You Can Now Use Your CDMA Phone With MetroPCS

MetroPCS Communications announced the launch of MetroFlash(TM), allowing consumers to bring their compatible CDMA handsets to be used on MetroPCS’ network. Coupled with its low cost, flat-rate unlimited wireless service, MetroPCS is further broadening consumers’ freedom to enjoy more cost efficient, flexible wireless options. MetroFlash(TM) will eliminate for many consumers the requirement of having to purchase a new handset when signing up for MetroPCS service.

Offering consumers the ability to join MetroPCS with their existing handset makes switching carriers easier – and more cost efficient – than ever, said Tom Keys, Chief Operating Officer of MetroPCS. Not since number portability have consumers been offered such a convenient option in switching service providers. With the rising cost of gas and food, consumers are looking for ways to reduce expenses and the launch of MetroFlash(TM), along with our flat-rate, unlimited low cost service plans, makes MetroPCS a more affordable wireless option.

Customers using MetroFlash(TM) will receive a free month of service, plus unlimited local, long distance, voicemail and text messaging for $40 a month and pay a $30 fee. The service will be available at all MetroPCS company owned stores and select authorized dealers in all MetroPCS markets, excluding Las Vegas and Shreveport/Bossier City. Consumers can go to www.metropcs.com or a MetroPCS company owned store to determine if their phone is compatible with MetroFlash(TM).

I’m really excited about this announcement. Hopefully this will be the first of good things to come. The carriers could now become more transparent. Just like you can now move your phone number to another carrier, MetroPCS has taken the next step. This would mean that you can now take your phone with you as you go also! I’m hoping that the other carriers follow MetroPCS’s lead. This is very exciting news! If you’re not sure if your phone is a CDMA phone than just do a search on the home page of this site and check “network”.