This new relationship helps Cricket's retail distribution channel grow to over 10,000 locations and cement its position as one of the fastest growing prepaid wireless companies in the U.S. It also brings together two brands that share a common focus on delivering expert service and premium products at affordable prices.

"Best Buy and Cricket are a perfect fit. The Best Buy Blue Shirt is synonymous with expert service and unbeatable prices – and so is our Cricket green," said Dave Fine, Vice President of Sales, Cricket Wireless. "Both our companies have innovated the retail experience and made it easier for customers to live more connected lives. Now, together, we'll give more consumers the value they need and the truly elevated shopping experience they deserve."

Today, Best Buy customers can purchase the new ZTE Fanfare, HTC Desire 625 or activate their own compatible smartphones on Cricket's network. In addition, they'll enjoy Cricket's popular products and services:

Plans starting at $35 /month after $5 AutoPay credit with monthly taxes/fees included

/month after AutoPay credit with monthly taxes/fees included "Bring Your Own Device" Universal SIM Card Kit for compatible devices

Unlimited texts and calls to and from the US, Mexico and Canada on $50 /mo and $60 /mo plans

and on /mo and /mo plans Cricket Rewards and Deezer Music services

To find the Best Buy store nearest you, visit www.bestbuy.com. To check out Cricket offerings or find a store near you, visit www.cricketwireless.com.

About the new Cricket Wireless

Cricket is bringing consumers more value with a simple, friendly, and reliable nationwide wireless experience with no annual contract. The power of Cricket is our nationwide 4G LTE network that covers more than 308 million people;* easy and affordable plans prices that include monthly taxes and fees – no surprises; and a great selection of phones customers love. Cricket, Something to Smile About. To check out the new Cricket or find a store near you, visit www.cricketwireless.com. And connect with us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/cricketnation and Twitter at www.twitter.com/cricketnation.

Cricket is a subsidiary of AT&T Inc. Coverage not available everywhere. © 2016 Cricket Wireless LLC. All rights reserved. Cricket and the Cricket logo are trademarks under license to Cricket Wireless LLC.

*Based on coverage in U.S. licensed areas. Compatible device required. Coverage not available everywhere. 4G LTE coverage is not equivalent to overall network coverage.

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SOURCE Cricket Wireless

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