Today’s telecom news includes announcements on Mobile Communications America (MCA), MGW Telephone, Ribbon Communications, AT&T, among others.
MCA Launches Managed Cellular DAS to Help Hotels Stay Connected During Carrier Network Upgrades
Mobile Communications America (MCA) has introduced a managed Cellular Distributed Antenna System (DAS) solution designed to help hotels maintain uninterrupted indoor wireless coverage as major U.S. mobile carriers transition away from legacy network technologies. The service addresses carrier transition notices that could leave older in-building wireless systems unsupported, reducing the risk of connectivity disruptions for guests and hotel operations. MCA will manage the complete lifecycle of the solution, including deployment, monitoring, maintenance, and future technology upgrades, allowing hotel operators to modernize their wireless infrastructure without added complexity. The offering ensures reliable voice and data connectivity while preparing hospitality properties for evolving carrier requirements and future mobile network standards.
MGW and Ribbon Partner to Modernize Networks and Expand Rural Broadband Access
MGW Telephone has partnered with Ribbon Communications to modernize its telecommunications infrastructure and accelerate broadband expansion across rural Virginia. The collaboration will deploy Ribbon’s advanced networking solutions and Circuit Emulation Services technology to replace aging legacy systems with a scalable, future-ready platform. The upgraded infrastructure is expected to improve network reliability, operational efficiency, and service quality while supporting Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program objectives. By strengthening digital connectivity in underserved communities, the project will enable faster broadband services, enhance customer experiences, and create a foundation for long-term communications growth, helping bridge the digital divide through resilient next-generation telecommunications infrastructure.
AT&T Enhances Build Your Own Plan with Flexible Home Internet Bundling
AT&T has expanded its Build Your Own Plan offering by enabling customers to easily add America’s Best and Fastest Home Internet to their customizable wireless plans. The enhancement allows users to bundle fiber home internet with mobile services under a single flexible plan tailored to individual household needs. Customers can personalize wireless features while simplifying account management through an integrated connectivity package. The move strengthens AT&T’s converged broadband and mobility strategy, providing greater convenience, improved value, and seamless high-speed connectivity across home and mobile environments. The expanded offering reflects growing demand for flexible, personalized telecommunications services that combine reliable wireless and home internet in one package.
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