Verizon Wireless and Warner Music Group announced today the launch of the US's first mobile music video download service on V CAST from Verizon Wireless.

V CAST allows customers to view crystal clear video on demand because it runs on Verizon Wireless' Evolution-Data Optimized (EV-DO) network. The V CAST coverage area, which mirrors the Verizon Wireless' EV-DO network, is available in more than 30 major metropolitan markets and covers more than 75 million people.

As part of Verizon Wireless' launch of its cutting edge V CAST multimedia service, WMG will be the first major music company to make its music video catalog of new stars and legendary artists available for download to consumers in the U.S. on their wireless phones. In addition, the launch of the service marks the first music video download store ever available, wirelessly or via the Internet, in the U.S.

For $15.00 monthly access added to their Verizon Wireless calling plan, customers get unlimited access in the palm of their hands to V CAST's wide array of more than 300 daily updated video clips from news, entertainment, weather and sports from leading content providers. Unlimited basic video clips are included, however, premium content such as music videos and 3D games are available for an additional fee, including WMG music videos for $3.99 per music video. There are no additional airtime charges to download and watch WMG music videos and other V CAST basic content.

The LG VX8000 is available to Verizon Wireless customers for $199.99 after $70 rebate with a two-year customer agreement. Samsung a890 is $249.99 after a $70 rebate with a two-year customer agreement, and the CDM8940 from UTStarcom Personal Communications (formerly Audiovox Communications Corp.) priced at $229.99 after a $70 rebate with a two-year customer agreement.