AT&T announced plans to buy NextWave Wireless in a $600 million deal aimed at boosting its spectrum holdings as the company attempts to meet skyrocketing demand from smartphone and other mobile device users. If the agreement is approved, AT&T will acquire NextWave’s Wireless Communication Services and Advanced Wireless Service bands, which could help AT&T grow its 4G LTE Network and up its mobile Internet availability. Under current Federal Communication Commission rules, WCS airwaves cannot be used for mobile Internet service.
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AT&T Snatches More Spectrum With NextWave Buy
Posted by: Rachelle Dragani August 3, 2012 07:00 AMAT&T announced plans to buy NextWave Wireless in a $600 million deal aimed at boosting its spectrum holdings as the company attempts to meet skyrocketing demand from smartphone and other mobile device users. If the agreement is approved, AT&T will acquire NextWave’s Wireless Communication Services and Advanced Wireless Service bands, which could help AT&T grow its 4G LTE Network and up its mobile Internet availability. Under current Federal Communication Commission rules, WCS airwaves cannot be used for mobile Internet service.