said by en102:2. Verizon could use some more rural coverage, esepcially since Qwest is now using Verizon Wireless for service
3. Alltel runs a GSM network for roamers - this could be a good bit of leverage for squashing AT&T/T-Mobile for roaming, or a cash cow on roaming fees.
4. Cash cow on Sprint for roaming, or run Sprint into the ground, as their network would diminish significantly.
2: Qwest didn't pick Verizon for their coverage. They wanted to sell devices with the Verizon name thinking it would boost sales. And Verizon has more outlet stores they can double up on. Not anywhere did I read it was coverage. They had that with Sprint. Sprint is just a damn hard provider to work with.
