Neowin News Feed for: At&t

AT&T's new tool uses AI to screen calls and block spammers

David Uzondu — Tue, 16 Sep 2025 16:38:02 +0000

AT&T is stepping into AI call screening with a new "digital receptionist" that answers calls from unknown numbers and determines if they're spam or legitimate. Read more...

Thanks to Trump, AT&T and Verizon could be forced to charge more for your next phone

David Uzondu — Thu, 24 Apr 2025 07:06:02 +0000

AT&T's boss has announced that the cost of handsets affected by tariffs is likely to be passed on to customers. Read more...

T-Mobile Starlink beta program kicks off, AT&T and Verizon users can also try it for free

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Mon, 10 Feb 2025 08:18:01 +0000

T-Mobile, in collaboration with Starlink, has launched its satellite connectivity beta program. AT&T and Verizon users can also try the service without switching carriers. Read more...

Good news for AT&T customers: You could get paid back for internet outages

David Uzondu — Wed, 08 Jan 2025 20:54:01 +0000

2024 was an interesting year for AT&T customers, marked by outages. Now, the company has rolled out AT&T Guarantee, a program that promises to compensate customers for downtime. Read more...

Thieves are using AT&T tracking data to steal iPhones after delivery

David Uzondu — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 18:46:02 +0000

The holiday season is here, and porch pirates are stealing iPhones using stolen tracking data, making deliveries risky. Read more...

AT&T is selling its remaining stake in DirecTV to focus on its core business

Karthik Mudaliar — Mon, 30 Sep 2024 12:10:01 +0000

AT&T is selling its remaining stake of 70% in DirecTV to TPG and exiting fully from the entertainment industry. Read more...

Microsoft 365 outage hits as Teams, Outlook, and more services are down on AT&T

Sayan Sen — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 13:10:01 +0000

Microsoft 365 services like Teams, Outlook, and more are currently down, the tech giant has confirmed. Read more...

You won't be able to purchase the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold through AT&T network

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Wed, 14 Aug 2024 12:04:01 +0000

AT&T has confirmed that the recently launched foldable from Google, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, won't be available for purchase through its network, while the rest of the Pixel 9 family will be available. Read more...

Nearly all AT&T cellular customers affected by massive data theft. Here is what you can do

Martin Hodás — Fri, 12 Jul 2024 16:02:01 +0000

The company cooperates with the authorities to investigate the massive security breach. Data was stolen from a third-party cloud platform, and at least one person was already apprehended. Read more...

Here's how AT&T Turbo can help you get enhanced data connectivity in a busy area

Sagar Naresh Bhavsar — Thu, 02 May 2024 04:14:01 +0000

AT&T has launched a new privileged plan, which a customer can purchase for some extra bucks to get a data boost to run high-performance apps such as games, video calling apps, etc. on the go. Read more...

FCC launches investigation into AT&T nationwide outage that cut off emergency services

Martin Hodás — Sun, 10 Mar 2024 11:14:01 +0000

The Federal Communications Commission announced that it plans to take a closer look at AT&T's hours-long network disruption, which caused trouble for millions of customers in late February. Read more...

Google and AT&T invest in beating Starlink in satellite-to-smartphone technology

Martin Hodás — Tue, 23 Jan 2024 10:56:01 +0000

SpaceX is not the only company trying to enable regular phones to connect directly via satellites. Major U.S. tech and telecom companies now invest in Starlink competitor with the same technology. Read more...

AT&T email users being hacked to steal cryptocurrency

Steve Bennett — Thu, 27 Apr 2023 08:44:01 +0000

Users of AT&T email accounts are facing a wave of hacks by bad actors who are seeking to steal cryptocurrency, by utilising API issues in the service to take control of email addresses. Read more...

AT&T partners with Samsung to launch a kids' edition of Galaxy Tab A7 Lite

Anushe Fawaz — Mon, 31 Oct 2022 18:44:01 +0000

AT&T is introducing its first-ever tablet for kids as the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite Kids Edition. The tablet is in partnership with Samsung and consists of educational apps and parental controls. Read more...

Warner Bros. Discovery is merging Discovery Plus with HBO Max

Karthik Mudaliar — Mon, 14 Mar 2022 16:40:01 +0000

Warner Bros. Discovery, which recently got merged with AT&T-owned WarnerMedia, is now merging its streaming platform Discovery Plus with HBO Max as well, as announced by CFO Funnar Wiedenfels. Read more...

AT&T joins Ericsson's 5G consumer tech hub to connect with startups

Paul Hill — Mon, 21 Feb 2022 20:04:02 +0000

AT&T has joined the Ericsson Startup 5G hub which will allow the carrier to connect with startups developing new products and services that leverage 5G networks that have recently been deployed. Read more...

FAA starts clearing US planes for landing after reaching truce with telcos about 5G towers

Alap Naik Desai — Fri, 21 Jan 2022 22:36:01 +0000

After telecom companies Verizon and AT&T agreed to delay deployment of 5G towers near airports, the FAA has started to rapidly clear airplanes for landing as the C-band won't hamper altimeters. Read more...

U.S. telcos relent and delay 5G deployment near airports to ease tensions with the FAA

Alap Naik Desai — Tue, 18 Jan 2022 22:20:01 +0000

AT&T and Verizon have agreed to delay switching on some 5G towers near airports to ease the growing tension with the FAA as the agency is adamant the waves negatively impact sensitive equipment. Read more...

Microsoft acquires AT&T's global programmatic advertising marketplace, Xandr

Fiza Ali — Wed, 22 Dec 2021 16:26:01 +0000

With the technology that Xandr will bring, Microsoft will be able to accelerate its delivery of digital advertising and retail media capabilities for an enhanced digital ad marketplace. Read more...

Qualcomm, AT&T, Xiaomi, Samsung, and more collaborate to drive 5G mmWave growth

Usama Jawad — Mon, 28 Jun 2021 10:16:01 +0000

Qualcomm has announced that it is partnering with over 35 companies worldwide to drive the growth of 5G mmWave, which will potentially allow users to download a 120-minute 4K UHD movie in 27 seconds. Read more...

WarnerMedia and Discovery are merging to create a unified streaming portfolio

João Carrasqueira — Mon, 17 May 2021 14:40:01 +0000

AT&T and Discovery have announced that WarnerMedia is merging with the latter company to create a unified portfolio of content and and stronger presence in the video streaming market. Read more...

The OnePlus 9 series is only certified for U.S. 5G on T-Mobile

Rich Woods — Tue, 23 Mar 2021 16:18:01 +0000

Today, OnePlus announced its newest series of flagship smartphones, the OnePlus 9 series. In bad news for most customers, the pair of handsets will only get 5G connectivity on T-Mobile. Read more...

AT&T expands 5G to all on older unlimited wireless plans

Paul Hill — Fri, 12 Mar 2021 21:24:01 +0000

AT&T has announced that customer on older unlimited wireless plans will be able to use the firm's 5G and 5G+ networks. It said the move was to show appreciation to long-term customers. Read more...

Microsoft's Surface Duo is just $10 a month on AT&T right now if you trade in a phone

Rich Woods — Fri, 19 Feb 2021 22:36:01 +0000

Today, AT&T is launching a new deal for the Surface Duo. If you go and trade in an eligible device, you can get the dual-screen smartphone for just $10 a month. It's $33.33 a month without trade-in. Read more...

AT&T is offering affordable wireless data plans to teachers and students

Usman Khan Lodhi — Thu, 12 Nov 2020 20:52:01 +0000

The firm is attempting to enable connected learning by offering discounted wireless data plans, including free hotspots. It is also committing $10 million to help underserved communities. Read more...

Apple's iPhone 12 series costs $30 more if you're on T-Mobile, for the same device

Rich Woods — Tue, 13 Oct 2020 19:44:01 +0000

Apple finally announced its iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 mini today, promising that they start at $799 and $699, respectively. Unfortunately, it seems that they actually cost $30 more on T-Mobile. Read more...

AT&T now lets customers combine different unlimited plans

João Carrasqueira — Mon, 28 Sep 2020 15:40:01 +0000

AT&T has announced Unlimited Your Way, letting families benefit from activating multiple lines while giving each family member whichever variant of the carrier's Unlimited plans they prefer. Read more...

AT&T is launching new hotspot with mmWave and sub-6 5G this Friday

João Carrasqueira — Tue, 15 Sep 2020 14:40:01 +0000

AT&T has announced a new mobile 5G hotspot that supports both its sub-6GHz and mmWave 5G networks. It also uses Wi-Fi 6, and it can connect up to 32 devices at once. It will cost $509.99. Read more...

Microsoft's Surface Duo handset is available today for $1,399

Rich Woods — Thu, 10 Sep 2020 12:00:01 +0000

After nearly a year of waiting, Microsoft's dual-screen smartphone, the Surface Duo, is available for everyone to purchase. It starts at $1,399, and you can get it from Microsoft, Best Buy, and AT&T. Read more...

Microsoft Surface Duo renders leak; coming to AT&T

Rich Woods — Sat, 08 Aug 2020 00:56:01 +0000

As Microsoft is prepping to launch its dual-screen smartphone, called the Surface Duo, renders of the device have now leaked, and apparently Microsoft is making carrier deals for the handset. Read more...

AT&T's real 5G expands once again, inching closer to T-Mobile

João Carrasqueira — Tue, 30 Jun 2020 09:54:01 +0000

AT&T has announced yet another expansion of its low-band 5G network, adding 28 new markets across the U.S. The network now covers 179 million people in 355 markets in the United States. Read more...

Every major cell carrier in the U.S. is having service outages today

Rich Woods — Mon, 15 Jun 2020 20:58:30 +0000

A number of users in the United States are reporting the inability to make phone calls right now. Moreover, this seems to be affecting all carriers in the country, such as Verizon, T-Mobile, and more. Read more...

AT&T's sub-6GHz 5G expands to 137 new markets, covering over 160 million people

João Carrasqueira — Mon, 15 Jun 2020 15:38:01 +0000

AT&T has announced the expansion of its sub-6GHz 5G network to 137 new markets, for a total of 327. The network now covers 160 million people, with mmWave 5G available in select cities. Read more...

Warner Bros. Interactive may be being sold, with EA, Take-Two, and Activision interested

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Sat, 13 Jun 2020 09:46:02 +0000

A new report has surfaced saying the Warner Bros. gaming division is being considered for sale, with the deal including studios like NetherRealm, Rocksteady, Monolith Productions, and others. Read more...

US wireless carriers are donating thousands of phone chargers to hospitals

Usman Khan Lodhi — Thu, 30 Apr 2020 06:18:01 +0000

AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon have partnered with iHeartMedia in an initiative, so patients can have all they need during their lengthy stays in hospitals. Up to 40,000 chargers will be donated. Read more...

Google reportedly pulls the March security update for Pixel 4 users on AT&T

Abhay V — Tue, 03 Mar 2020 21:36:01 +0000

Google is reportedly pulling the March security updates for Pixel 4 users on AT&T. Users began reporting that the update breaks Google Pay, likely because the AT&T build wasn't certified by Google. Read more...

AT&T launches Call Validation Displays, based on STIR/SHAKEN protocols

João Carrasqueira — Wed, 18 Dec 2019 17:52:01 +0000

AT&T is the latest carrier to join the ongoing effort to combat robocalls in the United States. The new Call Validation Displays is now available to a few phones on the company's network. Read more...

AT&T lights up 5G in New York City but only for businesses

Rich Woods — Tue, 06 Aug 2019 21:38:01 +0000

AT&T announced today that it's finally bringing its 5G network to New York City; however, the bad news is that for now, the carrier's 5G network is still only limited to businesses. Read more...

Microsoft announces multiyear deal with AT&T to innovate on cloud, AI, and 5G

Hamza Jawad — Wed, 17 Jul 2019 16:46:01 +0000

Microsoft has announced a new partnership with AT&T which will see both companies collaborate on new tech including AI and 5G. Tech-enabled approaches will also be undertaken to do social good. Read more...

AT&T is informing customers that it's cancelling their Galaxy Fold preorders

Muhammad Jarir Kanji — Thu, 13 Jun 2019 13:18:01 +0000

AT&T is following in Best Buy's footsteps and will be cancelling all preorders for the Galaxy Fold as a result of Samsung's decision to delay the release of its upcoming foldable phone. Read more...