Core Insights - Verizon's quarterly profits and wireless user additions exceeded Wall Street expectations, driven by promotional activities surrounding the iPhone launch [1] - The company added 44,000 monthly paying wireless users in Q3, surpassing the market expectation of 19,000 [1] - Concerns about Verizon lagging behind competitors like T-Mobile have been alleviated by this performance [1] Financial Performance - Verizon's total revenue for Q3 was $33.8 billion, which fell short of analysts' average expectation of $34.28 billion [3] - Adjusted earnings per share were $1.21, exceeding analysts' forecast of $1.19 [4] - The company reaffirmed its full-year profit and free cash flow expectations, with capital expenditures projected to be at or below the previous guidance range of $17.5 billion to $18.5 billion [3] User Engagement and Services - Over 18% of Verizon's postpaid wireless users have also opted for its broadband services [3] - The customizable plan "myPlan," which offers a three-year price guarantee, has been well-received by users [2]