AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon reached an agreement in principle to form a joint venture targeting wireless dead zones across the United States. The carriers will pool spectrum resources to increase network capacity in rural and remote areas.
The partnership creates a unified platform for satellite providers to reach more customers. This move positions the carriers to compete in the emerging satellite-to-phone market against rivals like SpaceX’s Starlink.
The venture aims to provide a seamless connection for all customers in underserved locations regardless of their primary carrier. The deal remains subject to definitive agreements and customary closing conditions.