FRAMINGHAM, Mass., Jan. 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- To address the growing demand for advanced wireless data products and services, such as the BlackBerry(R) Bold(TM) and the LG Incite(TM), AT&T Mobility today unveiled its network expansion plans for Massachusetts in the coming year. The company plans to roll out its third generation (3G) mobile broadband network in new communities in western Massachusetts including many areas in Worcester, Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin and Berkshire Counties.

AT&T Mobility's 3G wireless network is available in nearly 350 major metropolitan areas in the U.S. and ranked as the nation's fastest according to recent data compiled by leading independent research firms. By continuing to expand the company's 3G wireless footprint in Massachusetts, the company is offering more consumers and businesses broadband-like speed and access to the latest interactive voice, video and data applications.

"We're committed to delivering dependable high speed wireless access in more places across Massachusetts for consumers and business customers who need to stay connected to work, family and friends," said Michelle Consalvo, vice president of external affairs for AT&T Services, Inc. in New England. "We will continue to invest in our statewide technology infrastructure to ensure that customers in Massachusetts have the latest in wireless technology available."

This year's plan builds on the company's 2008 investment, which added 3G service to more than 200 cell sites across the state, bringing wireless broadband capability to new areas including Cape Cod, New Bedford, Fall River, Worcester and Springfield.

"Providing a diverse lineup of cutting-edge wireless devices that take advantage of our network investment is a constant priority, as our customers demand and deserve the best that the industry has to offer," said Steve Krom, vice president and general manager for the company's New England operations. "We recently introduced a new store prototype in Braintree that allows our customers to experience new technology in a try-before-you-buy retail environment. We plan to roll out this model to additional locations throughout New England later this year."

AT&T Mobility operates 47 company-owned retail locations in Massachusetts. The company's products and services are also available at a number of other authorized dealers and national retail locations.

To find out more details about AT&T Mobility's coverage in Massachusetts or anywhere in the United States, consumers can go to http://www.wireless.att.com/coverageviewer/. The online tool provides up-to-date wireless coverage information for specific locations. The tool can measure the quality of coverage based on a street address, intersection, ZIP code or even a landmark.

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