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3G

The AT&T 3G network uses HSDPA/UMTS technology (High Speed Downlink Packet Access/Universal Mobile Telephone System), which makes it possible to enjoy a variety of feature-rich wireless services.

  • Access CV for faster, on-demand viewing of high-quality video clips from your favorite TV shows, news, sport and weather
  • Surf the wireless Internet faster and significantly lower your wait for page loads
  • Download files and access email faster from favorite providers like Yahoo!, MSN, and AOL.
  • Multi-task while you are on a call - search for movies times, look up directions, or send messages.
  • Get more done with faster access to email and internet. AT&T LaptopConnect gives you the power of the AT&T network while you're on the go

3G also gives AT&T the advantage of offering simultaneous voice and data services. That means you can talk and use the Internet at the same time. How's that for multitasking?

GSM

GSM is the world's most popular wireless phone technology used by more than 1 billion people in 200-plus countries around the world. GSM offers customers unparalleled global roaming capabilities, as well as the truest voice quality in wireless.

EDGE

In 2003, Cingular launched the world's first commercial deployment of wireless services using Enhanced Data rates for GSM Evolution (EDGE) technology. EDGE is a third-generation high-speed mobile data and internet access technology, with average rates that are fast enough to support a wide range of advanced data services, including streaming audio and video, fast Internet access, and large file downloads.

You will find more information about GSM at GSM World. For information about other wireless technologies, visit CTIA.