AT&T Wi-Fi Services at Sports Venues Take the Action Beyond the Game to Handsets and Laptops

DALLAS, July 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- AT&T*, the nation's largest Wi-Fi network provider with more than 20,000 domestic hot spots and more than 90,000 hot spots globally through roaming partners, announced recent upgrades to AT&T Park's Giants Digital Dugout, the interactive, in-stadium site for San Francisco Giants fans. The Digital Dugout provides an enhanced fan experience with unique applications and exclusive content delivered throughout the ballpark over complimentary AT&T Wi-Fi access for any ballpark visitor with a Wi-Fi enabled device.

Recent upgrades to AT&T Park's Digital Dugout include a new smartphone-friendly interface and additional features, including:

• Food Finder, which allows hungry Giants fans to locate the nearest concession stand.
• FanCaptions, which provides closed captioning of PA announcements for hearing-impaired patrons.
• Pitch Tracker, so fans can enjoy live pitch tracking, score updates and statistics courtesy of MLB.com.
• Games, including Base Runner, Match Game and Buzz!, to challenge and entertain baseball fans with creative and innovative activities.
• Video Content Library, which provides a collection of player interviews, along with great moments in Giants' history.

'The Digital Dugout is really changing the game for Giants fans at AT&T Park,' said Bill Schlough, San Francisco Giants chief information officer. 'We strive to provide an outstanding entertainment experience for each and every one of our ballpark guests, and thanks to AT&T, we have been able to make their visits even more interactive and memorable.'

By bringing fans the ability to experience detailed aspects of the game and have instant access through Wi-Fi access to information at their fingertips, fans receive a unique experience unlike that of a regular sports game. Wi-Fi access at sports venues combines the real-life virtue of 'being there' with watching instant replay and game stats on TV -- a winning combination. AT&T Wi-Fi Services also provides access at a number of sports venues around the country, including AT&T Center in San Antonio, Texas, and Quicken Arena in Cleveland, Ohio.

'Wi-Fi access is the perfect way to reach fans when they're enjoying a game,' said Angie Wiskocil, senior vice president for AT&T Wi-Fi Services.