If you've had trouble using Verizon's network on Monday, you're not the only one. The carrier has confirmed to CNET that it has been working to fix some problems that have led to a service outage for some of its users. "We are aware of an issue impacting service for some customers," a Verizon spokesperson said in a statement Monday morning. "Our engineers are engaged, and we are working quickly to identify and solve the issue."In an updated statement from 4:53 p.m. ET, the carrier confirmed the issue was st ...

This article has been reviewed according to Science X's editorial process and policies . Editors have highlighted the following attributes while ensuring the content's credibility: The Verizon logo is seen on a storefront, Friday, Sep. 1, 2023, in Boston. Credit: AP Photo/Michael Dwyer, File Some Verizon customers across the U.S. were hit by a service outage Monday. The issue appeared to knock out cellphone service for tens of thousands of Verizon users. Data from outage tracker DownDetector shows that r ...

More than 100,000 Verizon users lost access to mobile services Monday (Sept. 30).The wireless carrier said it was aware of the issue, per a report by NBC News, marking the latest in a series of mass technical outages this year.“We’re aware of a Verizon outage impacting customers in parts of the country,” the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) posted on its Facebook page Monday afternoon. “We are working to determine the cause and extent of these service disruptions.”The website Down Detector had logged ...

Verizon has acknowledged a widespread service outage affecting wireless customers Monday in several big markets. “We are aware of an issue impacting service for some customers,” the telco said in a statement. “Our engineers are engaged and we are working quickly to identify and solve the issue.” Customers in cities like New York, Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix reported trouble on Verizon earlier Monday. Devices were reportedly displaying the “SOS” message indicating an inability to facilitate voice calls or ...

If you've had trouble using Verizon's network on Monday morning, you're not the only one. The carrier has confirmed to CNET that it has been working to fix some problems. "We are aware of an issue impacting service for some customers," a Verizon spokesperson said in a statement. "Our engineers are engaged, and we are working quickly to identify and solve the issue."Exactly what the issues are, how many people they're affecting or when they might be resolved was not immediately known. It is also unclear if t ...

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NEW YORK and BOCA RATON, Fla., Sept. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) and Vertical Bridge today announced they have entered into a definitive agreement for Vertical Bridge to obtain the exclusive rights to lease, operate and manage 6,339 wireless communications towers across all 50 states and Washington, D.C. from subsidiaries of Verizon for approximately $3.3 billion, including certain commercial benefits. The transaction is structured as a prepaid lease with upfr ...

For media: Regular updates can be found here. What you need to know: Verizon to waive domestic call, text, and data usage for postpaid consumer, small business customers,* and Verizon Prepaid customers impacted by the storm in parts of Florida and Georgia from Sept. 26-Oct. 5, 2024.For prepaid customers using Straight Talk, Tracfone, Total Wireless, Simple Mobile, Walmart Family Mobile, Net10, GoSmart, and Page Plus, we will extend service end dates to Oct. 5, 2024.With year-round preparedness, hardened net ...

Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) recently announced that it has been named the Official Telecommunication Services Sponsor for the FIFA Men’s World Cup 26. The mega event, starting on June 11, 2026, will be jointly hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada.FIFA has updated the tournament format as now there will be 48 teams. Previously, there were only 32 teams. A total of 104 games will be played across 16 cities, including 11 stadiums in the United States, making it the largest World Cup event ever ...

ALPHARETTA, Ga., Sept. 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As potential Hurricane Helene approaches the Florida coast, Verizon remains committed to keeping communities and first responders connected. Verizon's Response Team has prepared year-round to respond to extreme weather situations, like hurricanes, by taking part in emergency drills, fortifying the network infrastructure, and ensuring resources are mobilized for rapid response. “Verizon is committed to keeping communities connected. From consumers, to busin ...