OREANDA-NEWS. AT&T1 launched ultra-fast Internet service today with speeds up to 1 gigabit per second over the AT&T GigaPower network to homes, apartments and small businesses in parts of Hendersonville and surrounding communities.2

This launch of service is in addition to Nashville-area cities where AT&T had previously made the ultra-fast Internet service available: Clarksville, Franklin, Gallatin, Lebanon, Murfreesboro, Nashville, Smyrna, Spring Hill and surrounding communities.

Internet speeds up to 1 gigabit per second over the 100% fiber AT&T GigaPower network let you instantly access the latest online movies, music, games, and can improve your experience when connecting to the cloud, videoconferencing and more. With speeds up to 1 gigabit per second you can download 25 songs in less than a second, a TV show in three seconds or your favorite HD movie in less than 36 seconds.3

“For many years, private industry has offered high-speed Internet connections that improve access to education, health care and employment opportunities here in Hendersonville,” said State Sen. Ferrell Haile. “Today’s announcement that AT&T will offer its ultra-fast fiber network in our community is yet another example of the important investments being made in Sumner County.”

“This type of investment in cutting-edge technology is exactly why we are constantly working in Nashville and with local leaders to cultivate a business-friendly environment,” said State Rep. Courtney Rogers. “There is so much growth and energy here in Hendersonville, and the availability of residential gigabit Internet access will be key as we continue to attract new businesses and residents to the area.”

“The work being done by Sen. Haile, Rep. Rogers and Rep. Lamberth, along with our local elected officials, is vital to our efforts to attract new investments from the private sector in Sumner County,” said Jimmy Johnston, president and CEO of Forward Sumner. “When you combine the positive business environment that we enjoy in Sumner County with the increased availability of this modern communications infrastructure, we are certainly improving our ability to attract employers to Sumner County.”

“The billions of dollars AT&T has invested in our wired and wireless high-speed Internet networks is possible in large part because of the smart, pro-investment policies and pro-business pursuits of our state and local leaders,” said Kathy Sager, regional director of external and legislative affairs for AT&T in Tennessee. “We are excited to extend the area’s first 100% fiber optic network to offer speeds up to 1 gigabit per second to residential and small business customers, and we can’t wait to see what people in Hendersonville do with those speeds.”

AT&T GigaPower customers also have access to the latest Wi-Fi technology, making it possible to enjoy our best in-home Wi-Fi experience. You receive faster Wi-Fi speeds, expanded coverage and support for all of your devices.

Customers on the AT&T GigaPower network in the Nashville area will be able to choose between our award-winning DIRECTV or U-verse TV services.

When you sign up for qualified DIRECTV programming, you get immediate access to a broad range of TV content on your compatible mobile device through our DIRECTV application, even before we install your TV service, through our “Walk out Watching” program.4

In the home DIRECTV customers with qualified programming have access to more than 315 channels, more than 200 in full-time HD, and the most comprehensive selection of sports programming. You can watch the programming you love, live or On Demand and experience it on almost any screen. DIRECTV On Demand offers access to more than 10,000 movies and shows to high-speed Internet customers with connected set-top boxes, including the hottest new Pay Per View releases.

Customers on the AT&T GigaPower network who order AT&T U-verse TV service can watch and record up to 6 HD programs at the same time, and will be able to record and store more of your favorite shows – up to 900 hours of SD or 330 hours of HD programming.

Consumers in eligible areas can choose from single, double and triple play offers to ensure they have the right combination of services to fit their needs. The packages below include a 3-year price guarantee and waivers of equipment, installation and activation fees.

  • U-verse High Speed Internet Premier: Internet speeds up to 1Gbps starting as low as $70 a month.5
  • U-verse High Speed Internet Premier + TV: Internet speeds up to 1Gbps and qualifying TV service starting as low as $120 a month.
  • U-verse High Speed Internet Premier + TV + Voice: Internet speeds up to 1Gbps with qualifying TV service and Unlimited U-verse Voice starting as low as $150 a month.

We successfully launched the first AT&T GigaPower metro in Austin, Texas 2 years ago. That led to a major expansion in multiple U.S. metros beginning in 2014. In 2015 we marked a major milestone deploying the AT&T GigaPower network to more than 1 million locations, and we expect to more than double availability by the end of 2016.

AT&T GigaPower is now available in 20 of the nation’s largest metros areas, and we’ve announced plans to expand our ultra-fast Internet service in parts of 36 additional metro areas - which will total at least 56 metros served.

We plan to continue to roll out our fastest Internet services over a 100% fiber network to reach more than 14 million residential and commercial locations.

AT&T has invested in Tennessee communications networks, people and local communities for 136 years. Between 2012 through 2014, AT&T invested more than $1.2 billion in its best-in-class wireless and wired networks in Tennessee, driving a wide range of upgrades to enhance reliability, coverage, speed and performance for residents and business customers. AT&T employs more than 5,000 people across the state.

For more information on AT&T GigaPower, or to check availability, please visit att.com/gigapower.

1 AT&T products and services are provided or offered by subsidiaries and affiliates of AT&T Inc. under the AT&T brand name and not by AT&T Inc.

2 Initial availability limited to select areas. May not be available in your area.

3 Internet speed claims represent maximum network service capability speeds. Actual customer speeds may vary and are not guaranteed. Actual speeds vary based on factors incl site traffic, content provider server capacity, internal network management factors, device capabilities and use of other U-verse services.  For more info, go to www.att.com/speed101.

4 Limit 5 shows/devices at once. Channels vary. Access expires at earliest of 14 days/system installation. Data rates may apply. Additional restrictions apply.

5 AT&T GigaPower Premier offer is available with agreement from customer to participate in AT&T Internet Preferences. Other equipment fees may apply. AT&T may use Web browsing information, like the search terms entered and the Web pages visited, to provide customers with relevant offers and ads tailored to their interests. Different offers and prices may apply for small businesses.