AT&T plans to begin introducing mobile 5G to customers in a dozen cities this year, with Charlotte and Raleigh, N.C. and Oklahoma City as the next three in line to join Dallas, Atlanta, and Waco.
The new rollout will provide access to next-gen connectivity to avoid a new digital divide, the company says.
According to AT&T 5G Evolution markets are locations where they’ve deployed the latest technologies that enable peak theoretical wireless speeds of at least 400 megabits per second1 on capable devices.
“No company in the world is better at building networks than AT&T. It’s why we’re building America’s first mobile 5G network as well as FirstNet, the country’s public safety broadband platform dedicated to first responders,” said Melissa Arnoldi, president, AT&T Technology & Operations.
Arnoldi is leading AT&T’s transition to a software-defined and future 5G network. She is also responsible for the company’s global information, software development, supply chain, network and cybersecurity operations, and chief data office organizations, as well as AT&T’s Intellectual Property group, labs, and foundries.
AT&T has been conducting 5G trials in South Bend, Indiana; Waco, Texas; Austin, Texas; and Kalamazoo, Michigan.
“5G will be more than just a better network. Especially after our trial learnings with large enterprises, small-and-medium sized businesses and residential locations the past two years, we believe 5G will ultimately create a world of new economic opportunity, greater mobility, and smarter connectivity for individuals, businesses, and society as a whole,” Arnoldi said.
Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles said access to 5G technology can make a genuine difference in the lives of families and help assure that Charlotte continues to be a great place to live, work and play.
“Raleigh is a center of innovation and research,” said Mayor Nancy McFarlane. “Being on the forefront of technology, like AT&T’s mobile 5G, is a great for both residents and business.”
Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt said 5G deployment will help residents and businesses take advantage of future technologies and opportunities. “Our residents and our businesses always desire further private sector investment in technology infrastructure, and being a city on the cutting edge is something we can and do pitch to job creators,” he said.
More information about 5G and the future technologies it will enable will be shared at AT&T Spark, an invite-only event on September 10 at the Palace of Fine Arts Theater in San Francisco.
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