcut dropdown menus
· Improved content placement
Customers can still access e-mail, news, sports, weather, and information content providers, including ESPN, Bank of America, USA TODAY and MapQuest.
Lee Daniels, VP of consumer product development for Verizon Wireless, said: "The redesign of Mobile Web 2.0 is another example of how we consistently strive to further enhance and simplify our customers' wireless experience. Customer choice, easy navigation and usability are critical factors that help shape the success of a mobile data service in the marketplace."
Verizon customers with mobile web 2.0-capable handsets automatically view the new redesigned portal when they navigate to the web.
Mobile Web 2.0 is available for $5.00 monthly access, plus airtime, if purchased as a standalone service from the phone. Customers can register for it by visiting the news and info category under the Get It Now menu on their phones
