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April 1, 2009 10:51 AM PDT

New VoIP carrier launches, gets awkward name

by Kent German
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Though other carriers may be consolidating, a new wireless provider made its official debut at CTIA. Zer01 Mobile (yes, that actually is a zero in the name) promises a $69.95-per-month plan for unlimited voice and data service without a contract.

The service, which will launch July 1, will be entirely VoIP-based. Zer01 Mobile Virtual says it's not a Mobile Network Operator (MVNO), but it will be relying on other carriers to support the service. How that's not an MVNO, we're not quite sure.

Zer01 will only support Windows Mobile smartphones. Unfortunately, we're not certain which specific handsets will be available with the service. At the time of this writing, Zer01's Web site was down (not a good sign), but we'll check out the company's booth later today.

Kent German is a senior editor for cell phone reviews at CNET. When he's not testing the newest handsets on the market, he's blogging about cell phone news for Crave. In his On Call column, he answers reader questions and gives his take on the rapidly changing mobile industry. E-mail Kent.

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by drvoip April 1, 2009 2:15 PM PDT
Name sounds in fact interesting :) and their site is up and running now.
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by zer01buzzirkmobile June 26, 2009 3:59 PM PDT
Buzzirk Mobile is the exclusive distributor for Zer01 Mobile. Distributors can now register at <a href="http://www.buzzirkmobiledistributors.com">Buzzirk Mobile Distributors</a>
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