ReCellular and talkfar Launch Used Radio, Inc.

DEXTER, Mich., Aug. 10 /PRNewswire/ -- ReCellular Inc., the world's foremost collector, reseller and recycler of used wireless phones and accessories, and talkfar LLC, the aftermarketplace for wireless, announced today the launch of Used Radio, Inc., a best-in-class provider of purchasing, refurbishing/repair, and resale of quality two-way radio. Built on the strengths that have made ReCellular and talkfar leaders in the wireless aftermarket, Used Radio Inc. is an online and bricks-and-mortar business that offers immediate, turnkey, and large-scale radio collection, repair/refurbishing, and resale services to industry manufacturers and resellers.

Leading Used Radio Inc. as president and CEO is Kevin Demery, who will also retain his title as founder and president of talkfar. Demery, a leading mobile communications executive and former VP/Global Marketing at Covisint, the well-known auto industry procurement eBusiness, will oversee all aspects of Used Radio sales and operations.

"Used Radio allows talkfar and ReCellular not only to provide trusted refurbishing services, but also to match buyers and sellers efficiently via the Internet," said Eric Forster, vice president of sales and marketing for ReCellular Inc. "ReCellular's ability to refurbish exceptionally large volumes of product -- on the order of millions of units per year -- combined with talkfar's intimate knowledge of the private radio industry, will instantly make Used Radio, Inc. a reliable and valued resource for mobile radio OEMs and service providers."

"Used Radio will be the first full service company of its kind. With ReCellular's proven systems and talkfar's radio industry expertise, Used Radio will have the size and capability to handle virtually any need," stated Demery. "This company will be of great value to utilities, public safety agencies, sales and service organizations, and others who are looking for exceptional pre-owned product -- or for those firms looking to turn their existing or obsolete radio inventory into cash."

Online Inventory System: Enabling Used Radio's resale business will be a new website, http://www.usedradio.com -- the ultimate online resource for buying and selling refurbished equipment and manufacturer close-outs.

UsedRadio.com has more than 2,500 radios, parts and accessories in stock covering portable radios, mobile products, and site equipment. In addition to weekly specials and other promotions, UsedRadio.com will also offer regulatory updates, manufacturer and product information, as well as a stolen radio database that is open to anyone trying to retrieve stolen merchandise.

Industry Leaders: Used Radio, Inc. is based in Dexter, Michigan, home to both ReCellular and talkfar. ReCellular, founded in 1991, is the world leader in wireless handset recycling. The company is highly regarded for its recycling and environmental practices, having won the State of Michigan's 'Recycler of the Year' award for 2003. Through its facilities in Ft. Worth, Texas and Dexter, ReCellular provides comprehensive wireless refurbishing and resale services to Verizon Wireless, Sprint PCS, and other major wireless industry leaders in North and South America and Europe.

talkfar LLC gives wireless dealers, service shops and system operators a unique way to swap excess inventory, share ideas, and solve technical issues. The community-driven web venture is free for users, and includes a community equipment marketplace, manufacturer/product data, and other services that enable businesses to profitably buy and sell quality used wireless equipment.

Used Radio CEO Kevin Demery is well-known in the commercial two-way radio industry, having held senior management posts at Tessco and Ericsson, as well as Covisint. He also spent eight years in sales, marketing, and product management in GE's Mobile Communications Division where he became connected with hundreds of customers throughout the wireless industry.