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AT&T Answers the Need for Speed in Bergen County
MONTVALE, N.J., Aug. 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Watch video on the go. Surf the wireless Internet at DSL-like speeds. Share live video during a cell phone call. AT&T announced today these services and more are available on the ultra fast third-generation (3G) mobile broadband network throughout northern Bergen County.
With the addition of 3G technology to five cell sites, the 3G network is available in Montvale, Park Ridge, Mahwah, Ramsey and Upper Saddle River. The network has also been enhanced along route 17 and the Garden State Parkway.
"AT&T is committed to providing customers fast and dependable wireless connections to a vast selection of data functions such as downloading live video, web browsing, and checking e-mail on the iPhone 3G or other AT&T device," said Tom DeVito, vice president and general manager for AT&T's wireless unit in New Jersey and New York. "More consumers and businesses have access to the ultra fast 3G network and more calls connect and stay connected throughout northern Bergen County."
Benefits of the AT&T 3G Network
AT&T's 3G network provides the simultaneous delivery of voice and data -- a capability not offered by all wireless providers. With a compatible 3G device, consumers connect to razor-sharp clips through CV, an on-demand streaming video service, and can quickly download games, pictures and the latest music, entertainment, news and weather through MEdia(TM) Net, the company's mobile Internet portal. The 3G network also enables consumers and businesses to take advantage of ground-breaking new services such as the App Store on the iPhone 3G which lets users browse applications from games to business, education to entertainment, and productivity to social networks. AT&T Video is another example of an industry-leading 3G application that allows users to share live video over wireless phones while carrying on a voice call. Road warriors can use their device as a wireless modem for their laptop and dial into a conference call at the same time.
AT&T's LaptopConnect helps mobile business users be more productive with quick access to large files or corporate applications. All that's required is a LaptopConnect card or a laptop with embedded 3G service, software and an AT&T data plan.
AT&T uses HSPA/UMTS (High Speed Packet Access/Universal Mobile Telephone System) technology, which is based on the world standard GSM (Global Systems for Mobile Communications). The technology enables customers to simultaneously use voice and data features -- something not available with all carriers. According to data from leading third party researchers who specialize in testing mobile networks, AT&T has the nation's fastest 3G network providing the fastest downlink and uplink data speeds.
The 3G network is available in more than 305 metropolitan areas including New Jersey and metropolitan New York and is expected to reach nearly 350 by year end. AT&T offers 3G data roaming in more than 60 countries and voice calling in more than 200. Customers can also use their wireless services aboard 120 cruise ships worldwide.
About AT&T
AT&T Inc. 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. Among their offerings are the world's most advanced IP-based business communications services and the nation's leading wireless, high speed Internet access and voice services. In domestic markets, AT&T is known for the directory publishing and advertising sales leadership of its Yellow Pages and YELLOWPAGES.COM organizations, and the AT&T brand is licensed to innovators in such fields as communications equipment. As part of its three-screen integration strategy, AT&T is expanding its TV entertainment offerings. In 2008, AT&T again ranked No. 1 on Fortune magazine's World's Most Admired Telecommunications Company list and No. 1 on America's Most Admired Telecommunications Company list. 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/.
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.
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