AT&T Implementing 'Small' Rate Increase for Unlimited Smartphone Data Plans

AT&T is implementing a "small" price increase on unlimited smartphone plans, said its website. Consumers with a grandfathered unlimited smartphone data plan will receive notifications of a $5 per month rate hike for the plan. AT&T said the price increase is to "help ensure we continue to provide the best service for all of our customers. The increase won't impact current unlimited data speeds, said the carrier, and customers have the option to change plans at any time. If customers decide to cancel their existing wireless service with AT&T, the company will waive the early termination fees for the lines impacted by the price increase as long as the cancellation is made within 60 days of the price increase appearing on their monthly bill, AT&T said. The rate increase will take effect starting with the customer's February 2016 service, said the carrier. AT&T had no immediate further comment.