The GSM network integration, which began shortly after the merger of Cingular Wireless and AT&T Wireless in October 2004, has been completed now.

The result of the integration currently gives customers access to nearly 47,000 cell sites throughout the country. Along with funding integration, Cingular is currently deploying its 3G UMTS/HSDPA (Universal Mobile Telephone System/High Speed Downlink Packet Access) network throughout the country. The 3G service, which offers mobile wireless broadband connections averaging 400-700 kilobits per second (Kbps), is available in 105 markets (populations of 100 thousand or more) in and around 44 major metropolitan cities. Customers can use the 3G connections to access e-mail and information services or watch streaming video clips from some of their favorite entertainment outlets using Cingular Video.

"With integration complete, we're now focused on quickly offering 3G services in all of the top metropolitan markets and surrounding areas," said Reynolds. "We want our customers to have a similar broadband experience whether they're in their homes, at work, or at the park. Staying connected to information is great - getting it anytime, anywhere and at lightening-fast speeds is priceless."