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AT&T plans to add more than 80 new cell sites in the state and will expand
high speed third-generation (3G) coverage in the Columbus and Savannah
markets. AT&T also provides 3G services in
"Our goal is to provide high-quality coverage and the ability to
communicate wherever you are and however you want," said
AT&T has delivered dramatic changes in
The planned expansion of the service area around Columbus, Savannah and other areas by the end of 2008 will bring AT&T's 3G wireless services to nearly 350 leading U.S. markets, including all of the top 100 cities.
The AT&T 3G wireless network delivers typical download speeds ranging from 600 to 1,400 kilobits per second (Kbps). AT&T's 3G wireless network allows customers to use their 3G handsets to quickly access feature-rich wireless content, including videos, games, pictures, music, entertainment, news and weather, through MEdia Net, the company's mobile Internet portal. AT&T's 3G customers also can take advantage of Video Share, a first-of-its-kind technology in the U.S. that allows users to share live video during a wireless call. Additionally, the AT&T 3G network offers AT&T LaptopConnect mobile customers faster speeds for their laptops and the ability to send and receive large files or access to the Internet, their company's intranet or corporate e-mail from anywhere within the 3G network.
"We're committed to the state of
AT&T's wireless network is based on Global Systems for Mobile Communications (GSM) technology, the most open and widely used network platform in the world. The company is already establishing a path to develop a 4G network. AT&T plans to roll out the nation's first High Speed Packet Access (HSUPA) network by midyear, which will provide even faster capabilities to HSUPA-enabled laptop users and allow them to send large files and take advantage of the latest interactive Internet and business applications.
A summary of
Atlanta and North Georgia -- Enhanced coverage along Cobb Parkway and Windy Hill Rd. -- Enhanced coverage in the north Georgia mountain area Athens -- Enhanced coverage to the downtown university/residential areas and the UGA campus and sports complex Bainbridge -- Coverage concentrated in the Lake Seminole area and to better serve southwest Georgia -- Connecting Bainbridge to Donalsonville, Colquitt, Thomasville and Tallahassee. Columbus -- Enhanced coverage in the city's suburban areas, near the airport, Lake Bottom and Green Island area. -- Coverage in areas including Woodberry, Warm Springs, Zebulon, Hogansville, West Point Lake, Waverly Hall, Troy University area, Fort Benning, Pine Mountain, and along several highways to improve intra-city connectivity. Macon -- Enhanced coverage for commercial businesses along Bass Rd. Milledgeville -- New and expanded coverage to areas with hospital and educational institutions, including Georgia College and State University -- Coverage for new subdivisions, lake properties and commercial zone -- Connecting coverage from Milledgeville toward Macon Georgia areas with planned 3G expansion include: -- Columbus will launch 3G at more than 40 cell site locations -- Savannah will launch 3G at more than 60 cell site locations -- The Atlanta area will expand its current 3G on more than 200 sites.
Cautionary Language Concerning Forward-Looking Statements
Information set forth in this news release contains financial estimates and other forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results may 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 or revise statements contained in this news release based on new information or otherwise.
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
SOURCE AT&T Inc.
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