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In Brief: Verizon Wireless Expands 4G Network to Macomb

Macomb Township is one of 67 cities and towns in Michigan that will soon be part of the Verizon 4G LTE network.

Verizon Wireless will expand its 4G LTE network to Macomb Township and dozens of other Metro Detroit cities on Thursday.

The company announced its planned expansion to 67 Metro Detroit cities and towns on Feb. 15.

This expansion is the company's first since the initial 4G LTE launch in December 2010. According to the Verizon Wireless website, the 4G network will allow businesses and customers using Verizon to experience speeds up to 10 times faster than the former 3G network.

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“Metro Detroit: Welcome to the future,” said John Granby, president of Michigan/Indiana/Kentucky Region, Verizon Wireless, in a release. “Our advanced technology is changing the way we all work and play. Today, it gives us the ability to move large files faster and soon enjoy smooth mobile video conferencing. But, this is only the beginning. It’s not about what 4G can do for you. Rather, it’s about what do you want or need it to do?”

Verizon Wireless initially launched its 4G LTE network in 38 major cities and 60 commercial airports across the U.S. in December 2010. 

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The company expects its 4G LTE nework will cover two-thirds of the U.S. population by mid-2012.

In Michigan, Verizon Wireless employs more than 2,100 people and boasts 65 company-owned retail locations in more than 50 cities.

For a complete list of cities included in Thursday's expansion, click here.


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