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DALLAS - AT&T (NYSE:T) has completed the deployment of mid-band spectrum acquired from EchoStar across nearly 23,000 cell sites in the United States, increasing 5G download speeds by up to 80 percent for mobile users and 55 percent for AT&T Internet Air customers.
The telecommunications company has integrated the 3.45 GHz spectrum into its network infrastructure in more than 5,300 cities across 48 states, excluding Alaska and Hawaii, according to a press release statement issued Monday.
"We've put EchoStar spectrum to work on our network and customers are already feeling the difference," said Jeff McElfresh, chief operating officer at AT&T.
The rapid deployment, completed within weeks, is expected to support AT&T's growth strategy for converged customers who subscribe to both home internet and 5G wireless services. The company also anticipates long-term operating efficiencies as the spectrum acquisition reduces the need for capital-intensive construction of additional cell sites.
The spectrum enhancement aims to provide increased capacity for streaming, gaming, and AI-powered applications while expanding home internet options. First responders using FirstNet, AT&T's network for public safety, will also benefit from the improved 5G capabilities.
AT&T claims this deployment strengthens what it describes as "the most reliable and largest wireless network in North America," based on RootMetrics United States RootScore Report for the first half of 2025.
The company stated that the spectrum integration expands its portfolio of low-, mid-, and high-band spectrum, which will support next-generation applications including AI-enabled devices and enterprise edge applications.
In other recent news, TELUS Corporation has finalized the acquisition of all outstanding shares of TELUS Digital, formerly known as TELUS International, for approximately $539 million. This transaction, which received both shareholder and court approvals, grants TELUS full ownership of TELUS Digital. Meanwhile, AT&T Inc. reported its third-quarter 2025 earnings, with an adjusted earnings per share of $0.54, aligning with analyst predictions. However, the company's revenue of $30.7 billion fell short of the anticipated $30.89 billion. These developments have raised investor concerns regarding competitive pressures within the wireless market. Additionally, AT&T's financial report comes amid a backdrop of ongoing industry challenges. Both TELUS and AT&T are navigating significant business changes with these recent updates.
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