According to analysts, mobile service provider Sprint-Nextel is expected to offer flat-rate calling plans at up to a 40% discount to its rivals, possibly hurtling the industry into a price war. Although Sprint has yet to respond and spokeswoman Leigh Horner declined comment on any plans for future offers, analysts say the company could be considering an unlimited calling plan for as low as $60 a month to stem customer defections. This move comes after the two largest U.S. mobile service providers, Verizon Wireless and AT&T Inc, on Tuesday unveiled $99.99-a-month plans for unlimited calls, while T-Mobile USA went a step further by including text messaging in that price.
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