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Verizon Wireless to Host PDA and Smartphone Tutorials at Nassau County Communications Stores

ORANGEBURG, N.Y. Oct. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- Ask anyone what they need more of and the answer will most likely be 'time.' It's our most valuable commodity and why so many consumers are turning to Smartphones and PDAs to help manage it. Wireless customers who apply business principles to manage their personal lives can save time, be more productive and, ultimately, carry a lighter load at work and at home.

Now, for the first time, consumers who don't have access to an IT department or a help desk, can turn to Verizon Wireless for help in learning how to maximize all the capabilities new wireless devices have to offer. The company is offering free PDA and Smartphone workshops at Verizon Wireless Communications Stores throughout theNew York Metro area to help customers learn how to make these devices work for them. Each class, aptly named "20 Things a PDA Can Do for You," will answer customers' questions about their particular product and service so they can get in-depth information on what matters most to them, easily and quickly.

The tutorials will be offered at the following Verizon Wireless Communications Stores inNassau County this month:

    --  265 Sunrise Highway, Rockville 					Hidden List 					 Center: Wednesday,
        October 15, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.  To register call: 516-594-0346.
    --  335 North Broadway, Jericho: Wednesday, October 15 and 29, from 3 p.m.
        to 6 p.m. and Wednesday, September 24, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.  To register
        call: 516-937-2980.
    --  49 Old Country Road, Westbury: Wednesday, October 22, from 3 p.m. to 6
        p.m.  To register call: 516-937-2960.
    --  5070 Sunrise Highway, Massapequa: Wednesday, October 22, from 3 p.m. to
        6 p.m.  To register call: 516-797-3880.

Ideal for everyone from the small business owner to the soccer mom, customers will receive free hands-on tutorials from local Verizon Wireless data experts.

"The traditional business tool has become a life management tool," said Pat Devlin, president of the company's New York Metro Region. "These wireless devices are packed with rich, multimedia capabilities and services, allowing customers to stay connected to work, family and friends while on-the-go. Participants will receive uninterrupted hands-on instruction that will enable them to maximize our wireless products and services to meet their everyday communications needs."

The classes are expected to fill up quickly and seating is limited. Topics covered will include text messaging, how to sync your address book; how to use Bluetooth and other accessories; music synchronization, email management and Internet browsing.

Registration is preferred, however walk-ins are welcome. To register, call the store location or visit www.nympdaworkshops.wds.vzw.com.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's most reliable wireless voice and data network, serving 68.7 million customers. Headquartered inBasking Ridge, N.J., with 70,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE: VZ) and Vodafone (NYSE: VOD; LSE). For more information, go to: www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia .

SOURCE Verizon Wireless