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AT&T Expands Mobile Broadband Network in Mattoon, Charleston and Humboldt
Local Wireless Network Upgrade Extends Access to Advanced Products, Services and Applications
MATTOON, Ill., Nov. 16, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- AT&T* today announced the expansion of its mobile broadband network to nine cell sites located in Mattoon, Charleston and Humboldt. These upgrades will allow customers to surf the Web, download files faster, and enjoy the very latest interactive mobile applications.
AT&T is an industry leader in delivering the benefits of mobile broadband networks, devices and applications. With the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T provides accelerated mobile data speeds and simultaneous voice and data capabilities for an amazing wireless voice and data experience.
"We're excited to expand mobile broadband in Mattoon, Charleston and Humboldt," said AT&T Illinois President Paul La Schiazza. "Demand for wireless data is growing rapidly, and we want to meet that demand for our customers. State lawmakers have acted to attract more investment in mobile broadband and today's announcement delivers for Illinois. Our recently announced agreement to acquire T-Mobile USA also represents a major commitment to strengthen and expand our network. In fact, this deal, if approved, means that we'll be able to expand the next generation of mobile broadband - 4G LTE - from our current plan of 80 percent of the Illinois and U.S. populations to more than 97 percent."
"Mobile broadband access is essential to grow a vibrant economy for the future," said State Sen. Dale Righter. "Illinois needs to continue to set policies that attract more private investment in broadband because we all recognize that more broadband means more jobs."
"This announcement is great news for consumers, businesses and our local economy," said State Rep. Chapin Rose. "We need to do all we can to attract private investment in broadband because it helps our local economy remain competitive and grow. I strongly supported more modern telecommunications laws to attract investment in Illinois, and that investment has arrived."
AT&T's mobile broadband network is based on the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) family of technologies that includes GSM and UMTS, the most widely used wireless network platforms in the world. AT&T has the broadest international coverage of any U.S. wireless provider, providing access to voice service in more than 225 countries and data service in more than 200 countries. AT&T also offers voice and data roaming coverage on more than 135 major cruise ships, as well as mobile broadband services in more than 130 countries.
"Smartphones, tablets and laptops are continuing to drive unprecedented demand for wireless service everywhere," said AT&T Illinois Vice President and General Manager Dave Fine. "We're investing in our wireless and wireline networks right here in Charleston, Mattoon and Humboldt to meet these needs and ensure an advanced broadband experience for all our customers."
AT&T also operates the nation's largest Wi-Fi network** with more than 29,000 hotspots in the U.S. and provides access to nearly 190,000 hotspots globally through roaming agreements. Most AT&T smartphone customers get access to our entire national Wi-Fi network at no additional cost, and Wi-Fi usage doesn't count against customers' monthly wireless data plans.
For more information about AT&T's coverage in Illinois, or anywhere in the United States, consumers can visit the AT&T Coverage Viewer. Using the online tool, AT&T customers can measure coverage quality from a street address, intersection, ZIP code or even a landmark.
For updates on the AT&T wireless network, please visit the AT&T network news page.
*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.
** Largest based on company branded and operated hotspots. Access includes AT&T Wi-Fi Basic. A Wi-Fi enabled device required. Other restrictions apply. See http://www.attwifi.com for details and locations.
About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) is a premier communications holding company and one of the most honored companies in the world. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet, voice and cloud-based services. A leader in mobile broadband and emerging 4G capabilities, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide of any U.S. carrier, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verse® and AT&T |DIRECTV brands. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world. In domestic markets, AT&T Advertising Solutions and AT&T Interactive are known for their leadership in local search and advertising.
Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com. This AT&T news release and other announcements are available at http://www.att.com/newsroom and as part of an RSS feed at http://www.att.com/rss. Or follow our news on Twitter at @ATT.
© 2011 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. Mobile broadband not available in all areas. AT&T, the AT&T logo and all other marks contained herein are trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property and/or AT&T affiliated companies.
Cautionary Language Concerning Forward-Looking Statements
Information set forth in this press release contains financial estimates and other forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results might differ materially. A discussion of factors that may affect future results is contained in AT&T's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. AT&T disclaims any obligation to update and revise statements contained in this news release based on new information or otherwise.
SOURCE AT&T Inc.
AT&T Inc.
CONTACT: Mollie West, Sr. Public Relations Mgr. of AT&T Inc., +1-312-696-3513--Office, +1-312-953-6283--Wireless, mw206a@att.com
Web Site: http://www.att.com
AT&T Expands Mobile Broadband Network in Mattoon, Charleston and Humboldt
Local Wireless Network Upgrade Extends Access to Advanced Products, Services and Applications
MATTOON, Ill., Nov. 16, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- AT&T* today announced the expansion of its mobile broadband network to nine cell sites located in Mattoon, Charleston and Humboldt. These upgrades will allow customers to surf the Web, download files faster, and enjoy the very latest interactive mobile applications.
AT&T is an industry leader in delivering the benefits of mobile broadband networks, devices and applications. With the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T provides accelerated mobile data speeds and simultaneous voice and data capabilities for an amazing wireless voice and data experience.
"We're excited to expand mobile broadband in Mattoon, Charleston and Humboldt," said AT&T Illinois President Paul La Schiazza. "Demand for wireless data is growing rapidly, and we want to meet that demand for our customers. State lawmakers have acted to attract more investment in mobile broadband and today's announcement delivers for Illinois. Our recently announced agreement to acquire T-Mobile USA also represents a major commitment to strengthen and expand our network. In fact, this deal, if approved, means that we'll be able to expand the next generation of mobile broadband - 4G LTE - from our current plan of 80 percent of the Illinois and U.S. populations to more than 97 percent."
"Mobile broadband access is essential to grow a vibrant economy for the future," said State Sen. Dale Righter. "Illinois needs to continue to set policies that attract more private investment in broadband because we all recognize that more broadband means more jobs."
"This announcement is great news for consumers, businesses and our local economy," said State Rep. Chapin Rose. "We need to do all we can to attract private investment in broadband because it helps our local economy remain competitive and grow. I strongly supported more modern telecommunications laws to attract investment in Illinois, and that investment has arrived."
AT&T's mobile broadband network is based on the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) family of technologies that includes GSM and UMTS, the most widely used wireless network platforms in the world. AT&T has the broadest international coverage of any U.S. wireless provider, providing access to voice service in more than 225 countries and data service in more than 200 countries. AT&T also offers voice and data roaming coverage on more than 135 major cruise ships, as well as mobile broadband services in more than 130 countries.
"Smartphones, tablets and laptops are continuing to drive unprecedented demand for wireless service everywhere," said AT&T Illinois Vice President and General Manager Dave Fine. "We're investing in our wireless and wireline networks right here in Charleston, Mattoon and Humboldt to meet these needs and ensure an advanced broadband experience for all our customers."
AT&T also operates the nation's largest Wi-Fi network** with more than 29,000 hotspots in the U.S. and provides access to nearly 190,000 hotspots globally through roaming agreements. Most AT&T smartphone customers get access to our entire national Wi-Fi network at no additional cost, and Wi-Fi usage doesn't count against customers' monthly wireless data plans.
For more information about AT&T's coverage in Illinois, or anywhere in the United States, consumers can visit the AT&T Coverage Viewer. Using the online tool, AT&T customers can measure coverage quality from a street address, intersection, ZIP code or even a landmark.
For updates on the AT&T wireless network, please visit the AT&T network news page.
*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.
** Largest based on company branded and operated hotspots. Access includes AT&T Wi-Fi Basic. A Wi-Fi enabled device required. Other restrictions apply. See http://www.attwifi.com for details and locations.
About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T) is a premier communications holding company and one of the most honored companies in the world. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's fastest mobile broadband network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet, voice and cloud-based services. A leader in mobile broadband and emerging 4G capabilities, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide of any U.S. carrier, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries. It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verse® and AT&T |DIRECTV brands. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world. In domestic markets, AT&T Advertising Solutions and AT&T Interactive are known for their leadership in local search and advertising.
Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com. This AT&T news release and other announcements are available at http://www.att.com/newsroom and as part of an RSS feed at http://www.att.com/rss. Or follow our news on Twitter at @ATT.
© 2011 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. Mobile broadband not available in all areas. AT&T, the AT&T logo and all other marks contained herein are trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property and/or AT&T affiliated companies.
Cautionary Language Concerning Forward-Looking Statements
Information set forth in this press release contains financial estimates and other forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results might differ materially. A discussion of factors that may affect future results is contained in AT&T's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. AT&T disclaims any obligation to update and revise statements contained in this news release based on new information or otherwise.
SOURCE AT&T Inc.
AT&T Inc.
CONTACT: Mollie West, Sr. Public Relations Mgr. of AT&T Inc., +1-312-696-3513--Office, +1-312-953-6283--Wireless, mw206a@att.com
Web Site: http://www.att.com