AT&T shuts down 3G network to transition to 5G

College Park, MD – AT&T turned off its 3G wireless network on Monday as it looks to use those freed wavelengths for its faster 4G network. According to the company less than 1% of its mobile data traffic ran through its 3G network the week pending the shutdown. However, other companies’ products will be affected by the shutdown such as GM’s OnStar system and ADT’s home security systems.

AT&T to Pay Millions for Illegally Charging Consumers

AT&T Mobility has agreed to pay a $105 million settlement for charging customers for third party services they had not agreed to pay for, a process known as mobile “cramming.”

Students Get Virtual Lesson on Texting, Driving Dangers

Glen Burnie High School students learn about the dangers of texting while driving and other forms of distracted driving.

Texting Dangers- Students test drive distracted driving

GLEN BURNIE- Some local residents find out first-hand about the dangers of texting and driving. The Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration and AT&T held an event featuring a distracted driving simulation for students. The event is part of the “It Can Wait” campaign, persuading people to ignore the text and focus on the road.