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What is causing issues with the iPhone 18 Pro Max on AT&T? Apple remains silent. Table of Contents Apple remains silent on cellular service issues affecting iPhone 18 Pro Max on AT&T. Apple has yet to elucidate the cause of cellular service disruptions plaguing certain $1,299 iPhone 18 Pro Max devices utilized on the AT&T network, just days after announcing that affected units require replacement. Essential Takeaways: * Both Apple and AT&T have refrained from providing explanations regarding why certain iPhone 18 Pro Max models experience cellular service losses. * Devices that have already lost connectivity are beyond software repair and must be exchanged for new units. * The United States variants employ a Qualcomm modem; presently, there is no evidence establishing a connection to the malfunctions. AT&T service interruptions. A subsequent report released on Monday indicated that Apple has not addressed additional inquiries concerning the source of the technical issue. An AT&T representative redirected questions back to Apple, further illuminating the ongoing communication gap. This follows an October 2 statement from Apple, which confirmed that a "small number" of iPhone 18 Pro Max users on AT&T had experienced service loss. Devices impacted cannot make phone calls, send text messages, or access cellular data, with some users encountering the "SOS" alert in their status bars. Apple informed the media that a software update cannot rectify these problems; hence, affected individuals must pursue replacements via Apple Support, AT&T, or designated retail locations. On September 28, Apple issued iOS 27.0.1, succeeded by an AT&T carrier settings update on October 2. This carrier update will automatically download over a 14-day period. AT&T has urged all iPhone 18 Pro Max owners to install these updates promptly, asserting that these two releases aim to mitigate the identified fault. In Other News: Binance AI Agent Constructs Trading Strategies from Basic Language, Charging 19.99 USDC per Trade Questions surrounding the Qualcomm modem. The U.S. iterations of the iPhone 18 Pro Max utilize Qualcomm's Snapdragon X80 modem, whereas international models are equipped with Apple's proprietary C2 chip. The iPhone 18 Pro, which operates on the C2 worldwide, remains unaffected, and Apple indicates that service failures have only been reported among Pro Max variants linked to AT&T. Veteran Apple journalist Michael Simon has observed that the iPhone 17 Pro series utilizes the identical Qualcomm modem yet has not manifested this issue. He contended that the root of the dilemma likely resides within software associated with AT&T's network. Conversely, Monday's follow-up report interpreted the necessity for complete replacements as indicative of a hardware malfunction, albeit no definitive correlation between the modem and the service failure has been substantiated thus far. Historical context of Apple repairs. Apple has yet to reveal the number of phones afflicted by this issue, although numerous owners have voiced grievances on support forums and other digital platforms. Reports indicate that some users encountered service loss immediately upon receiving their devices, while others experienced delays of several days; the precise trigger for this fault remains ambiguous. This particular phone model debuted approximately two weeks prior to Apple's public acknowledgment of the service issue. The tech giant has historically responded to previous iPhone deficits by instituting free repair programs, such as the initiative enacted in 2021 for iPhone 12 models suffering from call audio issues and the 2024 remedy for iPhone 14 Plus cameras. As of now, no formal service initiative exists for this particular fault.

AT&T, Global Infrastructure Partners, and CPP Investments to form new fiber joint venture. Oct 06, 2026, 08:31 ET The joint venture will bring together Forged Fiber 37 and Gigapower under one wholesale fiber commercial open access company to accelerate expansion of fiber internet across more U.S. communities Key Takeaways: * New joint venture will extend AT&T's fiber scale advantage, bringing the unrivaled benefits of fiber connectivity - ultra high-speed, unmatched capacity, and world-class reliability - to more Americans while laying the foundation for an AI-enabled future * This joint venture will create new opportunities for AT&T to grow high-value customer relationships by offering fiber and wireless connectivity services together; customers who subscribe to both enjoy the fastest converged experience in the nation[1] * Leading digital infrastructure investors Global Infrastructure Partners and CPP Investments will support AT&T's plans to accelerate fiber expansion across more U.S. communities * Transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2027 DALLAS, Oct. 6, 2026/PRNewswire/ - AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T) affiliates and affiliates of Global Infrastructure Partners ("GIP"), a part of BlackRock, and Canada Pension Plan Investment Board ("CPP Investments") have agreed to form a new U.S. fiber joint venture (the "JV") to bring fiber to more homes across the country. The JV will operate as a leading wholesale fiber commercial open access company and will include Forged Fiber 37 - the newly created subsidiary holding the fiber build engine, network assets, and operations that AT&T recently acquired from Lumen, and Gigapower - AT&T's existing wholesale fiber joint venture with GIP.[2] The investments by AT&T - America's largest fiber provider - and GIP and CPP Investments will enable the planned acceleration of fiber builds in more communities across the country. The JV will help accelerate delivery of critical infrastructure needed to help meet America's growing demand for high-performance advanced connectivity as AI begins to reshape network traffic. This supports AT&T's plans to reach more than 60 million fiber locations by the end of 2030.[3] "Fiber is the definitive connectivity technology for an AI-driven world," said John Stankey, Chairman and CEO of AT&T. "Demand for symmetrical, high-capacity, low-latency connectivity is only increasing, and this JV will bring the unmatched benefits of high-speed, reliable fiber connectivity to more Americans. By partnering with leading digital infrastructure investors, we see significant opportunity to strengthen our scale advantage in fiber, broaden availability of our award-winning services and grow our leadership in converged fiber and 5G connectivity." "Reliable, high-speed connectivity is becoming increasingly essential to how Americans work, learn and access services," added Mark Florian, Head of GIP Mid-Markets Funds. "By bringing Gigapower and Forged Fiber 37 together, this joint venture with AT&T and CPP Investments aims to help meet growing demand for high-capacity broadband, while providing our clients with exposure to a scaled infrastructure business positioned to benefit from the long-term digitalization of the global economy." "Demand for reliable, high-capacity connectivity continues to grow, making fiber infrastructure an increasingly important part of the digital economy," said James Bryce, Managing Director and Head of Infrastructure at CPP Investments. "By combining AT&T's extensive fiber expertise with strategic capital, this joint venture is well positioned to expand critical connectivity across the United States and to generate long-term investment value for the CPP Fund." The JV's well-established fiber construction capabilities from Forged Fiber 37 and Gigapower will help AT&T continue to efficiently expand its fiber service beyond its traditional service areas. Partnering with GIP and CPP Investments underscores market confidence in AT&T's strategy and ongoing fiber build while providing AT&T with a capital-light path to further expand its fiber service in major metro areas across 16 states, including Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Oregon, and Washington. Pairing the JV's fiber build capabilities with AT&T's extensive distribution will enable AT&T to continue offering more customers fiber internet and 5G wireless connectivity and grow its base of high-value converged customers. Terms of the Agreement and Timing to Close Formation of the JV aligns with AT&T's previously stated plan to bring on an equity partner for Forged Fiber 37. Under the agreement, AT&T will have 50% ownership of the JV, with GIP and CPP Investments collectively owning 50%. AT&T expects to receive proceeds at closing of the transaction which it intends to use in a manner consistent with its capital allocation priorities, including helping the Company achieve its net-debt-to-adjusted EBITDA ratio target in the 2.5x range within approximately three years, funding continued investment in the business, and returning capital to shareholders. The transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2027, subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals. Until close, AT&T expects to continue to report Forged Fiber 37 as held-for-sale and discontinued operations, with the results of operations and direct cash flows excluded from the Company's continuing operations. After close, AT&T does not expect to consolidate the JV's financial results but plans to report its share of the equity income (loss) in earnings, including adjusted EPS from continuing operations. AT&T reiterates the financial outlook and capital allocation plan provided in its second-quarter 2026 earnings release. 2 On February 2, 2026, AT&T closed its transaction with Lumen Technologies, Inc. (Lumen) and acquired substantially all of Lumen's Mass Markets fiber business. The acquisition included customer relationships, which the Company includes with its advanced home internet services, and fiber network assets that were placed in a wholly owned subsidiary, Forged Fiber 37 Services, LLC. 3 Total consumer and business locations reached with fiber represents the sum of: (1) AT&T Owned and Operated locations, which reflect its customer locations passed by AT&T's fiber network and (2) AT&T Fiber Ventures locations, which represent locations served from the acquired mass markets fiber business, Gigapower, and other commercial open access providers. About AT&T We help more than 100 million U.S. families, friends and neighbors, plus nearly 2.5 million businesses, connect to greater possibility. From the first phone call 150 years ago to our 5G wireless and multi-gig internet offerings today, we @ATT innovate to improve lives. For more information about AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T), please visit us at about.att.com. Investors can learn more at investors.att.com. About Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), a part of BlackRock Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), a part of BlackRock, is a leading infrastructure investor that specializes in investing in, owning, and operating some of the largest and most complex assets across the energy, transport, digital infrastructure, and water and waste management sectors. GIP's scaled platform has over $200 billion in assets under management. We believe that our focus on real infrastructure assets, combined with our deep proprietary origination network and comprehensive operational expertise, enables us to be responsible stewards of our clients' capital and create positive economic impact for communities. For more information, visit www.global-infra.com About CPP Investments Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPP Investments(TM) is a professional investment management organization that manages the Canada Pension Plan Fund in the best interest of the more than 22 million contributors and beneficiaries. In order to build diversified portfolios of assets, we make investments around the world in public equities, private equities, real estate, infrastructure, fixed income and alternative strategies including in partnership with funds. Headquartered in Toronto, with offices in Hong Kong, London, Mumbai, New York City, São Paulo and Sydney, CPP Investments is governed and managed independently of the Canada Pension Plan and at arm's length from governments. At June 30, 2026, the Fund totalled C$863.6 billion. For more information, please visit www.cppinvestments.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram or on X @CPPInvestments. Cautionary Language Concerning Forward-Looking Statements Information set forth in this news release contains financial estimates and other forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, and actual results might differ materially. A discussion of factors that may affect future results is contained in AT&T's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. AT&T disclaims any obligation to update and revise statements contained in this news release based on new information or otherwise. This news release may contain certain non-GAAP financial measures. Reconciliations between the non-GAAP financial measures and the GAAP financial measures are available on the company's website at investors.att.com. Net debt and adjusted EBITDA estimates depend on future levels of revenues, expenses and other metrics which are not reasonably estimable at this time. Accordingly, AT&T cannot provide reconciliations between projected free cash flow and projected net debt-to-adjusted EBITDA and the most comparable GAAP metrics and related ratios without unreasonable effort. SOURCE AT&T

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