AT&T Brings 3G Mobile Broadband Network to Terre Haute, IndianaAT&T Brings 3G Mobile Broadband Network to Terre Haute, Indiana
Local Wireless Network Upgrade Extends Access to Advanced Products, Services and Applications.
AT&T* announced the availability of its third generation (3G) mobile broadband network in Terre Haute, opening the door to a new era of mobile services, devices and feature-rich audio and video content for customers in the area.
In Terre Haute, no one has a more reliable voice network. Now the activation of 3G technology on 16 cell sites across Terre Haute and surrounding areas will enhance wireless coverage for residents and businesses. The 3G network adds enhanced coverage to neighboring communities of Clinton and Riley. The coverage area also includes major roadways, US 41, Interstate 70, and Highways 40, 46, 63 and 150.
"The introduction of advanced wireless services in Vigo County and Vermillion County is good news for businesses and consumers," said Rep. Dale Grubb. "This service will help keep residents connected and assist with our economic development efforts."
Today’s announcement is part of AT&T’s ongoing investment following passage of the Telecom and Video Reform Act (HEA 1279) that was signed into law by Gov. Mitch Daniels in 2006. This legislation has supported AT&T’s ongoing efforts to drive investment and innovation to deliver the nation’s best, most advanced mobile broadband experience for customers. From 2006 through 2009, AT&T’s total capital investment in its Indiana wireless networks was nearly $300 million.
"This investment in new wireless connectivity will pay real dividends for our community," said Rep. Clyde Kersey. "Greater access to mobile broadband service will help us grow the local economy and keep area residents connected better than ever before."
"We commend Gov. Daniels and the Indiana General Assembly for creating an environment that encourages ongoing investment across the state," said AT&T Indiana President George S. Fleetwood. "When we invest in smart wireless networks, we bring the innovation that's needed to grow the economy and create jobs."
AT&T is an industry leader in delivering the benefits of mobile broadband networks, devices and applications. With the nation’s fastest 3G network, AT&T provides accelerated mobile data speeds and simultaneous voice and data capabilities for an amazing wireless voice and data experience.
Wireless data traffic on the AT&T network has grown more than 5,000 percent over the past three years, largely attributed to the increasing popularity of advanced smart phones and the performance of AT&T’s 3G network, the nation’s fastest.
“Demand for wireless bandwidth is growing, whether it’s for sharing video and photos with friends, watching a movie, checking the latest scores, or listening to music on a phone, netbook or other mobile devices on the go,” said Brian Ducharme, vice president and general manager of AT&T mobility and consumer markets in Michigan and Indiana. “With this expansion, our customers can enjoy the nation’s best, most advanced mobile broadband experience with emerging devices and tens of thousands of mobile applications.”
AT&T recently completed a software upgrade at 3G cell sites nationwide that prepares the nation’s fastest 3G network for even faster speeds. The deployment of High-Speed Packet Access (HSPA) 7.2 technology is the first of multiple initiatives in AT&T’s network enhancement strategy designed to provide customers with an enhanced mobile broadband experience, both today and well into the future. Faster 3G speeds are scheduled to become available this year and in 2011 as AT&T combines the new technology with the increased deployment of high-speed backhaul connections to cell sites, primarily with fiber-optic technology.
AT&T’s 3G mobile broadband network is based on the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) family of technologies that includes GSM and UMTS, the most open and widely used wireless network platforms in the world. AT&T has the best international coverage of any U.S. wireless provider, delivering voice service in over 220 countries and data service in more than 190 countries. AT&T also offers voice and data roaming coverage on 130 major cruise ships, as well as 3G services in 115 countries.
For more information about AT&T’s 3G coverage in Indiana or anywhere in the United States, consumers can visit http://www.wireless.att.com/coverageviewer. The online tool can measure the quality of coverage based on a street address, intersection, ZIP code or even a landmark.
For updates on the AT&T wireless network, please visit www.att.com/networknews.
AT&T* announced the availability of its third generation (3G) mobile broadband network in Terre Haute, opening the door to a new era of mobile services, devices and feature-rich audio and video content for customers in the area.
In Terre Haute, no one has a more reliable voice network. Now the activation of 3G technology on 16 cell sites across Terre Haute and surrounding areas will enhance wireless coverage for residents and businesses. The 3G network adds enhanced coverage to neighboring communities of Clinton and Riley. The coverage area also includes major roadways, US 41, Interstate 70, and Highways 40, 46, 63 and 150.
"The introduction of advanced wireless services in Vigo County and Vermillion County is good news for businesses and consumers," said Rep. Dale Grubb. "This service will help keep residents connected and assist with our economic development efforts."
Today’s announcement is part of AT&T’s ongoing investment following passage of the Telecom and Video Reform Act (HEA 1279) that was signed into law by Gov. Mitch Daniels in 2006. This legislation has supported AT&T’s ongoing efforts to drive investment and innovation to deliver the nation’s best, most advanced mobile broadband experience for customers. From 2006 through 2009, AT&T’s total capital investment in its Indiana wireless networks was nearly $300 million.
"This investment in new wireless connectivity will pay real dividends for our community," said Rep. Clyde Kersey. "Greater access to mobile broadband service will help us grow the local economy and keep area residents connected better than ever before."
"We commend Gov. Daniels and the Indiana General Assembly for creating an environment that encourages ongoing investment across the state," said AT&T Indiana President George S. Fleetwood. "When we invest in smart wireless networks, we bring the innovation that's needed to grow the economy and create jobs."
AT&T is an industry leader in delivering the benefits of mobile broadband networks, devices and applications. With the nation’s fastest 3G network, AT&T provides accelerated mobile data speeds and simultaneous voice and data capabilities for an amazing wireless voice and data experience.
Wireless data traffic on the AT&T network has grown more than 5,000 percent over the past three years, largely attributed to the increasing popularity of advanced smart phones and the performance of AT&T’s 3G network, the nation’s fastest.
“Demand for wireless bandwidth is growing, whether it’s for sharing video and photos with friends, watching a movie, checking the latest scores, or listening to music on a phone, netbook or other mobile devices on the go,” said Brian Ducharme, vice president and general manager of AT&T mobility and consumer markets in Michigan and Indiana. “With this expansion, our customers can enjoy the nation’s best, most advanced mobile broadband experience with emerging devices and tens of thousands of mobile applications.”
AT&T recently completed a software upgrade at 3G cell sites nationwide that prepares the nation’s fastest 3G network for even faster speeds. The deployment of High-Speed Packet Access (HSPA) 7.2 technology is the first of multiple initiatives in AT&T’s network enhancement strategy designed to provide customers with an enhanced mobile broadband experience, both today and well into the future. Faster 3G speeds are scheduled to become available this year and in 2011 as AT&T combines the new technology with the increased deployment of high-speed backhaul connections to cell sites, primarily with fiber-optic technology.
AT&T’s 3G mobile broadband network is based on the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) family of technologies that includes GSM and UMTS, the most open and widely used wireless network platforms in the world. AT&T has the best international coverage of any U.S. wireless provider, delivering voice service in over 220 countries and data service in more than 190 countries. AT&T also offers voice and data roaming coverage on 130 major cruise ships, as well as 3G services in 115 countries.
For more information about AT&T’s 3G coverage in Indiana or anywhere in the United States, consumers can visit http://www.wireless.att.com/coverageviewer. The online tool can measure the quality of coverage based on a street address, intersection, ZIP code or even a landmark.
For updates on the AT&T wireless network, please visit www.att.com/networknews.
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