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AT&T Boosts 3G Network Speeds

Jun 4, 2008, 7:53 AM by Eric M. Zeman

AT&T has completed upgrades to its HSPA 3G network that increase uplink and downlink data speeds. Under real-world conditions, LaptopConnect users can expect downlink speeds between 700 kbps and 1.7 Mbps. This is up from 600 kbps to 1.4 Mbps. As for uplink speeds, they will range between 500 kbps and 1.2 Mbps, up from between 500 kbps and 800 kbps. AT&T's 3G network is present in 275 markets in the U.S. AT&T plans to add 75 more markets by the end of 2008.

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johnnycashak

Jun 6, 2008, 5:51 PM

Any word on which 75 markets it's coming to next?

I keep hearing rumors and innuendo that Alaska's major cities are on that list, but I can't get anyone to confirm beyond a wink wink nudge nudge.

bones boy

Jun 4, 2008, 5:12 PM

verified in Houston...

...speed test showing about 1400 kbps down and 1000 kbps up with Sierra Wireless' AT&T branded HSUPA 3G card. Very nice AT&T.

Jayshmay

I just want to say thank you for reporting on Houston's AT&T network, because I am planning on moving to Houston, and it's nice to know Houston has a snappy 3G network.

So are you really happy with the speeds & service that you get from AT&T fo...
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