Eastlink launched its wireless network in Nova Scotia and PEI last week along with a single retail store in Halifax. It has now launched a second retail location at the Halifax Shopping Centre. More locations are scheduled to open “in the weeks to come.” One will be at the Sunnyside Mall in Bedford and Mic Mac Mall in Dartmouth. Another […]
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Eastlink confirms February 15th wireless network launch
Canada’s Maritimes will have a new wireless carrier come Friday. Eastlink today confirmed that it will launch its wireless network on February 15th as earlier rumours had suggested. Unlike other new carriers, Eastlink will launch with an LTE network. “There are a lot more devices available if you have LTE,” explained Matthew MacLellan, Eastlink’s wireless president. As expected, Eastlink’s network […]
Eastlink to launch wireless network on February 15th?
Canada could have a new carrier by the end of the next week. According to TechVibes, Eastlink will finally launch its wireless network on February 15th. Initial coverage will include Nova Scotia, the company’s home province, and Prince Edward Island. At one point, Eastlink had been expected to launch its wireless network in 2011. But it has not been in […]
Eastlink invites users to pre-register for wireless launch updates
In a further sign that Eastlink is nearing the launch of its wireless network, Halifax citizens are now receiving a flyer indicating that “Wireless is coming.” They can go to the Eastlink website to sign up to receive updates on wireless launching in their area. An FAQ on the website indicates that Eastlink still expects to launch its wireless service […]
Eastlink unveils new store design ahead of wireless service launch
After unveiling a new logo back in April, Eastlink today unveiled four stores featuring a redesigned look. The move comes as the company expands its retail presence in Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. The new stores offer a more open concept promising a “highly interactive, hands-on experience of all the company’s products and services.” The new retail environment is […]
Eastlink unveils new look ahead of wireless launch
Eastlink today unveiled a new look. “We’re so proud of the many innovations Eastlink has delivered over the past four decades,” said Lee Bragg, CEO and vice chair of Eastlink. “As we reflected on our 40 year history, we felt the time was right to freshen up our visual identity.” Eastlink was vague about the upcoming launch of its wireless […]
EastLink to launch wireless services in mid-2012
A new wireless carrier is set to launch on Canada’s East Coast in 2012. EastLink will offer both voice and data services, according to Jill Laing, manager of public and media relations for EastLink. “If you look at the exploding demand for voice and data … and the kind of mobile applications that people are using their hand-held devices for […]