speed Internet and streaming entertainment service.
Merge allows consumers to customize their entertainment experience
with high-speed access to their specific programming choices from the
Internet directly to their television.
"With the explosive growth of streaming content, the 'information
superhighway' has become outdated," said David Redmond, Windstream's
vice president of consumer marketing. "We created Merge to give our
customers access to something better: what we call the 'entertainment
superhighway.' From movies to first-run and classic television shows,
gaming to social networking and more, our customers will use Merge to
experience their favorite content on the biggest screens in their
homes…their TVs."
Merge is available in all Windstream residential service areas and
includes:
> • High-speed Internet connection with Wi-Fi
> • Roku™ streaming box
> • Unlimited nationwide calling
> • 24/7 U.S.-based customer support
A six-month contract may apply.
Customers who sign-up for Merge through June also will receive:
> • Free six month membership to Hulu Plus™
> • First month free Merge service
> • Free installation
A new website, www.mergenow.com, is at the center of Windstream's
integrated marketing campaign to support Merge. In addition to new
television spots, print advertising and alternative media like digital
and social advertising, the website gives customers the opportunity to:
> • Explore: Merge innovative features and choices
> • Experience: Merge streaming entertainment choices, control and
> personalization
> • Shop: Browse Merge packages and sign-up for service
"Merge by Windstream adds to the growing conversation about the
changes in traditional television viewing habits," according to
Redmond. "Merge speaks to the desires of our customers for more
personalized entertainment options backed by a strong network. Merge
is the new web-enabled path to entertainment."
To experience Merge visit www.mergenow.com. The photo above shows
Windstream employees forming the word "merge" on the field.
About Windstream
Windstream Corp. (Nasdaq: WIN) is a leading provider of advanced
network communications, including cloud computing and managed
services, to businesses nationwide. The company also offers
broadband, phone and digital TV services to consumers primarily in
rural areas. Windstream has more than $6 billion in annual revenues
and is listed on the S&P 500 index. For more information, visit www.windstream.com
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