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GreatCall Continues to Expand Retail Reach; Entire Line of Jitterbug Cell Phones Now Available at Supercenter Chain Meijer
[May 18, 2010]

GreatCall Continues to Expand Retail Reach; Entire Line of Jitterbug Cell Phones Now Available at Supercenter Chain Meijer


SAN DIEGO --(Business Wire)--

GreatCall, Inc., the leader in delivering targeted mobile services to people looking for a high-quality and high-touch service experience, today announced that supercenter chain Meijer will carry the entire line of Jitterbug (News - Alert) J cell phones. The handsets will be available in all 192 Meijer stores throughout Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, and Kentucky. With GreatCall's unique service offering and customer support delivered through the Jitterbug J handsets, Meijer customers will now have access to an unmatched choice in wireless technology.

"We know that Jitterbug customers are consumers who look for a more personalized wireless experience, so we are very pleased that Meijer stores are now carrying the Jitterbug J handsets," said Ryan Jones, Vice President of Sales for GreatCall. "The key to our continued success and attracting the attention of leading retailers such as Meijer is due in large part to giving our customers the services that add value to their daily routine, improve their safety and well-being, and help them easily connect with friends and family."

Available now, Meijer stores will carry all three Jitterbug J handsets: White, Graphite, and Red. The Jitterbug J in Red is GreatCall's solution to help engage Americans to speak up and support the American Heart Association's Go Red For Women movement, which raises awareness of heart disease, so women can lead longer, heart-healthy lives. The red phone, which allows customers to make a difference and show their support for the movement while still getting all the superior service benefits of Jitterbug,has become one of the company's bestselling products.



In addition to 24-hour U.S.-based customer support, GreatCall currently offers its customers a range of helpful services, including health and wellness services, through the Jitterbug J handsets. Unique services include the award-winning LiveNurse, which offers unlimited 24/7 access to a live registered nurse, Wellness Calls with Dr. Brian Alman, which offer a series of thoughtful questions and information for relaxing, motivating and overall well-being, and MyWorld, a fun way to stay up-to-date on personal interests and pastimes such as local weather, daily trivia or updates on a favorite sports team or stock investment. GreatCall's full range of service offerings can be accessed at their online Services Store: http://www.jitterbug.com/ServicesStore/

About GreatCall


GreatCall is the leader in delivering targeted mobile services to people looking for a high-quality, high-touch service experience. The company is differentiated from others through its ability to provide the best customer service experience and relationship possible. The company has been widely praised for its ability to deliver the benefits of innovation and technology in an easy-to-use format. GreatCall has received prominent national media accolades from the Wall Street Journal, BusinessWeek, The New York Times, Washington Post and major TV broadcast networks.

GreatCall's cell phones with GreatCall services are sold nationwide at leading retailers such as Best Buy, Sears, Sears Hometown Stores, Radio Shack Dealer Franchise, Fry's Electronics and ShopKo, as well as direct to consumers at 1-800-918-8543 and online at Jitterbug.com. Service coverage includes the U.S. and Canada. GreatCall is located in San Diego, CA (News - Alert). For more information, please visit www.jitterbug.com.

About Meijer

Meijer is a Grand Rapids, Michigan, based retailer that operates 192 stores throughout Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, and Kentucky. As the inventor of the "one-stop shopping" concept, Meijer stores have evolved through the years to include expanded fresh produce and meat departments, as well as pharmacies, comprehensive electronics departments, garden centers and apparel offerings. Additional information on Meijer and the ability to shop for more can be found at www.meijer.com.


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