First Responders Get the Mission-Critical
Connectivity they Require on America's Public Safety Network and
Now Save 25% for their Family on America's Most Reliable 5G
Network1
DALLAS, Aug. 8, 2022
/PRNewswire/ --
What's the news? AT&T* is delivering 'FirstNet
and Family,' a simplified experience that gives America's first
responders the best of 2 networks – public safety's
FirstNet® network and the AT&T commercial network – to
keep their worlds connected. Public safety gets mission-critical,
always-on priority connectivity on FirstNet, and beginning
August 9 their family members get to
save 25% on eligible unlimited wireless plans2 on the
AT&T commercial network – all on a single account.
Why is this important? For those who dedicate their
lives to serving their communities, many only see the badge, the
firehose, or the stethoscope; but first responders are also moms
and dads, husbands and wives, daughters and sons. As public
safety's partner, we're ensuring they have the best customer
experience for their entire household, while also delivering on the
best connectivity required for their professional operations and
familial commitments. With FirstNet and Family, getting the right
kind of connectivity (whether a first responder on FirstNet or a
family member on AT&T) is easier and more inclusive while
helping take care of the family with significant savings.
Today, more than 21,800 agencies and organizations – accounting
for 3.7 million connections3 – use FirstNet, Built with
AT&T to stay mission-ready. We've seen significant growth
in FirstNet because the public safety community recognizes
commercial networks aren't designed – and are not subject to the
rigorous level of oversight and accountability by the federal
government – to properly handle the specific and niche demands of
first responders. They were built to meet the broad needs of the
general population (the family). And that's why public safety has
FirstNet.
How is FirstNet better than commercial networks for first
responders? FirstNet is the only network built with and
for America's first responders. Created following the 9/11
terrorist attacks, FirstNet is providing first responders with
superior security, truly dedicated coverage and capacity when they
need it and unique benefits they can't get anywhere else. It is the
only network that gives first responders always-on priority
and preemption. Every day. Around the clock. No matter where in the
U.S. the emergency is happening. This is revolutionary. And it's
essential because we can't predict when or where emergencies are
going to happen. With FirstNet, the public safety community never
has to waste critical time dialing codes or asking for permissions.
Because when seconds matter, you don't have time to wait for
network access.
What will service be like for my family? Our mission is
to be the best connectivity provider in America, whether you're at
home, work or on the move. And with 3 plan options under Unlimited
Your WaySM, families can pick the perfect plan for each
member on the account and get a 25% off discount. All plans include
unlimited talk, text and data, as well as AT&T 5G access and
AT&T ActiveArmorSM mobile security4 – a
free app to help you block spam calls and more.
AT&T 5G is fast, reliable, secure. Currently reaching more
than 277 million people in more than 18,000 cities and towns in the
U.S., we continue to invest in expanding 5G to give families across
the country unique experiences, faster speeds and capacity to do
more of the things they like.
How else can first responders and their families save?
Whether you're shopping at one of our 5,000+ retail stores or
online, we're committed to delivering public safety the
capabilities they need with the affordability they require:
- New to FirstNet? Individual first responders can also
get 50% off 3 months of FirstNet service when they
purchase a new FirstNet Ready® smartphone.5
- Don't be late! First responders and family members can also
save big on the latest smartwatches: Buy Apple Watch and get
Apple Watch SE on us6; or buy an eligible Samsung Galaxy
Watch4 Series and get one free.7
- Time for an upgrade? Check out the latest FirstNet Ready®
device offers here.
Where can I find more information? Members of the
public safety community and their families can move to 'FirstNet
and Family' by shopping at one of our 5,000+ retail stores or
online. To learn more about the value FirstNet and Family is
bringing to the public safety community, check out FirstNet.com,
and click here for more FirstNet news.
What people are saying:
Jeff McElfresh
COO,
AT&T
"It's an honor to deliver FirstNet, the only
network built with and for public safety. This vital work helping
keep the brave people on the front lines connected in any emergency
has also transformed our operations from communications provider
into a true public safety company. And of course, our nation's
first responders also have family lives. So we're proud to offer
them the convenience of FirstNet and Family, a single solution that
delivers the best wireless experience for both their critical
mission at work and loved ones at home."
Ron Brooks
Executive
Director, National Narcotics Officers Associations'
Coalition
"The National Narcotics Officers Associations'
Coalition represents about 65,000 officers nationwide. And when our
members stressed the need for a streamlined experience for managing
their family's wireless needs in conjunction with their service on
the FirstNet network, we were able to work directly with the
FirstNet team at AT&T to address these concerns. The care and
engagement by the team reinforced that FirstNet is the best option
for our officers, despite numerous offerings available to public
safety, because it is truly built with first
responders."
1 Most Reliable 5G Network based on nationwide GWS
drive test data. GWS conducts paid drive tests for AT&T and
uses the data in its analysis. AT&T 5G requires compatible plan
and device. 5G not available everywhere. Visit att.com/5Gforyou for
details.
2 Requires a FirstNet Unlimited smartphone plan line of
service (min $39.99/mo.) and an
AT&T Unlimited plan line of service (min. $75/mo. before discounts). AT&T may slow
data speeds on consumer lines if the AT&T network is
busy.
3 As of Q2 2022
4 Compatible device for 5G, and AT&T ActiveArmor app
access. Download of app req'd. Some mobile security features are
not avail. while roaming internationally.
5 Ltd. time offer. Available only to verified FirstNet
public safety entities for Subscriber Paid User lines of service.
Req's new line. Credits start w/in 3 bills. If svc cancelled,
credits stop & device balance due. Device must use a FirstNet
SIM. $45 Activation Fee, Add'l fees,
taxes, charges & other restr's apply. See offer details. See
offer details.
6 Limited time. Select devices only. Avail. only to
verified elig. Subscriber Paid Users with an elig. linked consumer
wireless account or a FirstNet and Family account. Req's new line
& min. $329.99 per device on
installment plan. Well-qualified customers only. Up to $330 off after monthly credit applied over term
of installment plan (starts w/in 3 bills). If svc cancelled, device
balance due. If svc. on other lines cancelled w/in 90 days credits
stop. $30 Activ./Upgrade, add'l
fees, taxes, & restr's apply. See offer details.
7 Ltd time. Select devices only. Avail. only to verified
elig. Subscriber Paid Users with an eligible linked consumer
wireless account or a FirstNet and Family account. Req's new line
& min. $ 299.99 per device on
installment plan. Well-qualified customers only. Get 2nd elig.
watch for $0 after monthly credit
applied over term of installment plan. If svc cancelled, device
balance due. If svc. on other lines cancelled. $30 activation/upgrade, add'l fees, taxes &
other charges, & restr's apply. See offer details.
*About AT&T
We help more than 100 million U.S. families, friends and neighbors
connect in meaningful ways every day. From the first phone call
140+ years ago to our 5G wireless and multi-gig internet offerings
today, we @ATT innovate to improve lives. For more information
about AT&T Inc. (NYSE: T), please visit us at about.att.com.
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