AT&T and LG Mobile Announce Latest AT&T Mobile TV Device
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Posted on May 24, 2010 at 8:42:01 AM
AT&T and LG Mobile Announce Latest AT&T Mobile TV Device
AT&T and LG Introduce the LG Vu Plus, One of 18 7.2 HSPA Capable Devices
DALLAS, May 24 -- AT&T* and LG Electronics Mobilecomm U.S.A., Inc. (LG Mobile Phones) today announced the LG Vu Plus(TM), the latest AT&T Mobile TV-capable device, will be available online at http://www.wireless.att.com and in AT&T stores nationwide June 6. Available exclusively for AT&T customers, the handset will be compatible with AT&T's High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) 7.2 Mbps technology, which provides, when combined with expanded backhaul, a considerable speed boost to the nation's fastest 3G network. AT&T is deploying these backhaul connections across the nation, a process that will continue through 2011.
With a large touch screen plus a 4-line QWERTY keyboard, enhanced user interface, and AT&T Social Net, the LG Vu Plus gives customers easy access to a world of entertainment and multimedia with just a tap of a finger.
Customers can enjoy watching full-length broadcast shows with AT&T Mobile TV. AT&T Mobile TV subscribers enjoy around-the-clock access to full-length live and time-shifted programming from FLO TV, including content from top entertainment brands. AT&T Mobile TV is available for $9.99 per month, and new subscribers receive the first seven days of their subscription for free. For more information, visit http://www.att.com/mobiletv.
"AT&T customers can stay connected to their social circle while on the go with this device," said Michael Woodward, vice president, Mobile Phone Portfolio, AT&T Mobility and Consumer Markets. "LG Vu Plus creates easy access to everything, from social networking to TV shows, while backed by the nation's fastest 3G network."
In addition, the LG Vu Plus boasts:
-- AT&T Mobile Browser - combines full HTML browsing with unique
customization features so customers can easily surf the global
Internet; view location-aware local news and weather; and read the
latest headlines from popular news, sports and entertainment sites.
-- AT&T Navigator -offers turn-by-turn voice and onscreen driving
directions, automatic rerouting, real-time traffic monitoring and
more. AT&T Navigator is available for $9.99 per month, and new
subscribers receive their first 30 days of their subscription for
free.
-- AT&T Social Net - provides easy access to all your social networking
sites including Facebook, Twitter and MySpace in one easy-to-use
interface.
"With a full QWERTY keyboard and front touchscreen, LG Vu Plus is the ultimate blend of functionality and modern design," said Ehtisham Rabbani, vice president of Marketing and Innovation at LG Mobile Phones. "LG Vu Plus allows users to explore the freedom of mobile entertainment while making a strong style statement with its sleek exterior, compact size and user-friendly interface."
The LG Vu Plus will be available at AT&T retail stores nationwide and online at http://www.wireless.att.com on June 6 for $149.99 (Pay $199.99 and after mail-in rebate receive $50 AT&T Promotion Card. Two year service agreement required).
For the complete array of AT&T offerings, visit http://www.att.com
(1) Coverage, including 3G coverage is not available in all areas.
(2) AT&T Promotion Card: Price before AT&T Promotion Card & with 2 year contract is $199.99. Allow 60 days for fulfillment. Card valid for 120 days wherever major credit cards accepted. May be used to pay wireless bill. Not redeemable for cash and cannot be used at ATMs or gas pumps. Some restrictions and other charges apply. See terms at store or at att.com/wirelessrebate. You must be customer for 30 consecutive days to receive Promotion Card. Offer expires June 20, 2010.
(3) Limited-time offer. Other conditions & restrictions apply. See contract & rate plan brochure for details.
(4) Sales tax calculated based on price of unactivated equipment.
(5) Standard usage rates apply to text messaging and Internet browsing, depending on your plan.
(6) AT&T Mobile TV and AT&T Navigator - in addition to the monthly charge, standard data charges also apply
For more information and detailed disclaimer information, please review this announcement in the AT&T newsroom at http://www.att.com/newsroom.
About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T) is a premier communications holding company. 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 3G network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet and voice services. A leader in mobile broadband, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide, 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. In 2010, AT&T again ranked among the 50 Most Admired Companies by FORTUNE® magazine.
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 @ATTNews. Find us on Facebook at http://www.Facebook.com/ATT to discover more about our consumer and wireless services or at http://www.Facebook.com/ATTSmallBiz to discover more about our small business services.
About LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company
The LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company is a leading global mobile communications and information company. With its cutting-edge technology and innovative design capabilities, LG creates handsets that provide an optimized mobile experience to customers around the world. LG is pursuing convergence technology and mobile computing products, while continuing its leadership role in mobile communication with stylish designs and smart technology. For more information, please visit http://www.lgmobilephones.com.
About LG Electronics USA
LG Electronics USA, Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics, Inc., a global force and technology leader in consumer electronics, home appliances and mobile communications. In the United States, LG Electronics sells a range of stylish and innovative home entertainment products, mobile phones, home appliances and business solutions, all under LG's "Life's Good" marketing theme. For more information, please visit http://www.LG.com.
© 2010 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. 3G service 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. All other marks contained herein are the property of their respective owners.
Source: AT&T Inc.
CONTACT: Warner May of AT&T Inc., Office, +1-404-986-1807,
wmay@attnews.us; or Demetra Kavadeles of LG Mobile Phones, Office,
+1-707-328-5307, demetra.kavadeles@lge.com
Web Site: http://www.att.com/
http://www.lg.com/
http://www.lgmobilephones.com/
AT&T and LG Introduce the LG Vu Plus, One of 18 7.2 HSPA Capable Devices
DALLAS, May 24 -- AT&T* and LG Electronics Mobilecomm U.S.A., Inc. (LG Mobile Phones) today announced the LG Vu Plus(TM), the latest AT&T Mobile TV-capable device, will be available online at http://www.wireless.att.com and in AT&T stores nationwide June 6. Available exclusively for AT&T customers, the handset will be compatible with AT&T's High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) 7.2 Mbps technology, which provides, when combined with expanded backhaul, a considerable speed boost to the nation's fastest 3G network. AT&T is deploying these backhaul connections across the nation, a process that will continue through 2011.
With a large touch screen plus a 4-line QWERTY keyboard, enhanced user interface, and AT&T Social Net, the LG Vu Plus gives customers easy access to a world of entertainment and multimedia with just a tap of a finger.
Customers can enjoy watching full-length broadcast shows with AT&T Mobile TV. AT&T Mobile TV subscribers enjoy around-the-clock access to full-length live and time-shifted programming from FLO TV, including content from top entertainment brands. AT&T Mobile TV is available for $9.99 per month, and new subscribers receive the first seven days of their subscription for free. For more information, visit http://www.att.com/mobiletv.
"AT&T customers can stay connected to their social circle while on the go with this device," said Michael Woodward, vice president, Mobile Phone Portfolio, AT&T Mobility and Consumer Markets. "LG Vu Plus creates easy access to everything, from social networking to TV shows, while backed by the nation's fastest 3G network."
In addition, the LG Vu Plus boasts:
-- AT&T Mobile Browser - combines full HTML browsing with unique
customization features so customers can easily surf the global
Internet; view location-aware local news and weather; and read the
latest headlines from popular news, sports and entertainment sites.
-- AT&T Navigator -offers turn-by-turn voice and onscreen driving
directions, automatic rerouting, real-time traffic monitoring and
more. AT&T Navigator is available for $9.99 per month, and new
subscribers receive their first 30 days of their subscription for
free.
-- AT&T Social Net - provides easy access to all your social networking
sites including Facebook, Twitter and MySpace in one easy-to-use
interface.
"With a full QWERTY keyboard and front touchscreen, LG Vu Plus is the ultimate blend of functionality and modern design," said Ehtisham Rabbani, vice president of Marketing and Innovation at LG Mobile Phones. "LG Vu Plus allows users to explore the freedom of mobile entertainment while making a strong style statement with its sleek exterior, compact size and user-friendly interface."
The LG Vu Plus will be available at AT&T retail stores nationwide and online at http://www.wireless.att.com on June 6 for $149.99 (Pay $199.99 and after mail-in rebate receive $50 AT&T Promotion Card. Two year service agreement required).
For the complete array of AT&T offerings, visit http://www.att.com
(1) Coverage, including 3G coverage is not available in all areas.
(2) AT&T Promotion Card: Price before AT&T Promotion Card & with 2 year contract is $199.99. Allow 60 days for fulfillment. Card valid for 120 days wherever major credit cards accepted. May be used to pay wireless bill. Not redeemable for cash and cannot be used at ATMs or gas pumps. Some restrictions and other charges apply. See terms at store or at att.com/wirelessrebate. You must be customer for 30 consecutive days to receive Promotion Card. Offer expires June 20, 2010.
(3) Limited-time offer. Other conditions & restrictions apply. See contract & rate plan brochure for details.
(4) Sales tax calculated based on price of unactivated equipment.
(5) Standard usage rates apply to text messaging and Internet browsing, depending on your plan.
(6) AT&T Mobile TV and AT&T Navigator - in addition to the monthly charge, standard data charges also apply
For more information and detailed disclaimer information, please review this announcement in the AT&T newsroom at http://www.att.com/newsroom.
About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T) is a premier communications holding company. 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 3G network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet and voice services. A leader in mobile broadband, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide, 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. In 2010, AT&T again ranked among the 50 Most Admired Companies by FORTUNE® magazine.
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 @ATTNews. Find us on Facebook at http://www.Facebook.com/ATT to discover more about our consumer and wireless services or at http://www.Facebook.com/ATTSmallBiz to discover more about our small business services.
About LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company
The LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company is a leading global mobile communications and information company. With its cutting-edge technology and innovative design capabilities, LG creates handsets that provide an optimized mobile experience to customers around the world. LG is pursuing convergence technology and mobile computing products, while continuing its leadership role in mobile communication with stylish designs and smart technology. For more information, please visit http://www.lgmobilephones.com.
About LG Electronics USA
LG Electronics USA, Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics, Inc., a global force and technology leader in consumer electronics, home appliances and mobile communications. In the United States, LG Electronics sells a range of stylish and innovative home entertainment products, mobile phones, home appliances and business solutions, all under LG's "Life's Good" marketing theme. For more information, please visit http://www.LG.com.
© 2010 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. 3G service 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. All other marks contained herein are the property of their respective owners.
Source: AT&T Inc.
CONTACT: Warner May of AT&T Inc., Office, +1-404-986-1807,
wmay@attnews.us; or Demetra Kavadeles of LG Mobile Phones, Office,
+1-707-328-5307, demetra.kavadeles@lge.com
Web Site: http://www.att.com/
http://www.lg.com/
http://www.lgmobilephones.com/