Metrocall, Handango Join Forces to Deliver Wireless and Handheld Solutions

Metrocall, Inc. (NASDAQ: MCLL), one of the nation's largest wireless data and messaging companies, and Handango, Inc., the leading handheld and wireless computing solutions provider, today announced a broad alliance that will result in enhanced products and services for customers of both companies.

Handango and Metrocall will work together to offer handheld devices, applications and wireless messaging services to their customers using Handango's proven leadership in the handheld computing market and Metrocall's two-way interactive network capabilities.

"This strategic alliance with Handango complements Metrocall's vision of partnering with companies that are on the leading edge of the convergence of wireless and the Internet," said William L. Collins III, Metrocall's chairman, president and CEO. "Metrocall's wireless capabilities and Handango's handheld computing solutions can together provide professionals with a unique blend of remote connectivity and computing solutions."

Both companies will leverage their existing strategic partnerships and distribution channels, including the Metrocall sales force and select Metrocall retail stores, to deliver their joint solutions to millions of mobile professionals.

For example, Metrocall's two-way messaging capabilities will be integrated with Handango powered devices, which are ready-to-run handhelds with pre-installed best-of-breed applications, and be sold at leading Metrocall retail stores.

"Handango is focused on delivering a variety of handheld computing products and services to mobile professionals - from devices and applications to wireless services," said Laura Rippy, Handango's CEO. "Metrocall's two-way capabilities are ideally suited for our customers' remote computing demands. In addition, by leveraging Metrocall's distribution channels, including more than 100 retail locations and its 1,500 salesperson organization, we will be able to satisfy the demands of millions of mobile professionals seeking innovative handheld and wireless products."


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