AT&T 4G LTE Available Throughout Greater New Orleans Region

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AT&T 4G LTE Available Throughout Greater New Orleans Region

Customers to benefit from ultra-fast mobile Internet on the latest LTE devices

NEW ORLEANS, May 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- AT&T* has turned on its 4G LTE network in the greater New Orleans region, bringing customers the latest generation of wireless network technology. Customers on both the Northshore and the Southshore now have access to the benefits provided by AT&T 4G LTE, including:

    --  Faster speeds. LTE technology is capable of delivering mobile Internet
        speeds up to 10 times faster than 3G. Customers can stream, download,
        upload and game faster than ever before.
    --  Cool new devices. AT&T offers several LTE-compatible devices, including
        new AT&T 4G LTE smartphones and tablets, such as the HTC One(TM) X,
        Samsung Focus® 2 (available May 20), Nokia Lumia 900, Samsung Galaxy
        Note(TM), and Pantech Element(TM) tablet.
    --  Faster response time. LTE technology offers lower latency, or the
        processing time it takes to move data through a network, such as how
        long it takes to start downloading a webpage or file once you have sent
        the request. Lower latency helps to improve services like mobile gaming,
        two-way video calling and telemedicine.
    --  More efficient use of spectrum. Wireless spectrum is a finite resource,
        and LTE uses spectrum more efficiently than other technologies, creating
        more space to carry data traffic and services and deliver a better
        network experience.

"We continue to see demand for mobile Internet skyrocket, and our 4G LTE network on both the Northshore and the Southshore responds to what customers want from their mobile experience --faster service on the best devices," said Sonia Perez, President, AT&T Louisiana. "We are committed to providing our customers with the technology they are demanding."

"Having access to the newest technologies will continue to drive economic development on the Northshore," said State Representative John Schroder. "The availability of 4G LTE will allow my constituents to communicate faster than ever."

"With New Orleans hosting so many high profile events over the next year, having reliable, fast mobile Internet service will be very important," said State Representative Jared Brossett. "It is great news that 4G LTE is now available to consumers in the area as more and more people rely on their mobile devices to do business and live their lives on the go."

AT&T's 4G Network
AT&T customers have access to the nation's largest 4G network, covering more than 260 million people. According to recent third-party speed tests by PCWorld, AT&T 4G LTE speeds are faster than the competition. Testing in 13 cities showed that AT&T's combination of 4G LTE and HSPA+ technologies delivered faster download speeds than any other carrier tested.

Even as 4G LTE expands, AT&T customers are able to enjoy widespread, ultra-fast and consistent 4G speeds on their compatible device as they move in and out of LTE areas. AT&T has two 4G networks that work together for customers, LTE and HSPA+ with enhanced backhaul. With other carriers, when you travel outside of their LTE coverage area, you're on a much slower 3G network.

Limited 4G LTE availability in select markets. Deployment ongoing. 4G LTE device and data plan required. Trademark of ETSI. 4G speeds not available everywhere. Learn more about 4G LTE at att.com/network.

*AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand and not by AT&T Inc.

About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T) is a premier communications holding company and one of the most honored companies in the world. Its subsidiaries and affiliates - AT&T operating companies - are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. With a powerful array of network resources that includes the nation's largest 4G network, AT&T is a leading provider of wireless, Wi-Fi, high speed Internet, voice and cloud-based services. A leader in mobile Internet, AT&T also offers the best wireless coverage worldwide of any U.S. carrier, offering the most wireless phones that work in the most countries.  It also offers advanced TV services under the AT&T U-verse(®) and AT&T ?DIRECTV brands. The company's suite of IP-based business communications services is one of the most advanced in the world. In domestic markets, AT&T Advertising Solutions and AT&T Interactive are known for their leadership in local search and advertising.

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.  This AT&T news release and other announcements are available at http://www.att.com/newsroom and as part of an RSS feed at http://www.att.com/rss. Or follow our news on Twitter at @ATT.

Cautionary Language Concerning Forward-Looking Statements

Information set forth in this press release contains financial estimates and other forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results might 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 and revise statements contained in this news release based on new information or otherwise.

SOURCE  AT&T Inc.

AT&T Inc.

CONTACT: Sue Sperry of AT&T Public Relations, +1-504-343-2350, sue.sperry@att.com

Web Site: http://www.att.com

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