Push to talk

Wireless Provider First to Bring Innovative Service to State

Cellular One has announced it will start offering nationwide Push to Talk Service (P2T) in Alaska beginning in April.

Cellular One, the largest wireless provider in the state, said it will be the first company in Alaska to offer Push to Talk, which is a walkie-talkie type service that allows customers to communicate directly without the dialing and ringing experience of a traditional wireless call.

“We are extremely excited to bring this feature to Alaska first,” said Thomas K. Roberts, Chief Marketing Officer for Cellular One. “Push to Talk will revolutionize the way Alaskans communicate and give our customers exclusive access to another dynamic wireless innovation.”

P2T calls can be made directly to one person or to a group of people via a special handset that also functions as a traditional voice and data device. In essence, P2T lets the user get more done and leave fewer voice mails, Roberts said.

Cellular One expects to offer Push to Talk compatible handsets for under $100 and unlimited use of the feature for as low as $19.99 per month when added to a qualifying rate plan.