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AT&T now official wireless provider at U.S. Disney Parks
07/23/2013

AT&T and Disney Parks today announced an agreement that makes AT&T the official wireless provider for Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort.

Through the agreement, AT&T will have various marketing and branding opportunities, including sponsoring Disney-created soccer and runDisney events at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. In addition, Disney will join AT&T to educate Cast Members and guests about "It Can Wait®," AT&T's groundbreaking initiative to educate consumers about the dangers of texting while driving. AT&T and Disney will also collaborate to enhance the experience for the growing number of Disney guests using smart phones and tablets during their visit. Furthermore, Cast Members will use new mobile devices on AT&T's network to help deliver Disney's legendary guest service. "We are excited about the opportunity to work with AT&T," said Meg Crofton, president of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Operations, United States and France. "This alliance joins two companies that share a commitment to providing quality experiences, and we look forward to the collaboration as we continue to leverage technology to enhance the experience for our Guests."

In addition to the agreement, AT&T is enhancing its network across Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort using a variety of technologies including:

• More than 25 distributed antenna systems to enhance the wireless capacity in areas with high mobile traffic
• More than 350 small cells to extend network connectivity 10 cell sites across Walt Disney World Resort to provide wide-ranging mobile service to guests
• Nearly 50 repeaters to further provide an even more consistent and reliable mobile experience for both guests and Cast Members.[/

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