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AT&T Tees Up Calling Center Tents at Barclays 2008
PARAMUS, N.J., Aug. 15 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- In anticipation of the crowds expected at Barclays 2008, AT&T Inc. will provide call center tents so spectators can make safe and courteous cell phone calls at the Ridgewood Country Club.
As part of their "Be Sensible" campaign launched in 2002, AT&T encourages the public to be safe and courteous when using wireless devices. Through friendly, thought-provoking programs the goal of Be Sensible is to ultimately generate a change in thinking and behavior among all wireless users. Elements include everything from Public Service announcements reminding patrons to silence their wireless phones that are produced by today's hottest film makers and aired in 1,200 theaters nationwide to a nationally recognized Teen Driving and Safety education campaign.
"AT&T is proud to be a sponsor of this prestigious sporting event. We're doing everything possible to make sure our customers have a great network experience when using AT&T devices appropriately during the tournament," said Tom DeVito, vice president and general manager for AT&T's wireless division in New Jersey and New York.
In the call center tents attendees will be able to place wireless calls, check e-mails on a variety of smart devices, and surf the Internet on laptops -- all on the AT&T third generation (3G) mobile broadband network. Plus spectators can also catch up on other sporting events such as the Olympics by checking Mobile TV.
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 technology used by AT&T enables customers to simultaneously use voice and data features -- something not available with all carriers. The 3G network is available in more than 305 metropolitan areas including Bergen County 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
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