AT&T Mobility

AT&T Mobility is a subsidiary of AT&T that provides wireless services to over 120 million subscribers in the United States. As a leading provider of 4G and 5G wireless services, T-Mobile US, Verizon Wireless, and Sprint Corporation are its main competitors. The company's history dates back to the early 2000s, when Cingular Wireless was formed as a joint venture between BellSouth and SBC Communications. In 2007, AT&T acquired BellSouth and rebranded Cingular Wireless as AT&T Mobility, with Apple Inc.'s iPhone being one of the key factors in the company's growth.

● History

The history of AT&T Mobility began in 2001, when Cingular Wireless was formed as a joint venture between BellSouth and SBC Communications. In 2004, Cingular Wireless acquired AT&T Wireless Services from AT&T Corporation, and in 2007, AT&T acquired BellSouth and rebranded Cingular Wireless as AT&T Mobility. This acquisition allowed AT&T Mobility to expand its network and services, partnering with companies like Google and Microsoft to offer a wide range of Android and Windows Phone devices. The company has also worked with Nokia, Samsung Electronics, and LG Electronics to develop and launch new devices, including the iPhone and iPad from Apple Inc.. In 2011, AT&T Mobility attempted to acquire T-Mobile US from Deutsche Telekom, but the deal was blocked by the United States Department of Justice and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).

● Services

AT&T Mobility offers a wide range of services, including voice, text, and data plans, as well as international roaming services in partnership with companies like Vodafone, Orange S.A., and Telefónica. The company also offers prepaid services under the Cricket Wireless brand, which was acquired from Leap Wireless International in 2014. In addition, AT&T Mobility provides services to businesses and governments, including Internet of Things (IoT) solutions and cloud computing services through partnerships with companies like Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, and IBM Cloud. The company has also partnered with Cisco Systems, Ericsson, and Nokia Networks to develop and deploy 5G networks, which will enable faster data speeds and lower latency.

● Network

The network of AT&T Mobility covers over 98% of the United States population, with 4G LTE coverage available in over 400 markets. The company has also begun deploying 5G networks in several cities, including Atlanta, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, and New York City. In 2019, AT&T Mobility launched its 5G+ network, which offers faster data speeds and lower latency than its standard 5G network. The company has partnered with Qualcomm, Intel, and Samsung Electronics to develop and deploy 5G technology, and has also worked with Ericsson and Nokia Networks to deploy 5G networks in several cities. AT&T Mobility has also partnered with Verizon Communications and T-Mobile US to develop and deploy 5G networks, and has worked with Sprint Corporation to deploy 5G networks in several cities.

● Devices

AT&T Mobility offers a wide range of devices from manufacturers like Apple Inc., Samsung Electronics, LG Electronics, and Google. The company has also partnered with Microsoft to offer Windows Phone devices, and has worked with Nokia to develop and launch new devices. In 2019, AT&T Mobility launched its first 5G device, the Samsung Galaxy S10 5G, which offers faster data speeds and lower latency than its standard 4G devices. The company has also partnered with OnePlus and Huawei to offer 5G devices, and has worked with Sony Mobile and Motorola Mobility to develop and launch new devices.

● Controversies

AT&T Mobility has been involved in several controversies over the years, including a lawsuit with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) over its throttling practices. The company has also faced criticism for its handling of customer data, particularly in regards to its partnership with NSA and the PRISM program. In 2019, AT&T Mobility faced criticism for its decision to launch a 5G E network, which was marketed as a 5G network but was actually an enhanced 4G network. The company has also faced criticism for its partnership with Huawei, which has been banned from selling 5G equipment in the United States due to security concerns. AT&T Mobility has also partnered with Cisco Systems and Juniper Networks to develop and deploy 5G networks, and has worked with IBM and Oracle Corporation to develop and deploy cloud computing services.

● Subsidiaries

AT&T Mobility has several subsidiaries, including Cricket Wireless, which offers prepaid services, and Leap Wireless International, which was acquired in 2014. The company also has a subsidiary called AT&T Mexico, which offers wireless services in Mexico. In addition, AT&T Mobility has a partnership with Telus to offer wireless services in Canada, and has worked with Rogers Communications and Bell Canada to develop and deploy 5G networks. The company has also partnered with Vodafone and Orange S.A. to offer international roaming services, and has worked with Deutsche Telekom and Telefónica to develop and deploy 5G networks in several countries. AT&T Mobility has also partnered with China Mobile and China Telecom to offer international roaming services, and has worked with NTT DoCoMo and KDDI to develop and deploy 5G networks in Japan.