AT&T

1. Dell has agreed to buy EMC in what could be the biggest tech takeover in history. The size of the buyout will depend on the value of EMC’s interest …

Predictions for the spectrum auction haul top $80B, though process could take 9 months FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – The Federal Communications Commission’s planned 600 MHz incentive auction may not have …

The Wi-Fi calling feature comes on the heels of FCC waiver grant On the heels of gaining a waiver from the Federal Communications Commission regarding teletypewriter functionality, AT&T Mobility announced …

Verizon move follows Sprint decision to increase unlimited data prices Verizon Wireless is reportedly set to turn the screws on current “unlimited” data customers with plans to increase the per-line …

AT&T NFV and SDN plans are set to power software-based security systems AT&T’s network transformation moves using software-defined networking and network functions virtualization is creeping into security applications. The telecom …

Regional carrier U.S. Cellular updates data plans with lower per-GB rates, higher per-device charges U.S. Cellular said it’s targeting larger rivals Verizon Wireless and AT&T Mobility with updated rate plans …

Latest RootMetrics survey found T-Mobile and Sprint close No. 2 and No. 3 to Verizon Whether deserved or not, New York City is seen by many as the most important …

The remaining top Q3 events Last week, we covered five events/trends that will impact third-quarter, total year and 2016 results (these are in no particular order): 1. The announcement and …

1. AT&T has signed a long-term content deal with Viacom. The new contract brings together AT&T’s U-Verse and DirecTV networks, which previously had separate contracts with Viacom. The company says …

Letter from AT&T to FCC says competitor Wi-Fi calling service not in line with disability requirements In a letter sent to Federal Communications Commission Chairman Tom Wheeler on Oct. 1, …

Consortium of trade groups, carriers and device makers updating anti-theft guidelines WASHINGTON – CTIA – The Wireless Association, along with several major carriers and smartphone manufacturers including Apple, AT&T, BlackBerry, …

Hello! And welcome to our Friday column, Worst of the Week. There’s a lot of nutty stuff that goes on in this industry, so this column is a chance for …

AT&T taps SDN and NFV to further control for enterprises, adds new partners AT&T is continuing to expand its software-defined networking-based Network on Demand platform, adding support for new services …

AT&T expects to post more than 2M net additions, nearly matching T-Mobile US forecast AT&T told the investment community this week that it expects to post more than 2 million …

Average commuter spends 42 hours each year stuck in traffic WASHINGTON – Every day AT&T collects millions of pings from its customers’ smartphones. These pings only provide a general idea – …

Moves further competition between AT&T and Google Fiber for gigabit Internet to the home AT&T this week expanded its GigaPower fiber-to-the-home service in several major metro markets in Florida, Texas, …

Sprint to increase unlimited rate plan Oct. 16 Sprint is set to increase the prices of its “Unlimited Plan” by $10 effective Oct. 16, though the carrier notes the new …

FCC commissioner Ajit Pai links Sprint decision to folly of FCC auction plans Sprint’s decision to sit out the Federal Communications Commission’s upcoming 600 MHz incentive auction proceedings drew the …

This week, we will examine five of the top 10 developments for the third quarter and determine their short- and long-term effects on the telecommunications industry. These events are in …

5 things to know today this Monday … 1. The scramble for unlicensed spectrum is turning enemies into allies, as carriers team up to promote LTE in the 5 GHz …

Verizon offer matches Sprint program, though lacks pricing incentive Last week’s launch of the Apple iPhone 6s prompted Verizon Wireless to jump on the accelerated device upgrade bandwagon, announcing its …

Sprint dumps plans to participate in 600 MHz incentive auction citing robust holdings Sprint yanked its name from bidders in the Federal Communications Commission’s planned 600 MHz incentive auction. The …

It’s that time of year again when Apple fans wait in lines for hours to be the first to get their hands on the new iPhone. Apple expects record number …

AT&T smart cities GM talks saving money and energy with technology adoption The United Nations estimates that in the next 15 years the number of people living in cities globally …

It’s 5:15 pm and your 4:30 conference call is showing no signs of closure. Your son’s Little League game starts across town at 6:00, but you’re chained to your desk, …