The USA's Cingular Wireless has launched its service in New York, meaning that the company operates in all top 10 markets and 43 of the top 50, covering 217 million people in the U.S.
In conjunction with Cingular's New York City launch, the company presented a Self-Expression Award and a check for US$500,000 to Art Start, an award- winning, non-profit organization that provides art and music programs for under-served children and teenagers. Acclaimed actor Kevin Bacon, the star of such memorable films as "Footloose," "A Few Good Men," "JFK," "Murder in the First," and the upcoming "Trapped," attended the launch at Cingular's flagship store at 575 5th Avenue. Bacon is a friend and supporter of Art Start and assisted in the presentation of the Art Start donation.
"Cingular's support of Art Start means that thousands of young New Yorkers will have the opportunity to transform their lives through art," said Bacon.
Cingular plans to open more than 200 stores in the five boroughs, Long Island, Westchester and New Jersey in the next two years. Rather than the typical wireless "hardware store," Cingular customers find a cafe style area with a Live Bar that enables them to "try before you buy" new services and devices and choose a plan, special features and accessories.
Customers will also be able to buy Cingular service through national retailers in the area like Best Buy and Staples.'"
Posted to the site on 12th July 2002
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