Paging's Last Stand?

Metrocall and Arch Wireless have announced a planned merger, subject (of course) to regulatory approvals. The new entity will be called USA Mobility. The merger reflects the awful condition of the paging industry as customers and average revenue per user (ARPU) continue to fall. The silver lining for users is that the combined footprint of US Mobility is likely to improve coverage.

Metrocall, Arch Schedule Special Meetings of Stockholders to Vote on Proposed Merger