Dex One iPad App Delivers Rich, Local Information to Consumers
CARY, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--iPad users now have a new way to stay connected with local information about events, attractions and sports teams, as well as local businesses in their community, with the Dex® CityCentral iPad app from Dex One Corporation (NYSE: DEXO).
“Dex CityCentral allows consumers to explore and discover all a city has to offer as well as to search for specific businesses all in one, easy-to-use, intuitive app,” said Rick Hanna, Dex One executive vice president of sales and marketing. “This a great way to give consumers a free, convenient iPad app to help them know and enjoy communities they visit or live in across the country, while providing increased exposure to local businesses. It’s a win-win for everyone.”
The iPad application is part of the company’s mobile strategy to deliver information to consumers when and where they need it. The Dex CityCentral iPad app, as well as the Dex Mobile iPhone app, are available as free downloads in iTunes.
After selecting a city, consumers use the wheel on the home screen of the app to find local events, sports and attractions, movies and restaurants. They can purchase tickets, make reservations and write business reviews. The city’s daily Groupon deals are also available. The app also provides the ability to share business or event details through Facebook, Twitter, or e-mail.
Dex CityCentral local information is currently available in 21 markets including Chicago, Denver, Las Vegas, Raleigh/Durham, N.C., Seattle, and Tampa, Fla. Soon, the company will be adding markets including Atlanta, Boston, New York, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C.
About Dex One Corporation
Dex One Corporation (NYSE: DEXO) is a leading marketing solutions provider helping local businesses and their customers connect wherever and whenever they choose to search. Building on its heritage of delivering print-based solutions, the company provides integrated products and services to help its clients establish their digital presence and generate leads. Dex One’s locally based marketing experts offer a broad network of local marketing solutions including online, mobile and print search solutions, such as DexKnows.com. For more information, visit www.DexOne.com.
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