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Dawson City strikes cellular gold with 3G upgrade

WHITEHORSE - Dawson City is joining the ranks of northern communities served by 3G HSPA wireless service with upgrades that will free residents and tourists to use the latest wireless devices, tablets and smartphones. “There has been significant customer demand from Dawson City residents for 3G service,” said Curtis Shaw, General Manager of Latitude Wireless. “Through Latitude Wireless, the latest 3G capable handsets and smartphones will now work on our upgraded network. Dawson residents will be able to start enjoying the speed, reliability and call clarity of an HSPA network immediately.” Latitude Wireless is a partnership between Northwestel and the...