Cricket Also Expands Alternate Ways to Pay

Staying connected is especially important during this time of social distancing. Today, Cricket Wireless is offering a 30-day trial to HBO Max* to help families stay connected to the world around them. The new platform brings all of HBO with your favorites from WarnerMedia’s library of shows and movies, as well as an extensive collection of new programming produced exclusively for HBO Max directly to your mobile device. After the 30-day trial, HBO Max is available to customers for $14.99 per month.**

HBO is known for artistic, cutting-edge and high-quality shows, earning 107 Emmy nominations in 2020 alone. HBO Max brings everything HBO and more to its customers, including:

• The Warner Bros. library of new, cult and classic films
• New HBO Max Originals like Love Life, The Not Too Late Show with Elmo, and more
• Favorite TV shows like Friends, The Fresh Prince of Bel Air and The Big Bang Theory
• Cartoons for grownups (Rick and Morty) and kids (classic & new Looney Tunes & Hanna-Barbera shows)
• Top-notch programs for kids (Sesame Street)
• New movies & series dedicated to championing unique, distinctive stories from creative voices that make a cultural impact
• Shows from CNN, Cartoon Network, truTV, TBS, TNT and more

Cricket customers can visit their nearest Cricket-branded retail location to learn more about HBO Max and sign up for a free 30-day trial.

Cricket Expands Alternate Payment OptionsWe’re also working hard to give our customers flexible and secure payment options. Cricket is the first no-annual contract wireless provider to offer customers three well-known alternative payment methods—Apple Pay, Google Pay and Samsung Pay—in all company-branded retail locations and service apps. Customers can now use these alternative payment methods on the myCricket app and all Cricket-branded retail locations nationwide.

• Apple Pay is free for all users of Apple devices and Apple Watch. Payments can be made by holding the device near the in-store card reader or a single-touch purchase online on the MyCricket app.
• Google Pay gives customers the power to make in-app and tap-to-pay purchases using any Android phone, tablet or watch.
• Samsung Pay is included with high-end and mid-range Samsung phones and allows customers to make payments using their Samsung smartphone.

Our goal is to continue innovating our purchase experience and delivering a high level of both security and service to our customers. Apple Pay, Samsung Pay and Google Pay use token encryption to ensure maximum security. ***

Cricket just took home the top spot in the J.D. Power 2020 U.S. Wireless Purchase Experience Non-Contract Performance StudySM—Volume 2, marking its third win in a row.

About Cricket Wireless
Cricket is focused on inspiring smiles, one meaningful connection at a time. We offer an easy and high-quality wireless experience on our reliable nationwide network. Our affordable, straightforward service plans include monthly taxes and don’t require an annual contract. Our customers also enjoy basic to top-brand phones at affordable prices. As of the end of Q2 2020, the AT&T Prepaid Portfolio, which includes Cricket Wireless, was the fastest growing prepaid provider in the United States over the past year. Smile. You’re on Cricket.

Cricket is a subsidiary of AT&T Inc. © 2020 Cricket Wireless LLC. All rights reserved. Cricket and the Cricket logo are trademarks under license to Cricket Wireless LLC.

*HBO Max: HBO Max billed separately. Promo code expires 1/27/21. Eligibility: You must be a new HBO Max subscriber, 18 years or older, and must not have redeemed any free trial for HBO Max or HBO NOW. Only one 30-day free trial promo code may be redeemed per eligible Cricket customer. No cash value, except as required by law. One-time use only. Not for resale. Additional restrictions apply. To learn more, visit att.com/hbomax. Use of HBO Max is subject to its own terms and conditions, see hbomax.com/terms-of-use for details. Programming and content subj. to change. HBO Max is only accessible in the U.S. and certain U.S. territories where a high-speed broadband connection is available. Minimum 3G connection is required for viewing on mobile devices. HBO MAX is used under license.

**After the promotional period HBO Max auto-renews at the then prevailing price (currently $14.99/mo.) unless customer cancels.

***Source: https://www.listerhill.com/blog/2018/9/apple-pay-samsung-pay-google-pay-why-theyre-safer-than-the-card

Cricket Wireless customers nationwide can now enjoy the 5G network*. Whether they’re inside their home or exploring the great outdoors, customers now have access to many benefits the 5G signal provides, including:
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• Quick downloads for viewing of on-demand entertainment.
• Low latency so that gamers can play their favorite mobile games.
• A broad range of connectivity whether they’re at home or on-the-go.
• Increased capacity to transmit massive amounts of data to and from connected devices.

​Speaking of devices, consumers can access 5G on the Samsung Galaxy S20+ 5G with Cricket’s $60/mo. Unlimited Plan**. Cricket’s first 5G capable smartphone is available in Cosmic Gray today for $1,199.99.

The Samsung Galaxy S20+ allows customers to enjoy 5G network access along with a suite of premium features. The multi-lens rear camera is highlighted by a 64MP lens, an increased camera resolution for more detailed images. The phone’s Space Zoom technology allows for up to 30x digital zoom, and the Single Take function captures multiple videos and images with one tap of the shutter button.

After you’ve captured your favorite candid moments, view them on the 6.7 inch Infinity-O display, and then save them on the 128GB of available memory space***. The Galaxy S20+ 5G is also powered by an octa-core processor and a 4,500 mAh all day battery****.

We’re not stopping there.  With this great network and device you’ll surely want more data.  That’s why Cricket is also launching its largest Simply Data Rate Plan ever— 100GB of data for $90/mo. If that isn’t enough, starting today new and existing customers with the Samsung Galaxy S20+ 5G  can access 5G on all of our Simply Data plans–which offer our fastest speeds available*****.

Cricket just took home the top spot in the J.D. Power 2020 U.S. Wireless Purchase Experience Non-Contract Performance StudySM—Volume 2, marking its third win in a row. 

About Cricket Wireless
Cricket is focused on inspiring smiles, one meaningful connection at a time. We offer an easy and high-quality wireless experience on our reliable nationwide network. Our affordable, straightforward service plans include monthly taxes and don’t require an annual contract. Our customers also enjoy basic to top-brand phones at affordable prices.  As of the end of Q2 2020, the AT&T Prepaid Portfolio, which includes Cricket Wireless, was the fastest growing prepaid provider in the United States over the past year. Visit cricketwireless.com to learn more or find a store near you. Smile. You’re on Cricket.

Cricket is a subsidiary of AT&T Inc. © 2020 Cricket Wireless LLC. All rights reserved. Cricket and the Cricket logo are trademarks under license to Cricket Wireless LLC.

*Compatible plan and device required. 5G may not be available in your area. For 5G coverage, see cricketwireless.com/map. Learn more about 5G access cricketwireless.com/what-is-5G.

**Cricket may temporarily slow data speeds if the network is busy.

***Measured diagonally, the screen size is 6.7″ in the full rectangle and 6.5″ with accounting for the rounded corners. Actual viewable area is less due to the rounded corners and camera lens. Portion of memory occupied by existing content.

****Based on average battery life under typical usage conditions. Average expected performance based on typical use. Actual battery life depends on factors such as network, features selected, frequency of calls, and voice, data, and other application usage patterns. Results may vary.

*****No data access after monthly purchase is used. Video may be ltd. to SD.  Compatible device required for 5G access. At this time, 5G access will only be available on Cricket 5G devices. Add’l fees, usage & restr’s apply.
SOURCE Cricket Wireless

J.D. Power released its 2020 U.S. Wireless Purchase Experience Non-Contract Performance Study Volume 2, and Cricket Wireless, with 860 points, earned the top spot among all non-contract full-service carriers. This is the third time in a row Cricket has finished first in their segment and is Cricket’s fourth J.D. Power award out of the last five Purchase Experience studies.

“Although winning the top spot has always been an honor, this win is extra special,” said John Dwyer, President of the AT&T Prepaid Portfolio (which includes Cricket Wireless). “Like the rest of the country, our team worked tirelessly to adjust to the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. They delivered critical services to our customers in a safe environment, while looking after the health and safety of our employees and Authorized Retailers. This award reinforces that our customers appreciate the job we’re doing—and I couldn’t be more proud.”

Headquartered in Atlanta, Cricket earned this award by outscoring the non-contract full-service segment average by 11 points, according to the study. Now in its 17th year of publication, the U.S. Wireless Purchase Experience Non-Contract Performance Study evaluates the experience of customers who use any one of three purchase channels: phone calls with sales representatives, visits to a retail wireless store, or online/website.

The studies measure purchase experience satisfaction in six areas (in order of importance): store sales representatives, website, offerings and promotions, phone sales representatives, store facility, and cost of service.

The studies were fielded from January through June 2020. For J.D. Power 2020 award information, visit jdpower.com/awards.

About Cricket Wireless
Cricket is focused on inspiring smiles, one meaningful connection at a time. We offer an easy and high-quality wireless experience on our reliable nationwide network. Our affordable, straightforward service plans include monthly taxes and don’t require an annual contract. Our customers also enjoy basic to top-brand phones at affordable prices. As of the end of Q2 2020, the AT&T Prepaid Portfolio, which includes Cricket Wireless, was the fastest growing prepaid provider in the United States over the past year. Smile. You’re on Cricket.
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Cricket is a subsidiary of AT&T Inc. © 2020 Cricket Wireless LLC. All rights reserved. Cricket and the Cricket logo are trademarks under license to Cricket Wireless LLC.