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HDTV Dominance | DIRECTV Continues To Dominate The HDTV Field
When you want the most high definition channels included with your premium home television service, look no farther than ATTSavings.com and DIRECTV
Spanish Language Programming | NTN24 Launches 24/7 World News Station
Spanish language packages have been a key part of ATTSavings.com's industry leading international programming since its inception. They're proud to announce the launch of the new 24-hour Spanish language news channel, Nuestra Tele Noticias, better known as NTN24.
American Idol Adds Ellen To The Judging Panel
Comedian Ellen DeGeneres joins the American Idol judges’ panel. Could it be that Ellen’s presence on the show will draw in an entirely new and fascinated fan base, all ready to add their texts to help seal the fate of AI contestants?
ATT Sponsors MLS
Dallas-based AT&T has been named by the U.S. Soccer Federation, on behalf of Major League Soccer (MLS), the official communications service sponsor.
Video Conferencing Award
Today, Dallas-based AT&T announced that its Web, video and telephone conferencing system, AT&T Connect, was recognized by SearchUnifiedCommunications.com as the gold winner in the Video Conferencing Tools category.
Disaster Recovery Exercise
Dallas-based AT&T is currently holding the largest network disaster recovery (NDR) drill ever in Washington, D.C. Hundreds of government officials and business executives are expected to attend the AT&T Business Continuity Forum at the Hyatt Regency today.
ATT Honored for Diversity
Today, AT&T announced that Black Enterprise magazine, leading publication highlighting careers, business, entrepreneurship and financial management in the African American community, named the Dallas-based telecommunications company one of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity in 2009.
Helping Military Call Home
This July 4th, AT&T wants to help its customers connect with family members serving in the U.S. Military. More than 30,000 prepaid phone cards will be provided to overseas military personnel in honor of this patriotic holiday.
Regional Customer Meeting
Today, Dallas-based AT&T revealed that by hosting its regional customer meeting via Telepresence, as opposed to face-to-face, it reduced carbon emissions by over 62 metric tons. Not only did AT&T reduce carbon dioxide emissions, it saved Regional Advisory Council (RAC) participants upwards of $100,000.
Idol Text Success
On May 22, Dallas-based AT&T announced that over 178 million text messages were transmitted over its network in connection with season eight of American Idol. Fans of America's No. 1 TV show used AT&T's network to answer trivia questions, submit questions to AT&T-hosted chat sessions, receive voting number reminders, and participate in AT&T sweepstakes. Of course, American Idol fans also use the network to submit votes!
6 MTV Channels in HD
Today, Dallas-based AT&T disclosed the expansion of its U-verse TV HD channel lineup. AT&T will now offer six high definition channels from MTV Networks. AT&T's HD content expansion follows a recent initiative to deliver more international programming channels, and at least 100 high definition channels in each U-verse TV market in March 2009.
Better 3G Coverage
On Friday, Dallas-based AT&T announced plans to obtain wireless properties from top competitor, Verizon, in efforts to improve 3G network coverage in America's rural neighborhoods. Eighteen states will be affected by the transaction.
Top 10 AT&T Mobile Apps
The demand for mobile applications is increasing steadily. On March 4, AT&T announced its top 10 performing mobile apps for the first quarter of 2009 - based on new sales between January and March. AT&T consumers are doing more than just talking and texting. They're tweeting, too!
AT&T and Texas Schools
AT&T and the Houston Independent School District (HISD) have signed an agreement, under which the telecom company will provide management services, allowing the school district to monitor more than 1,100 official vehicles and school buses wirelessly.
Cell Phones for Soldiers
Thanks to thousands of cell phone users across the nation, AT&T and Cell Phones for Soldiers (CPFS) have reached a new peak. Since Earth Day (April 22) 2008, the Dallas-based telecom company and CPFS have recycled more than 2.5 million cell phones, surpassing this year’s goal by more than 700,000 wireless devices.
$250K for Information
Initially offering $100,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the individuals responsible for severing fiber-optic cables in Northern California, AT&T has increased its reward to $250,000.
2009 Masters Tournament
Dallas-based AT&T is providing golf fans with more ways to enjoy the 2009 Masters Tournament. AT&T subscribers can enjoy three-screen coverage- via computer, television, and wireless device- on the AT&T FanZone website, with AT&T U-Verse TV service, and via AT&T wireless devices.
AT&T Improves Coverage
In preparation for the 2009 NCAA Division – Men’s Basketball Tournament, AT&T has improved its wireless network. Data and wireless use is expected to increase during this event, and AT&T has constructed two new third-generation (3G) network sites, enhanced the capacity of existing 3G sites, and increased the temporary network capacity in Metropolitan Detroit, MI.
Top for Womens Business
On March 26, Dallas-based AT&T announced that America’s leading advocate for women-owned businesses as suppliers to the nation’s corporations, Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC), has honored AT&T as one of the Top Corporations for Women’s Business Enterprises (WBEs).
AT&T Diversity
On March 13, DiversityInc ranked Dallas-based AT&T no. 2 on its list of top 50 companies for diversity. In addition, AT&T ranked no. 1 among the top 10 companies for African Americans; no. 7 among the top 10 companies for recruitment and retention; and no. 8 among the top 10 companies for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) employees.
AT&T to Create New Jobs
According to an AT&T press release, the Dallas-based telecom company will create 3,000 new jobs in 2009. AT&T will invest up to $18 billion for the expansion to satisfy the nation’s increasing demand for video, broadband, and wireless services.
AT&T Expands U-Verse
Dallas-based AT&T expanded its high definition programming to include more than 100 HD channels in every U-Verse TV market. The improved lineup exceeds the HD programming offered by local pay-TV providers in all current U-Verse markets.
AT&T to Invest $1 Billion
On Monday, Dallas-based telecom company, AT&T Inc., announced plans to invest $1 billion in global network expansion. By reaching more countries, the company strives to strengthen its business services.
ATT Teams Up with ChaCha
Quickly rising among the ranks of text messaging services with mobile searches, ChaCha is one of the fastest developing providers in the industry. Now AT&T is teaming up with ChaCha to promote recognition and hopefully benefit both parties.
ATT Providing Free Service to Fire Victims
Many victims have already suffered from the horrible fires that have beset many Californians, and the final count isn’t over yet. When these types of tragedies occur, victims need to be in touch with family, insurance agencies, and many other contacts, which is hard to do if you’ve just experienced a fire.
AT&T Now Helping You Exercise
AT&T is now offering innovative technologies that help you exercise. That’s right, now you can lose weight in time for the holidays, with the latest advancement from AT&T. AT&T teamed up with Trimble to provide you with the AllSport GPS™ application.
AT&T Prevents CO2 Emissions with NightWatchman
The state of our environment is an important issue that faces everyone, and AT&T is doing what it can to preserve it. CO2 emissions are currently a primary cause in the deterioration of the environment.