Should AT&T Change Its Name?

Question

The merger between Bellsouth and AT&T would further recreate the telecommunications monopoly that existed before the old AT&T was broken up in 1984. It seems like yesterday, but it was 22 years ago when AT&T was broken into several companies. The breakup brought about temporary drop in our phone bill, but things have since gone back to the way it was prior to the breakup. “What should the customer expect of the mother Bell as she reunites with some of her children” ask Elie of NamingJournal.com. I think we should live that to telecommunication experts. However, here is my question.

As a consumer, do you think AT&T should change its name from AT&T something different? I think it should.

What do you think (be nice)

Answer 1

I believe that AT&T should keep that name for marketing reasons. The name AT&T is known all over the United States. It is an asset for the newly merged company.

Answer 2

I believe they should. The industries that AT&T are currently looking to propagate are no in telephone or telegraph. I think a new more conceptual name that integrates the ideas of speed and mobility would be good change for the company.

Answer 3

Keep AT&T. Sounds so trustworthy and friendly. Makes me just want to curl up next to a fire and go sleep.

Answer 4

how 'bout "an ice tea and a hot tea" (a tea and tea, or at&t)