U.S. Cellular to Offer iPhone 6 & iPhone 6 Plus on Friday, September 19

CHICAGO — September 12, 2014 — U.S. Cellular today announced it will offer iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus, the biggest advancements in iPhone history, beginning on Friday, September 19 in U.S. Cellular stores and online. iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus will be available for $0 down using U.S. Cellular’s equipment installment option. In addition to the installment option, iPhone 6 will be available for $199.99 for the 16 GB model and iPhone 6 Plus will be available for $299.99 for the 16 GB model. Customers can pre-order iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 now at uscellular.com. U.S. Cellular will allow iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus customers to connect to a fast 4G LTE network that delivers ultra-fast data speeds in cities, towns and rural communities, ensuring you’ll get the most out of your device.

iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus are the biggest advancements in iPhone history, featuring two new models with stunning 4.7-inch and 5.5-inch Retina HD displays, and packed with innovative technologies in an all-new dramatically thin and seamless design that is still comfortable to hold and easy to use. Both models are better in every way and include: the Apple-designed A8 chip with second generation 64-bit desktop-class architecture for blazing fast performance and power efficiency; advanced iSight and FaceTime HD cameras; ultrafast wireless technologies; and Apple Pay, an easier way to simply and securely make payments with just the touch of a finger.*

The new iPhones include iOS 8, the latest version of the world’s most advanced mobile operating system, featuring a simpler, faster and more intuitive user experience with new Messages and Photos features, predictive typing for Apple’s QuickType keyboard and Family Sharing. iOS 8 also includes the new Health app, giving you a clear overview of your health and fitness data and iCloud Drive, so you can store files and access them from anywhere.

"iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus are revolutionary devices that will provide our loyal customers with exciting new features they can enjoy on our high-quality network," said Joe Settimi, vice president of marketing for U.S. Cellular. “We provide the best wireless experience combined with the best devices, and we know U.S. Cellular customers will be blown away with the new iPhones."

In addition, iPhone 5s will be available for at $49.99 for the 16GB model and iPhone 5c will be available for $.01 for the 8GB model with a two-year agreement.

Pricing and details for iPhone:

Purchase of a new subsidized smartphone requires two-year contract. New Equipment Installment Contract, Shared Connect Plan and credit approval required. Financing terms are zero down, zero APR; 24 monthly payments. 4G LTE not available in all areas. See uscellular.com/4G for detailed coverage info. 4G LTE service is provided in partnership with King Street Wireless. LTE is a trademark of ETSI. Additional terms, conditions and/or charges may apply. See uscellular.com for details.

*Apple Pay will be available to iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus customers in the US as a free update to iOS 8 this October.

About U.S. Cellular

U.S. Cellular rewards its customers with unmatched benefits and industry-leading innovations designed to elevate the customer experience. The Chicago-based carrier has a strong line-up of cutting-edge devices that are all backed by its high-speed network. Currently, nearly 90 percent of customers have access to 4G LTE speeds, and more than 93 percent will have access by the end of 2014. U.S. Cellular was named a J.D. Power and Associates Customer Champion in 2014 for the third time in four years. To learn more about U.S. Cellular, visit one of its retail stores or uscellular.com. To get the latest news, promos and videos, connect with U.S. Cellular on Facebook.com/uscellular, Twitter.com/uscellular and YouTube.com/uscellularcorp.

Katie Frey, U.S. Cellular, katie.frey@uscellular.com, 773-355-3275