American Airlines, in partnership with AT&T, is rolling out free high-speed Wi-Fi across more than 2 million flights annually, making it available on the largest fleet in the world, primarily for AAdvantage members, to enhance the passenger experience and stay connected in the skies.
AT&T announced it will move its global headquarters from Downtown Dallas to Plano within the next three years to create a larger, more collaborative corporate campus, despite its long-standing presence in Dallas since 2008. The move reflects the company's desire for a horizontal campus with significant space, and the transition is expected to be completed by late 2028. Dallas officials acknowledge the move but emphasize the city's ongoing economic strengths.
The article highlights three high-yield dividend stocks that Wall Street trusts for reliable income: Verizon, with a 6.8% yield and a 20-year dividend increase streak, and AT&T, offering a 4.5% yield supported by steady cash flows. Both companies are considered stable investments in the telecommunications sector, with positive analyst ratings and potential for growth.
JPMorgan has named AT&T as its top telecom pick for 2026, citing a 35% upside potential and a high dividend yield of 4.5%, despite recent share declines due to industry competition and market rotation. The company remains operationally strong with growth in wireless and fiber services, making it a compelling long-term investment for income-focused investors.
The article compares the major US carriers' unlimited phone plans, highlighting T-Mobile's superior coverage and speeds, Verizon's gaming and video advantages, and AT&T's better rural coverage and flexible plan options, helping consumers choose based on their needs and budget.
Verizon and AT&T reported Q3 results with Verizon focusing on wireless pricing and customer retention, raising its dividend for the 19th year, while AT&T emphasized fiber broadband growth and a major spectrum purchase to expand 5G, highlighting their different strategic paths in the telecom industry.
T-Mobile is expanding its free satellite-based 911 emergency texting service, allowing not only T-Mobile customers but also AT&T and Verizon users with compatible phones to send texts to 911 via satellite, enhancing emergency communication options across carriers.
AT&T will pay $177 million to settle lawsuits over data breaches in 2019 and 2024 that exposed millions of customers' personal information. Eligible individuals can file claims by November 18, 2025, to receive compensation, with potential payouts up to $5,000 for the 2019 breach and $2,500 for the 2024 breach, depending on proof of loss. Claims can be filed online or by mail, and affected customers should use their Class Member ID to submit their claims.
AT&T's website references the next-generation iPad Pro featuring the new M5 chip, indicating upcoming Apple product updates, though the article primarily contains privacy and usage terms unrelated to the hardware details.
The upcoming iPhone 17 is already experiencing connectivity issues with major carriers like T-Mobile, Verizon, and AT&T, indicating early problems with the device or its network compatibility.
T-Mobile's exclusive nationwide 5G standalone network gives it an edge over AT&T and Verizon in supporting Apple's new 5G-capable smartwatches, particularly with the energy-efficient 5G RedCap technology, making T-Mobile the preferred carrier for these devices due to better coverage and future-proofing.
AT&T is testing an AI-powered call-screening tool that uses network data to filter spam calls and identify known contacts, with future plans to expand its capabilities to include scheduling and reservations, offering a more integrated call management experience.
AT&T is reducing its reliance on a controversial employee attendance tracking system used for enforcing return-to-office policies, acknowledging its inaccuracy and the frustration it caused among workers, amid broader corporate efforts to monitor and enforce in-office presence.
AT&T's stock rebounded after a dip caused by EchoStar's $17 billion spectrum deal with SpaceX, as analysts see AT&T's own spectrum acquisitions from EchoStar strengthening its competitive position in wireless services, with potential upside of 10% and continued dividend support.
A $23 billion spectrum sale from EchoStar to AT&T has revived speculation about a potential merger between satellite TV giants DirecTV and DISH Network, which could reshape the pay-TV industry amid ongoing cord-cutting trends. The deal provides DISH with liquidity and may facilitate a long-shelved merger, offering synergies and cost savings, though regulatory approval remains uncertain. The move signals a strategic recalibration for EchoStar, which is diversifying into broadband satellite services while navigating financial challenges.