Qwest refreshes calling plans with family option

DENVER-Qwest Communications International Inc. revamped its wireless calling plans, striving to make a competitive family-plan offering while including converged service options.
The operator, which offers wireless service as a stand-alone product or part of a service bundle, now has national plans that eliminate automatic roaming, include free night and weekend calling, and features the ability to add multiple lines for $10 apiece.
Qwest spokeswoman Leigh Picchetti said that comparing the old plans with the new was “not really an apples-to-apples comparison” and that the old plans allowed customers to choose a more regional focus or bucket plans based on their calling needs. The new plans are true family plans that would be useful for both families and small businesses, Pichetti said.
Qwest’s individual stand-alone wireless plans range from $30 per month for 200 anytime minutes to $200 per month for unlimited calling. Family share plans start at 500 shared anytime minutes for $60 per month for two lines, without bundle discounts. Customers who have Qwest landline service can also have their wireline and wireless phones served by one number, or check messages from either line with an integrated voicemail box.
“The new national wireless plans are tailored for customers who want to stay connected to people and things important to them at a great value,” said Frank Simanson, vice president of product and marketing for Qwest.