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1Q 2010

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While AT&T is getting the most press for its network problems, its mobile data network traffic is not the highest. This study provides a step-by-step analysis of the factors driving mobile data network traffic for Verizon Wireless, AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile and the combination of all other US carriers. Factors quantified as contributing to mobile operator data traffic levels include total data devices by operator, total data-activated devices by operator, and total data consumption by device type by operator.

Devices analyzed include:

Handsets: smartphones, enhanced phones, low-end phones, ultra-low end phones;
External Modems: PC Cards, USB modems, 3G/Wi-Fi routers;
Computing Devices: laptops, netbooks, MIDs, smartbooks
Consumer Electronics: mobile gaming console, mobile media player, mobile digital still camera, mobile digital camcorder, connected navigation devices, other (mostly mobile e-readers)

The Research Report also quantifies the mobile network data traffic levels for the business and consumer segments by operator, including each segment's activated data device distribution. Also included in this analysis are a detailed explanation of the factors causing AT&T's network issues, the significant trends driving mobile data network traffic, and operator recommendations.