AT&T Introduces First-Ever Nationwide TV And Wireless Combined Offer.
“Some customers in the Southeast are experiencing issues, but we’re investigating and working toward a solution,” the official AT&T account responded to many. “Some customers across parts of the Southeast are experiencing wireline and wireless service issues,” she wrote in an email. “We are investigating the cause and working as quickly as possible to restore service. DALLAS, Aug 04, 2015 (BUSINESS WIRE) — AT&T will webcast a keynote address by John Finnegan, Senior Vice President, AT&T Signature Client Group, at the Oppenheimer 18th Annual Technology, Internet & Communications Conference in Boston on Tuesday, August 11 at 8:15 a.m.Apple is reportedly in talks with telecom companies in the U.S. and Europe to let customers pay the Cupertino-based tech giant for wireless service directly, rather than going through wireless firms like AT&T T -0.23% or Verizon VZ -0.64% .
We apologize for this inconvenience.” Three main carriers, Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile, all appear to be experiencing technical difficulties in the Tennessee Valley area, according to an outage map on downdetector.com. The offer includes HD and DVR service for up to four TV receivers, unlimited talk and text for four wireless lines, and 10GB of shareable wireless data – all for $200* per month, an annual savings of $600 or more in the first 12 months. Other major metropolitan areas are experiencing similar outages, including Evansville, Ind.; Bowling Green and Lexington in Kentucky; and Nashville, Knoxville and Chattanooga, Tenn.
Just 10 days after its $48.5 billion acquisition of DirecTV, AT&T hopes to lure subscribers away from competing services with its offer, which will include the ability to start watching TV on your phone before you even walk out the door. If such a deal were to materialize, Apple AAPL -3.54% would pay a wireless carrier to lease access to its network, then resell that access to customers. AT&T is the only single provider that can deliver nationwide TV and wireless services with one point of contact for customer care on a single monthly bill. “Today is the first of many planned moves to enable our customers to enjoy a premium entertainment experience almost anywhere,” said Brad Bentley, executive vice president and chief marketing officer, AT&T Entertainment and Internet Services. “We’re going to deliver more TV and entertainment choices to more screens – when and where our customers want it.
AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T) helps millions of people and businesses around the globe stay connected through leading wireless, high-speed Internet, voice and cloud-based services. And we’ll offer incredible value with more flexibility and convenience through our integrated packages that deliver a great experience.” As part of this launch on Aug. 10, and for the first time nationwide, new DIRECTV subscribers will have immediate access to programming – on their mobile devices via a walk out and watch TV experience – at point of sale. We’re helping people mobilize their worlds with state-of-the-art communications, entertainment services and amazing innovations like connected cars and devices for homes, offices and points in between. I’m waiting for details from the carriers about why local exchange providers crapped out (impending global apocalypse fueled by the blood of the innocent after widespread anarchy descends after our smartphones stop working?) but we’re curious how widespread it is among Gizmodo readers.
Depending on the package you choose, other savings could include up to $35 per month for DirecTV ($420) per year) and $6.50 per month for four DirecTV receivers ($78). AT&T sales representatives will assist customers to set up the app on their wireless device in the store. “AT&T is wasting no time extending the benefits of its DIRECTV acquisition to consumers,” said Roger Entner, founder, Recon Analytics LLC. “With this newly integrated offer, it’s clear AT&T is focused on offering value on top of convenience to win new customers and become a leader in entertainment and communications.” With the new All in One plans, consumers can choose from a variety of DIRECTV plans available nationwide, or several AT&T U-verse TV plans, available in 21 states. Retail sales consultant Ahmal Warner, right, helps customer Joel Nelson set up his new iPhone 6 at an AT&T store in Washington, D.C., U.S., on Tuesday, April 21, 2015. Follow our news on Twitter at @ATT, on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/att and YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/att. © 2015 AT&T Intellectual Property.
If you’re already on DirecTV and you’re signed up with a different wireless carrier, AT&T is tempting switchers with a $300 bill credit when they trade-in their existing smartphone and sign up for a AT&T Next plan. AT&T has more than 132 million wireless subscribers and connections in the United States and Mexico; offers 4G LTE mobile coverage to 308 million people in the U.S.; covers 57 million U.S. customer locations with high-speed Internet; and has more than 16 million subscribers to its high-speed Internet service. AT&T now leads the industry in offering consumers premier content, particularly live sports programming, such as the exclusive rights to NFL SUNDAY TICKET with DIRECTV service. LTE not available everywhere. *Global coverage claim based on offering discounted voice and data roaming; LTE roaming; voice roaming; and world-capable smartphone and tablets in more countries than any other U.S. carrier. The company owns ROOT SPORTS, the nation’s premier regional sports network, and has minority stakes in the Game Show Network, MLB Network, NHL Network and the Sundance Channel.
After 12 months, then prevailing standard rate for TV ()$85/DIRECTV SELECT and $93/U-verse U- Family) applies unless canceled or changed by customer prior to end of promo period. . Requires a line ported in, eligible svc, and good working trade-in smartphone. $100 switcher bill credit (w/i 90 days) + $200 trade-in credit (may be promo card). Cautionary Language Concerning Forward-Looking StatementsInformation 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.
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