Verizon named official 5G and wireless partner of Prudential Center
06 Octobre 2020 - 3:15PM
Verizon is bringing the power of 5G to the New Jersey Devils and
Prudential Center through a multi-year partnership, making Verizon
the Exclusive 5G and Wireless Partner of each. Via the agreement,
Verizon will bring 5G innovation to Prudential Center and GRAMMY
Museum Experience™ Prudential Center; this makes the home arena of
the Devils the first indoor arena equipped with 5G technology in
the State of New Jersey. Verizon will additionally create a 5G
Gaming Center experience within Dignitas’ East Coast Studio
adjacent to Prudential Center, providing a high bandwidth meeting
place and training ground for Harris Blitzer Sports &
Entertainment’s competitive esports organization.Verizon will work
with arena operators to install Verizon 5G Ultra Wideband,
providing Devils fans and live event attendees access to this
cutting-edge technology during the 175 live events that
traditionally play and perform at Prudential Center annually. This
opens the opportunity for next generation fan experiences utilizing
the high bandwidth and low latency of 5G Ultra Wideband.“We’re
proud to partner with an industry leader like Harris Blitzer Sports
& Entertainment’s New Jersey Devils and Prudential Center to
innovate new fan experiences harnessing the power of 5G Ultra
Wideband,” said John Nitti, Chief Media Officer, Verizon.
“Together, we’re looking forward to shaping the future of live
sporting events and entertainment while also giving our Verizon Up
members access to exclusive on-site benefits.” “Our partnership
with Verizon marks another landmark day in Prudential Center’s
commitment and tradition of providing the most advanced technology
and comprehensive guest experience to sports fans and live event
goers in New Jersey,” said Donna Daniels, Prudential Center General
Manager. “This new partnership with Verizon and the installation of
5G technology, combined with our record-leading scoreboard, the
largest in-arena scoreboard in North America, are assets that will
continue to provide fans with a superior live event experience. We
look forward to the day when this new innovation can be amplify the
event-day experience for our fans and guests.”
Rewards program Verizon Up, will offer members
exclusive access at Prudential Center and New Jersey Devil events,
including VIP entrance access, complimentary food and beverage,
merchandise credit, and exclusive on-ice photo opportunities.This
news comes on the heels of the Sept. 28, 2020 announcement between
Verizon and the National Hockey League (NHL®) to bring the power of
5G to center ice with an exclusive, multi-year deal that will make
Verizon the League’s Official 5G Partner, Official Wireless
Services Partner and Official Mobile Edge Computing (MEC) Partner
in the U.S. Verizon is also an Official Technology Partner for the
League.
Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) was formed on
June 30, 2000 and is celebrating its 20th year as one of the
world’s leading providers of technology, communications,
information and entertainment products and services. Headquartered
in New York City and with a presence around the world, Verizon
generated revenues of $131.9 billion in 2019. The company offers
data, video and voice services and solutions on its award-winning
networks and platforms, delivering on customers’ demand for
mobility, reliable network connectivity, security and control.
Prudential Center is the world-class sports and entertainment
venue located in downtown Newark, New Jersey. Opened in October
2007, the state-of-the-art arena is the home of the National Hockey
League’s (NHL) three-time Stanley Cup Champion New Jersey Devils,
Seton Hall University’s NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball program,
and more than 175 concerts, family shows and special events each
year. The arena is also home to the GRAMMY Museum Experience
Prudential Center, which opened its doors to the public on October
2017. The 8,200-square-foot experience marks the first GRAMMY
Museum outpost on the East Coast, and features a dynamic
combination of educational programming and interactive permanent
and traveling exhibits, including a spotlight on legendary GRAMMY
winners from New Jersey. Ranked in the Top 8 nationally by
Pollstar, Billboard and Venues Today, Prudential Center is
recognized as one of the premier venues in the United States, and
over 2 million guests annually. For more information about
Prudential Center, visit PruCenter.com and follow the arena on
Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @PruCenter. Prudential Center is a
Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment property.
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