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Helio Ocean 2 spotted with 3 megapixel camera!

Will Park — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 18:17:19 +0000

The Helio Ocean 2 might just be the most anticipated device to ever grace Helio’s network. With a dual-sliding design that sports both a numeric keypad and QWERTY keyboard, the Helio Ocean 2 is a flexible, text-messaging powerhouse that’s sure to appeal to Helio fans all over. Following on rumors that the Ocean 2 will be going live in the near future, the Helio-bound handset has been spotted in the wild.

The blur-tastic images aren’t really good enough to take seriously, but the appearance of the Ocean 2 helps corroborate speculation that the handset will be launching sometime next month. As expected, the Helio Ocean 2 takes the original Helio Ocean’s spec-sheet and gives it an evolutionary upgrade. Other details are slim, but we do know that the Ocean 2 will be rocking a solid 3 megapixel camera.

We’ll be sure to get some face time with the Helio Ocean 2 at Mobile World Congress. Stay tuned!

[Via: EngadgetMobile]

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Helio Ocean 2 to launch in Q1 2009?

Will Park — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 19:31:20 +0000

The word on the street is that the successor to the Helio Ocean, the aptly-named Helio Ocean 2, will be making its US debut sometime soon. Following on the Ocean 2’s FCC approval last year, Helio reps have apparently told Silicon Alley Insider that the Helio Ocean 2 will be going live on Helio’s Virgin Mobile-owned network in the first quarter of 2009.

The Helio Ocean 2 will presumably pick up where the original Helio Ocean left off. We’re looking for the Helio Ocean 2 to sport a dual-sliding form-factor that features both a QWERTY keyboard and a traditional numeric keypad. Other details are slim at the moment, but a bumped-up spec-sheet is pretty much in the cards.

We’re expecting the Helio Ocean 2 to command a $100+ price-tag on launch – the original Helio Ocean is still pulling down $79.

[Via: SiliconAlleyInsider]

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Virgin Mobile USA posts positive 3Q 2008 with Helio under belt

Will Park — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 19:48:48 +0000

Virgin Mobile USA apparently made a good move in their decision to acquire defunct post-paid wireless carrier Helio. Following a negative 2Q 2008 that had costs associated with the Helio acquisition dragging down Virgin Mobile USA (NYSE: VM)’s bottom line, the affordable wireless carrier has announced a profitable 3Q 2008.

Virgin Mobile USA added 821,491 gross subscribers to its network, representing an 8% year-on-year increase in subscriber additions. Their expanded customer base helped Virgin Mobile pull in $4.1 million in profits for the third quarter, easing the blow of the carrier’s $7.4 million loss last quarter.

The financial announcement proves that the wireless industry might prove to be a profitable safe-harbor in a rough economic sea.

[Via: RCR]

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Helio Ocean 2 gets FCC’ed

Simon Sage — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 15:36:10 +0000

See, these pics beat the snot out of those blurry leaked ones from May. The dual-sliding Helio Ocean 2, not due out until 2009, went through the FCC ringer in March and dropped some pictures along the way. It’s looking a helluva lot sleeker, although still a bit chubby to accommodate all the extreme sliding going on. It’ll be packing a 2 megapixel camera, 3G over EVDO, a full slide-out QWERTY keyboard and standard slider number pad. It will be interesting to see if Virgin’s handling of the Ocean 2 launch can bring Helio back onto its feet…

[PhoneScoop via MobileCrunch]

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Helio Ocean 2 won’t be around until 2009

Simon Sage — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 17:55:22 +0000

U.S. MVNO Helio is still hard at work on the successor to their original dual slider, but recent commentary from Virgin spokesperson Jane Wallace at CTIA has indicated that it sadly won’t be available this year. Rumored specs include a 3 megapixel camera, 30 fps video recording, 1 GB storage, microSDHC card slot for memory expansion, touch-sensitive directional pad, Flash support, and PC sync support. The first Ocean was really slick-looking, and made me wish Helio had a shop set up in Canada, but alas, Virgin Mobile is just starting to get settled up North, nevermind hauling their acquisitions with them. Hopefully by the time the Ocean 2 is ready to rock, Helio will have regained some financial stability and can start looking to expand. If you want a closer look, the FCC documentation is available right over here.

[via PCMag]

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Helio rises from the flames – Virgin Mobile USA re-launches Helio

Will Park — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 17:35:59 +0000

Helio has risen again! After being gobbled up by Virgin Mobile USA (NYSE: VM), Helio has emerged with new branding. Virgin Mobile USA will be pushing their newly acquired Helio brand with the slogan, “Helio By Virgin Mobile: Plan To Have It All.”

Not a bad way to cater to the post-paid side of the US wireless market, if we do say so ourselves. And, with the Shuttle expected to be launched as the first Virgin Mobile handset to feature the previously Helio-only Buddy Beacon service, Virgin Mobile could have a good thing going here.

Virgin Mobile also saw to it that the Helio $80 monthly plan includes unlimited voice minutes, which falls in line with Virgin Mobile’s “Totally Unlimited” plan.

Helio

[Via: MocoNews]

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Virgin Mobile USA completes acquisition of Helio

Dusan Belic — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 14:33:56 +0000

A month ago Virgin Mobile USA said that it will acquire Helio for $39 million. The Richard Branson-Sprint (NYSE: S)’s MVNO has announced that it’s a done deal. Under the terms of the agreement, Helio shareholders (SK Telecom (NYSE: SKM) and EarthLink) got 13 million shares of Virgin Mobile USA (NYSE: VM) Class A common stock, or about $38 million based on the average closing price. Additionally, SK Telecom and Virgin Group will each invest $25 million in Virgin Mobile USA for preferred shares.

According to Virgin Mobile USA’s CEO, Dan Schulman, with the acquisition of Helio the company gets:

a set of unique and differentiated data applications;
entry into the postpaid market, with a sophisticated billing and customer care platform;
approximately 170,000 Helio customers;
revised terms for the Sprint PCS Services Agreement, expected to result in an 8% reduction in the Company’s effective cost per minute in 2009;
reduction in net debt of approximately $35 – $40 million, through the investments of $25 million each by SK Telecom and Virgin Group in the form of preferred mandatory convertible stock at the price of $8.50 per share;
an increase to Virgin Mobile USA’s total revolver from $75 million to $135 million, through additional commitments of $25 million by Virgin Group and $35 million by SK Telecom; and
the addition of SK Telecom as a strategic shareholder with two seats on the Company’s Board of Directors.

We wish all the best to the bigger company and look forward to see Virgin Mobile USA introducing new products and services in the future.

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Helio closes all of its stores except the one in New York

Dusan Belic — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 22:59:55 +0000

In an effort to cut some of its costs and make the business more attractive to Virgin Mobile USA (NYSE: VM) (part of acquisition agreement?), Helio has closed all of its stores except the one in the New York City.

Apparently, the NYC store won’t be closed for now and Virgin Mobile will decide (or at least announce) later what it will do about it.

As part of its acquisition, which is expected to close by the end of September, Virgin will cut Helio’s staff from 570 to just 200…

[Via: MobileBurn]

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Helio releases new handsets to Korean community – Helio’s White Mysto and Red Heat are live

Will Park — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 19:02:50 +0000

It seems the not-quite-defunct MVNO has been so inspired by its recent Virgin Mobile buy-out deal that they’ve decided to release a couple. Helio isn’t exactly known for rolling out new handsets on a timely basis, but there’s something about being gobbled up by another carrier that has apparently spurred Helio to go live with new color variants for the Helio Mysto and Helio Heat.

The White Mysto and Red Heat are now available from Helio, but only if you’re a card-carrying member of the Korean community. Mirroring Helio’s move to give Korean-Americans first-crack at the Helio Mysto, the carrier will be making initial stock of the White Mysto and Red Heat available to Korean customers.

Head on over to your local Helio dealer to get your hands on the cool, new White Mysto and red-hot Red Heat.

[Via: Heliocity]

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Helio posts Q&A to inform customers about Virgin Mobile takeover

Will Park — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 20:10:31 +0000

It’s basically a done deal, pending regulatory approval, that is. Virgin Mobile USA (NYSE: VM)’s acquisition of Helio has been expected to happen for some time now, and now that it’s finally official, there are bound to be handfuls of Helio customers with questions about the takeover. More like 170,000 handfuls of Helio customers, to be more precise.

So, rather than leaving it up to Helio customers to find out the hard way that they’ll be subject to an ETF (early termination fee) if they decide to jump ship from Helio amidst the Virgin Mobile USA takeover, Helio has put together a little Q&A fact-sheet.

Most notable is that Helio is still accepting new activations and will be keeping current contracts intact – that means ETFs are still in place, people.

Keep reading to find out the details on what Helio customers can expect during these confusing times.

Two great companies team up to bring you more.

HELIO and Virgin Mobile USA are teaming up to combine our strengths and deliver a better mobile experience. On June 27th Virgin Mobile USA announced that it had signed an agreement to acquire HELIO.

HELIO would gain access to Virgin Mobile USA’s extensive distribution network and broad customer base, while Virgin Mobile USA would gain access to HELIO’s exclusive, high-end devices and premium services. Both companies look forward to coming together to bring exciting prepaid and postpaid opportunities to their customers.

Q: What does this mean for current HELIO members? Can I still use my HELIO device, while keeping my HELIO service plan and number?

A: Current service plans will continue without interruption. HELIO members are at the center of this transaction and we’ll continue to bring them the innovative mobile services they’ve come to expect.

Q: Can new members still sign up for HELIO service?

A: Absolutely. HELIO will continue to offer exclusive, high-end devices and our innovative All-In plans.

Q: Will the HELIO brand be retained, or will everything migrate to Virgin Mobile USA?

A: Over time, we expect that all aspects of the customer experience will be integrated under the Virgin Mobile USA brand. Integration of the direct sales channel will begin immediately, and we expect that existing HELIO products and services will soon be offered through the Virgin Mobile USA website at www.virginmobileusa.com.

Q: So what’s next?

A: We’re excited by the possibilities our new, combined team offers. We have some big ideas, but as you can imagine, a little bit of housekeeping is in order before we share them. Stay tuned!

Q: Does this affect my current contract with HELIO in any way? When Virgin Mobile USA does acquire HELIO, can I end my current contract without paying an early termination fee (ETF)?

A: HELIO contracts remain in effect and unchanged by this transaction. HELIO members who wish to end their contract early will still be subject to an early termination fee (ETF).

[Via: BGR]

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Virgin Mobile USA to acquire Helio in $39 million deal

Will Park — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 19:11:04 +0000

Not completely unexpected, Virgin Mobile USA (NYSE: VM) has today announced that it will indeed be taking over Helio. The MVNO joint-venture between SK Telecom (NYSE: SKM) and Earthlink has struggled to find even a modicum of success in a competitive and cut-throat US wireless market.

And, it seems that Helio’s financial troubles have finally come to a head with Virgin Mobile USA making a move to acquire the post-paid MVNO for 13 million shares of Virgin Mobile USA class A common stock, valued at $39 million. The deal is expected to be finalized in Q3 2008, pending regulatory approval. “We believe that the acquisition of Helio and the related strategic investments by SK Telecom and Virgin Group are of enormous benefit to our business, both financially and strategically,” according to Dan Schulman, Chief Executive Officer, Virgin Mobile USA. “We will acquire an asset which will add to our scale, allowing us to reduce our network costs and assure that Helio’s customers are immediately profitable when brought on to our cost structure.”

But, with Helio already in such a bad way, Virgin Mobile USA will have to invest considerably more than 13 million of its shares. The deal will include a $50 million strategic investment by Virgin Group (one of Virgin Mobile’s parent companies) and SK Telecom (the majority stake-holder in Helio) – $25 million from each. Virgin Mobile USA will also be acquiring Helio’s stock of 85,000 mobile phones units, worth $17 million.
While not a tremendous success, Helio has made a name for itself as a post-paid wireless carrier offering unique services and handsets with appealing features – areas in which Virgin Mobile USA has been sorely lacking. The acquisition will not only net Virgin Mobile USA all of Helio’s customer-base, but will also bring in the almost-defunct MVNO’s experience in the post-paid market. Helio reportedly boasts ARPU (average revenue per user) of $80, and Virgin Mobile USA is looking to immediately capitalize on that profitability.

Schulman added, “This strategic acquisition integrates Virgin Mobile USA’s brand recognition, scale and extensive distribution with Helio’s accomplishments in advanced handset and content offerings.”

The acquisition will help increase Virgin Mobile USA’s wireless footprint in the US, while also allowing them to renegotiate network-lease terms with Sprint (NYSE: S) – effectively lowering their per-minute costs by 8 percent. The combination of Helio and Virgin Mobile allows for an improved capital structure by increasing liquidity and paying down debt. But, more importantly for the consumer, the deal means that customers will see better handsets and services rolled out across Virgin Mobile’s subscriber-base. Users can expect to see EVDO data connectivity, GPS, Google Maps, YouTube, and MySpace applications integrated in to their mobile phones.

All in all, the rumored deal should bring more business for Virgin Mobile USA and help to boost their once fledgling stock options. For Helio, the deal represents a dignified alternative to a stage-left exit from a harsh wireless environment.

At least this MVNO didn’t go bankrupt.

Note: The deal between Helio and Virgin Mobile USA does not alter the TOS for Helio customers. Virgin Mobile USA has confirmed that customers wishing to terminate their Helio contracts will be subject to ETF fees. Emails have been sent to Helio customers.

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Virgin Mobile USA to take over Helio

Will Park — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 07:41:09 +0000

While no official announcement has yet been made, the Financial Times is reporting that a source close to the situation has indicated that a tentative agreement has been struck between Virgin Mobile USA and Helio. The deal would have Helio essentially being absorbed within Virgin Mobile USA’s larger wireless network.

Virgin Mobile USA and Helio have been struggling to make a larger impression in the US wireless market. Since going public last year, Virgin Mobile has seen it’s shares drop over 75% – once worth upwards of $15, Virgin Mobile USA’s stock is now trading at record lows. With financials shrouded in scandal, the joint venture between Sprint (NYSE: S) and Virgin Group lays claim to over 5 million wireless subscribers, firmly placing Virgin Mobile USA ahead of Helio’s fledgling network.

Helio’s subscriber-counts were hovering around 200,000 this past January, and the company has been struggling to find profit in a tough wireless landscape. Burning cash infused from parent companies SK Telecom (NYSE: SKM) and Earthlink, Helio’s been spending without a care in the world. SK Telecom recently took control over Helio with an over the top cash infusion that netted SK Telecom a majority stake in the joint venture. Unfortunately, as these situations usually go, Helio has failed to reach the light at the end of the tunnel.

The two companies kicked off negotiations regarding a possible merger/buy-out just last month, and now it seems there will indeed be a deal. SK Telecom will reportedly be absorbing Helio’s entire outfit in to Virgin Mobile USA’s more recognizable brand. The move makes sense in light of Helio’s plan to close most of its retail stores throughout the nation.

Having only boasted 200,000 subscribers, Helio’s main contribution to Virgin Mobile’s US operations won’t be the addition of subscribers, but rather their experience in the more lucrative post-paid wireless market.

Virgin Mobile USA is said to be prepared to issue payment in the form of equity shares in the larger Virgin Mobile USA. SK Telecom will reportedly secure about a 20% stake in Virgin Mobile USA, worth about $50 million. With luck the consolidation of the two US MVNOs will help boost Virgin Mobile USA high enough to really start flying in the US wireless market. But, with increased pressure from industry incumbents like Sprint, Verizon (NYSE: VZ), AT&T (NYSE: T), and T-Mobile (NYSE: DT), Virgin Mobile is going to have a long road ahead of them.

Helio won’t be known as the last true MVNO to be kicked out of the US wireless market – they’ll be bowing out with at least a modicum of grace.

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Helio Ocean 2 spotted in the flesh

Will Park — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 22:40:35 +0000

With Helio downsizing its operations, possibly in preparation for a takeover from Virgin Mobile USA (NYSE: VM), there are probably mobs (in the loosest sense of the term) of Helio customers worried that they may never get to lay hands on the Helio Ocean’s smarter, better, faster, stronger successor, the Helio Ocean 2.

Alas, their worries might not be misplaced. Helio could very well follow the path of all those other MVNOs that just couldn’t manage to turn a profit. Does that mean the Helio Ocean 2 has to go down with the ship? Well, actually, it probably does.

But, at least we’ve got some in-the-wild footage of the Helio Ocean 2 for all you Helio fans to drool over. This here Helio Ocean 2 was caught on film and posted to YouTube. Cosmetically, the Helio Ocean 2 bears an expectedly striking resemblance to its forebear, but with all those requisite spec-bumps contained within, the Helio Ocean 2 is most definitely smarter, better, faster and stronger than the Helio Ocean.

Unfortunately, the video has been taken down, but at least we have this image of the Helio Ocean 2.

Now, we wait to see if Helio can hold out long enough to actually launch this handset.

[Via: HelioCity]

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Helio shutting down retail stores and kiosks – another MVNO’s death in the making?

Will Park — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 19:33:12 +0000

With SK Telecom (NYSE: SKM)’s Helio MVNO talking to Virgin Mobile over possible merger or buy-out deals, it seems an odd move to actually shutdown much of Helio’s operations throughout the US.

But, we’re hearing that the negotiations between Helio and Virgin Mobile aren’t exactly making waves. Add to that the rumor that Virgin Mobile is planning to back out from the deal altogether unless Helio declares bankruptcy or liquidates their assets in a big way, and the recent move to shutter the doors to many retail stores starts to make sense.

Helio seems to be dead in the water from a financial stand-point, and unless they can work out some sort of deal with Virgin Mobile (which these store closures may or may not affect), SK Telecom’s huge investment in the US market is looking like a huge mistake.

If Helio does indeed go belly-up and isn’t absorbed by Virgin Mobile, we’ll see the last true MVNO finally folding its cards.

[Via: Gizmodo]

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Helio Ocean 2 specs, image leaked

Will Park — Wed, 28 May 2008 20:29:20 +0000

Helio’s recent price-drop on the Helio Ocean was rumored to be paving the way for the first new handset from the MVNO in quite some time – the Helio Ocean 2. And, seeing as how Helio passed their “OZ2” through the FCC’s testing labs, the Helio Ocean 2’s launch was all but expected in the near-term.

Unfortunately for Helio customers, the final details on the Helio Ocean 2 are still getting hashed out in the company’s R&D labs. But, thanks to a little birdy with loose lips (beak?), we’ve got some juicy specs that could very well make it in to the production version of the Ocean 2.

It seems that Virgin Mobile negotiations aren’t the only thing that Helio is keeping themselves busy with. We’re hearing that the next-generation Helio Ocean will sport a 3 megapixel camera, 30 fps video recording, 1 GB storage, microSDHC card slot for memory expansion, touch-sensitive directional pad, Flash support, and PC sync support – all in the familiar dual-sliding form-factor that made the Helio Ocean such a pleasure to use.

We’ll keep our ears to the grapevine for more information on the Helio Ocean 2. And, while you’re waiting, enjoy the barely visible picture of the Helio Ocean 2. Stay tuned.

[Via: Engadget Mobile]

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Helio drops Ocean’s price to $99; Ocean 2 coming soon?

Dusan Belic — Tue, 20 May 2008 08:19:03 +0000

Helio has dropped Ocean’s price to just $99. It’s not the “refreshed” version, but it does require mail-in rebate. Still, it’s a bargain especially if you’re already using Helio’s services and send text messages like all the time. Or perhaps enjoy surfing the Web with Opera Mini and/or watching YouTube. If that’s the case, Ocean is the right device for you.

On the other, Helio may be gearing toward launching the all new Ocean 2, which we saw passing the FCC hurdle in March of this year. We’ve no insider information about Helio’s plans, but we know one thing – 100 bucks won’t buy you much more. Here’s the link with more information.

[Via: Engadget Mobile]

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Virgin Mobile USA confirms negotiations with SK Telecom

Will Park — Wed, 14 May 2008 18:01:25 +0000

Just yesterday SK Telecom (NYSE: SKM) made an official announcement claiming that rumors regarding a possible merger between Virgin Mobile USA (NYSE: VM) and Helio were “groundless.” Today, however, is another story altogether.

Turns out the two companies, Virgin Mobile USA and SK Telecom, are actually in early talks to hash out possible strategic partnerships. One scenario has SK Telecom buying Virgin Mobile USA and injecting it with a big enough cash infusion to actually buy Helio. Whether these preliminary negotiations will lead to an eventual buy-out of Virgin Mobile USA, resulting in a stronger MVNO presence from SK Telecom, remains to be seen. Virgin Mobile USA is keeping mum on the issue until any solid agreement is reached.

Helio would do well to get in good with Virgin Mobile USA’s huge US MVNO footprint. And, the deal would give SK Telecom a serious presence in the US.

[Via: MocoNews]

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SK Telecom rebuffs Virgin Mobile USA and Helio merger rumors

Will Park — Tue, 13 May 2008 19:05:10 +0000

Following market speculation that SK Telecom (NYSE: SKM), Helio’s sole remaining parent, was negotiating with Virgin Mobile USA to orchestrate a possible merger between the two companies, the South Korean carrier has announced that rumors regarding Virgin Mobile USA (NYSE: VM)’s acquisition of Helio were “groundless.”

SK Telecom wants us to know that it remains “committed” to Helio but that the company is “actively seeking opportunities.”

It’s not clear if reports from the Wall Street Journal and Reuters pointing to the two companies engaging in “early talks” have been misconstrued as merger-talks, or if Helio and all those involved want to keep a tight lid on the matter until things get ironed out.

[Via: MocoNews]

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SK Telecom looking to buy Virgin Mobile USA – Helio, Virgin Mobile USA merger talks under way

Will Park — Thu, 08 May 2008 21:10:20 +0000

With Helio burning through cash like it’s going out of style, the youth-targeted MVNO could really use a helping hand. And, what better way to position yourself as the premier MVNO in the US than to buy up your closest rival.

Reports are circulating that SK Telecom (NYSE: SKM), Helio’s only remaining parent company, and Virgin Mobile USA (NYSE: VM) are negotiating a merger deal that would increase SK Telecom’s US-holdings and give their US market aspirations a renewed push. If SK Telecom ends up acquiring Virgin Mobile USA, Helio and Virgin Mobile USA could be merged into a single MVNO. Both providers lease network time from Sprint (NYSE: S), so the handsets and network technologies used between both Helio and Virgin Mobile USA will be compatible.

Private equity investments and strategic investment opportunities are also being considered by both companies. But, if SK Telecom does indeed buy Virgin Mobile USA, we could see SKT giving Virgin Mobile USA a cash boost and then turning around and having VMUSA buy-out Helio in a stock-swap.

This is what CEO Dan Schulman told MocoNews on the subject:

We don’t comment on any rumors out there, but we have said that we believe that there are opportunities for us in terms of non-organic growth, such as another MVNO, or capability set that we might be able to avail ourselves of…Certainly there are a lot of opportunities that we see, and we think some of them are intriguing for us, but it’s a matter of what makes the most sense.

Virgin Mobile USA is an MVNO that we actually respect and like, and it would be good to see them get a heaping cash infusion and gobble up Helio.

[Via: MocoNews]

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Helio Ocean 2 spotted with 3 megapixel camera!

Helio Ocean 2 to launch in Q1 2009?

Virgin Mobile USA posts positive 3Q 2008 with Helio under belt

Helio Ocean 2 gets FCC’ed

Helio Ocean 2 won’t be around until 2009

Helio rises from the flames – Virgin Mobile USA re-launches Helio

Virgin Mobile USA completes acquisition of Helio

Helio closes all of its stores except the one in New York

Helio releases new handsets to Korean community – Helio’s White Mysto and Red Heat are live

Helio posts Q&A to inform customers about Virgin Mobile takeover

Virgin Mobile USA to acquire Helio in $39 million deal

Virgin Mobile USA to take over Helio

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Helio Ocean 2 spotted in the flesh

Helio shutting down retail stores and kiosks – another MVNO’s death in the making?

Helio Ocean 2 specs, image leaked

Helio drops Ocean’s price to $99; Ocean 2 coming soon?

Virgin Mobile USA confirms negotiations with SK Telecom

SK Telecom rebuffs Virgin Mobile USA and Helio merger rumors

SK Telecom looking to buy Virgin Mobile USA – Helio, Virgin Mobile USA merger talks under way