DALLAS, Sept. 18, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- What if you
could go camping and still stay connected in the great
outdoors?
We've teamed with Airstream to bring 4G LTE connectivity to the
iconic Airstream Silver Bullet. It's an industry first and
AT&T* is the exclusive wireless provider.
The groundbreaking feature launches in 2019 model Airstream
Classic travel trailers. AT&T data plans start at $25 per month for 5 gigabytes of monthly
data.1 Or for $360 get 1
year of unlimited data.2
With the connected Airstream Classic, you stay in touch with
family and friends. Or take your office on your next camping
trip.
There's no longer any reason to miss anything when you're
unwinding at the campsite. Connect your smartphone or tablet to the
Airstream's powerful Wi-Fi hotspot. And remotely monitor and
control temperature, lighting, and more through the Smart Control
mobile app.
"The Internet of Things is transforming the way we work and play
every day," said Chris Penrose,
President, IoT Solutions, AT&T. "We're making it easier to stay
connected and bring the conveniences of home – even while you're
out camping with friends or family."
"Digital technology has improved almost every aspect of our
lives," said Airstream President and CEO Bob Wheeler. "Shouldn't it make camping better,
too? We think so. That's why we're leading the way with our new
Smart Control Technology and connectivity solution, starting with
our Airstream Classic travel trailers."
Smart Control gives you:
- More control -- Remotely monitor and control indoor
temperature, propane tanks, battery power, water levels, lighting,
awnings, ventilation and more through the mobile app.
- Connectivity -- Connect to 10 smartphones, tablets and smart
TVs to your Airstream's Wi-Fi. Stream music, watch your favorite TV
shows and stay connected to family and friends.
- Peace of mind -- GPS locator guides owners back to their
Airstream from an outdoor adventure.
Tune in to this video to see how the connected travel trailer
works, Go here to learn more. Learn more about AT&T's data
plans here. Existing owners go here to learn how to add this
solution to your Airstream Classic.
Take a tour of the connected Airstream at AT&T Business
Summit in Dallas Sept. 23-25.
About Airstream
Airstream, manufacturer of the iconic
"silver bullet" travel trailer, is the longest-tenured recreational
vehicle manufacturer in the world. The company's mission, as set
forth by founder Wally Byam, is to create well-designed,
high-quality products that allow people to follow their dreams and
explore the world in home-like comfort.
A steadfast commitment to Byam's credo, "Let's not make changes,
let's only make improvements," has made the aluminum Airstream
trailer a timeless classic. An unwavering focus on innovation
keeps the company at the forefront of technology and customer
experience in both the trailer and motorized sectors.
Airstream is based in Jackson Center, Ohio, where a team of skilled craftspeople
builds each trailer by hand, adding daily to the brand's reputation
for quality and innovation.
Airstream is subsidiary of Elkhart, IN-based Thor
Industries (NYSE: THO), the world's largest manufacturer of
RVs.
*About AT&T Communications
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**Coverage not available everywhere. Based on overall coverage
in U.S. licensed/roaming areas. Reliability based on voice and data
performance from independent 3rd party data.
1 Weekend Adventure: 5GB for $25 for 1 month (30 days). AT&T wireless
acct req'd. Svc & coverage not avail. everywhere.
Svc renews and is billed monthly until canceled. Pro-rata
refund not avail. Other charges, & restr's.
2 Unlimited Adventure: Unlimited for $360 for 1 year (365 days). AT&T
wireless acct req'd. Svc & coverage not avail.
everywhere. Cancel at any time. Pro-rata refund not avail.
Not transferable. Other charges, & restr's.
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