What’s Hot, What’s Not (NAPSA)—Wireless phones and services have come a long way since their introduction in the early 1980s. From the newest phones to games to Web access to short text messaging and the special “language” that accompanies it, wireless phones are today’s way of making a statement. As the industry evolves, Verizon Wireless has compiled a list of what’s hot and what’s not today. What's Hot 1. Short text messaging 2. Wireless phone and FM radio combined 3. Fashionable headsetsin cool colors 4. Prepaid wireless phone service 5. Translucentcolor face plates 6. Chromeandsilver phones 7. Reliable nationwide service 8. Voicemail for your wireless phone 9. Playing games on a phone 10. Stock alerts on your wireless phone What's Not ]. Passing paper notes 2. Carrying two devices 3. Holding the phone to your ear 4. Pay phones 5. Neon phone wraps 6. Plain black phones 7. Droppedcalls 8. Missed calls 9. Playing gamesat the arcade 10. Not knowing your stock just tanked This list can be helpful when buyingthe gift of wireless for others. Anothergreat way to learn about the latest in wirelessis to visit the wireless service providers’ Web sites. For example, national service provider Verizon Wireless has up-to-the-minute information about the newest wireless products and services available at www.VerizonWireless.com and ordering online includes free shipping. While visiting, check out the hottest phones, calling plans and digital network features and learn about Verizon Wireless’ Worry Free Guarantee, which gives customers five reasons not to worry about their wireless phoneservice.
