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AT&T Delivers Value, Choice, and Flexibility with the New iPhone Duo – Backed by America’s Best Guarantee.

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New and existing customers get our best deal on the new iPhone Duo, up to $1200 off, with eligible trade-in.1

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More confidence with America’s Best Guarantee: a promise to always do our best by customers, and to make it right if we don’t–when the connection matters, it has to be AT&T.More performance: Experience iPhone on America’s largest wireless2 and fiber3 networks, with enhanced network intelligence and near real time insights to keep customers connected to the right network at the right time.More value and flexibility: New and existing customers can upgrade or switch to AT&T and get up to $1200 off with eligible iPhone trade-in.1 With AT&T Next Up Anytime® customers can get the latest iPhone model every year and save with Unlimited Your Way plans that let you mix and match by line to fit every need and budget. Plus, consumers who switch to AT&T get up to $800 to pay off their current device.4

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What’s New: AT&T is adding iPhone Duo to the latest iPhone lineup, including iPhone 18 Pro, and iPhone 18 Pro Max — available on our intelligent, reliable network, backed by the AT&T Guarantee®. iPhone Duo will be available for pre-order on Friday, Oct. 16, with general availability on Friday, Oct. 23. New and existing customers can both get up to $1200 off with eligible trade-in.1 Plus, customers who switch to AT&T get up to $800 to pay off their current device.4 With AT&T Next Up Anytime, customers can get the latest iPhone every year. With Unlimited Your Way, customers get value packed plans with the choice and flexibility to mix and match per line. Paired with AT&T’s powerful combination of fiber and wireless, iPhone Duo helps make connectivity simple, seamless and reliable at home, at work and on the go.

Intelligent Network: AT&T is building America’s strongest network, combining fiber and 5G into a resilient, seamless experience that makes advanced connectivity simple, with choices for everyone. Our network supports technologies that have only been imagined, delivers incredible speeds, and acts as its own backup–meaning customers stay connected no matter where they are. 

At AT&T, fiber is our foundation, and we’re deploying it faster than anyone–laying enough fiber each month to span the distance between New York and LA. As America’s largest fiber internet provider,5 that fiber also connects the cell towers that deliver our powerful 5G wireless connectivity that keeps your iPhone Duo connected to every call, message and stream when on-the-go.

The AT&T Guarantee: Customers want the newest and the best devices. They also want a carrier confident enough to promise a connection they can count on, the deals they want, and the prompt, friendly service they deserve. We are committed to delivering on these promises, and if we fall short, we proactively make it right with America’s Best Guarantee.

AT&T’s Best Deals: New and existing customers get our best deal on the new iPhone Duo, up to $1200 off with eligible trade-in.1 Plus, customers who switch to AT&T get up to $800 to pay off their current device balance.4 They can also save $200 per line when ordering online.5

Plans for Everyone: AT&T is committed to delivering plans for everyone, unlike other providers. Our Unlimited Your Way customers have the ability to pick a plan that is right for each person in the family. Plans include:

Unlimited talk, text and data in and between the U.S., Canada and Mexico6At least 5 GB of high-speed data per lineUp to 250 GB of hotspot data per line7AT&T 5G access8AT&T Active Armor® mobile security9

Quotable: “We’re committed to delivering the best customer experience, and we can’t wait for customers to experience iPhone Duo and its breakthrough design on our intelligent, reliable network,” said Jenifer Robertson, executive vice president and general manager, AT&T Consumer. “From our flexible plans and competitive offers to expert care, our goal is to make it simple for people to connect to what matters most on any device – including the new iPhone Duo. With AT&T, customers can get Apple’s most advanced iPhone lineup yet, powered by the strength of our fiber and wireless network, all backed by America’s Best Guarantee.”

Business Customers: New and existing AT&T Business customers can also take advantage of the above deals on the latest iPhone models. Business customers can also complement a new device with business accessories and take advantage of our Trade-in Program to save even more as they upgrade.

FirstNet Ready: We are also giving America’s first responders the best iPhone deals with FirstNet®, Built with AT&T–the only network built with and for public safety. And since the new iPhone models are FirstNet Ready®, first responders will have truly dedicated coverage and capacity when they need it and unique benefits like always-on priority and preemption across Band 14 spectrum and all AT&T commercial bands, helping them save lives and protect their communities no matter the emergency. Individual responders on FirstNet can learn more about FirstNet here and save up to 20% for their family members with AT&T.10

The latest iPhone models:
iPhone Duo is the first foldable iPhone, featuring a breakthrough design that’s beautiful, versatile, and durable. iPhone Duo opens to a large 7.6-inch inner display for viewing content, gaming, and multitasking, and closes to a compact, pocketable 5.4-inch outer display. Built to last with an innovative hardware design and precision hinge, iPhone Duo is powered by A20 Pro to deliver pro performance and impressive all-day battery life, and offers an advanced camera system, with the folding design unlocking fun new ways to use the camera that aren’t possible on any other iPhone. iOS 27 is also reimagined for the versatile ways users can interact with iPhone Duo.

iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max offer the new 48MP Fusion Main camera with variable aperture, the most advanced camera Apple has ever made, and new Pro controls let users customize their experience. Powered by A20 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max deliver huge leaps in battery life and performance. iPhone Duo and iPhone 18 Pro models feature Apple Intelligence11 and Siri AI,12 an entirely new version of Siri, rolling out in beta in English with iOS 27, to bring AI capabilities together with a user’s personal context to become an intelligent personal hub with privacy and security at the core. iPhone Duo is available in two refined colors: star white and night sky. iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are available in four elegant finishes: black, silver, glacier, and an all-new burgundy.

iPhone Duo and iPhone 18 Pro models feature eSIM13, offering greater flexibility, better security, and seamless connectivity compared to traditional physical SIM cards, plus more battery life on eSIM-only models. iPhone Duo features an eSIM-only design that saves internal space to maximize battery capacity. eSIM-only models of iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max similarly take advantage of the space formerly occupied by the physical SIM with a larger battery that provides two additional hours of video playback.

New and existing customers can shop in store, online at ATT.com, or on the all-new AT&T app, available on the App Store.

For more details on Apple products, please visit www.apple.com.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the AT&T Guarantee?
We value our customers, and we believe that connecting changes everything. We’re committed to providing dependable connectivity with the deals you want, and the service you deserve, guaranteed, or we’ll make it right.

With the AT&T Guarantee, customers can expect:

Connectivity you depend on. In the rare event of a network outage, we’ll automatically credit your bill. And, when you have AT&T Fiber with Wireless we provide Internet Backup for no extra cost. Guaranteed.14Deals you want. Our best deals on smartphones don’t require the most expensive plan.15 And no hidden fees or equipment charges with fiber. Guaranteed.Prompt, friendly service you deserve. Speak to a friendly expert within five minutes or schedule a callback at a time that you choose.16 Plus, same or next day fiber technician availability. Guaranteed.

What is AT&T Next Up Anytime?
Next Up Anytime is AT&T’s smartphone upgrade option, created for early adopters who want the flexibility to upgrade their phone sooner.

For an extra $10/mo., you can upgrade your phone as soon as you’ve made your first installment payment.17 Then you can turn in your device and upgrade your phone to a new one when it’s convenient for you:

What does Next Up Anytime get you?

First, incredible smartphone deals. Just upgrade to the latest phone once you’ve paid 33% of your existing installment plan.

Or, if you really can’t wait, you can upgrade once you’ve made one installment payment and the first Next Up Anytime payment.

What’s better than that? You can upgrade up to three times per year.

Also, Next Up Anytime is available for new smartphones with any of our AT&T Wireless plans.

What is AT&T Fiber?
Fiber optic internet uses thin glass cables and light to send data, allowing for hyper fast speeds.

There are several key benefits to choosing fiber internet:

Fast speeds: Fiber internet can reach speeds that make it ideal for streaming HD videos, online gaming, and using many devices at once.Equal upload and download speeds: As customers game, stream, share, and rely more on AI-enabled applications, symmetrical speeds are becoming increasingly important to the connectivity experience. With the nation’s largest fiber network, AT&T Fiber delivers the equally fast upload and download speeds customers need at home for a more seamless experience.Reliable connectivity: Fiber internet offers consistent speeds even during busy times when many people are online. This means fewer interruptions and a smoother online experience.

Fiber optic internet offers fast, reliable, and consistent service, making it one of the best choices for anyone who wants a top-quality home internet connection.

What are the benefits of choosing AT&T?
Whether you need reliable wireless service, great home internet, or both, AT&T delivers. AT&T Wireless helps you stay in touch with multiple plans to choose from. AT&T Fiber keeps your home connected with superfast speeds. We are the first and only provider to have a guarantee that includes both wireless and fiber networks.

At home, or on the go, AT&T delivers the fastest speeds across home internet and wireless. With America’s largest wireless and fiber networks,18 AT&T already brings together two of the strongest connectivity assets in the industry: AT&T Fiber and wireless. Now, new analysis by Ookla of Speedtest Intelligence data shows customers who subscribe to both have the fastest converged experience in the nation.19

AT&T has the fastest upload speeds in America. Opensignal’s first-ever Converged Report shows that AT&T wins the nation’s fastest converged upload speeds by a wide margin. AT&T’s converged upload speeds were more than twice as fast as the closest competitor. AT&T Fiber ranked #1 in both upload and download speeds, outperforming other fiber, cable and fixed wireless competitors by double digits. As AI becomes a bigger part of everyday life, upload speed is becoming increasingly important to a seamless connectivity experience. A recent broadband report showed that upstream usage grew faster than other broadband usage metrics in 2025.

Can I try AT&T Wireless for free?
Yes, you can download the AT&T app to test drive our network while keeping your current wireless service, cell phone, and phone number. No credit card required. It’s a simple process–download the AT&T app, sign up in minutes, activate a new eSIM, and enjoy a risk-free trial for 30 days

What is AT&T ActiveArmor?
AT&T ActiveArmor® gives you 24/7 protection you can count on, whether at home or on the go. It combines comprehensive network protection with built-in, patented security technology that detects and prevents threats. Both of our security apps–one for mobile and one for AT&T internet–are designed to help stop fraudsters in their tracks, alert you about potential threats–so you can talk, text, and browse with greater confidence. We block or label more than 2 billion robocalls per month!

What are the best trade-in, upgrade, or preorder offers and eligibility rules?
AT&T makes it easy to get the latest smartphone with offers designed to deliver great value. Explore current trade-in deals, pricing, and upgrade eligibility to find the device that’s right for you.

How do I transfer an eSIM, port my number, or add a second line?
AT&T makes it easy to bring your number, move your eSIM to a new device or add a line to your account. Whether you’re adding service for a family member or setting up a new device, you’ll find the tools and support you need online.

What are the best current smartphone deals and prices?
AT&T offers a range of deals on the latest smartphones, giving customers the choice and value they need. Explore current offers, pricing and financing options to find the right phone for your needs.

How do phone models, generations, specifications, and product tiers compare?
From camera features and battery life to display size and performance, every smartphone offers something different. AT&T’s comparison tools can help you explore key features across devices so you can choose the iPhone that’s right for you.

How can I switch and save with AT&T?
Switching to AT&T is simple. Customers get the choice, value, and experience only AT&T can deliver–from an intelligent network that performs to America’s Best Guarantee. Customers who bring their number to AT&T may qualify for special offers and savings designed to make it easy to switch and stay connected.

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1Up to $1,200 off after 36 monthly credits. Req’s trade-in of an eligible smartphone with min. trade-in value $230 or more. Req. min. $1,999.99 on installment plan and activation on AT&T Premium 2.0 plan (min. $100/mo. + taxes & fees; before discounts). Other offers avail. based on device, plan, trade-in combo. Not all plans qualify. Well-qualified customers. Credits start w/in 3 bills. If svc cancelled, credits stop & device balance due. For new lines, if svc. on other lines cancelled w/in 90 days credits stop. No credit for optional $10/mo. Next Up Anytime upgrade feature. $35 Activation/Upgrade, additional fees, taxes & other charges, & restrictions apply. Subject to change. See att.com/iphone for more details.
2Compares cellular networks, excluding satellite.
3Based on the number of fiber to the home households using publicly available data.
4Requires port-in of new line(s) and eligible postpaid service. Up to $800 via reward card (redemption required). Reward Card amount based on remaining balance owed on your competing wireless provider smartphone (up to $800/line, up to 10 lines). Must submit most recent bill within 60 days of activation; card delivered w/in 8-10 weeks. $35 Activ./line, add’l fees, & other charges, & restr’s apply. Subject to change.
5Limited Time Offer. Online Only. Requires activation of a new line of wireless service (voice & data). Discounts: Up to $200 off after 36 monthly bill credits ($5.56/mo. for 36 months). Purchase Requirements: Eligible smartphones must be purchased at full price (“No Commit”), or bring your own compatible, unlocked smartphone (“BYOD”), or purchased on a qualifying 0% APR 36-month installment plan (“New Smartphone”). For New Smartphone, $0 down is available for well-qualified customers; others may require a down payment. Tax on full retail price due at sale. Activation/upgrade fee of $35 applies. Credits: Credits start within 3 bills and are applied in equal amounts over 36 months. For BYOD, tax on wireless service, if any, is calculated after application of monthly bill credit. To get all credits, No-Commit/BYOD/New Smartphone must keep eligible service for 36 months after credits start and New Smartphone must remain on installment agreement. If wireless service is canceled, promo credits will stop, and the remaining balance on a New Smartphone must be paid. For new lines, must not cancel service on any other line within 90 days or credits may stop. If customer upgrades or pays up/off the installment agreement on New Smartphone early, the credits may stop. Eligible Plans: The offer requires a postpaid unlimited voice and data plan starting at $60/mo. plus taxes and fees before discounts. AT&T may temporarily slow data speeds if the network is busy. See att.com/unlimited for current unlimited plans. Value Plus, Value Plus VL, and Value Plus Unlimited plans are not eligible. LIMITS: Limit one (1) bill credit offer per eligible new line.
6AT&T may temporarily slow data speeds if the network is busy. Roaming may be at 2G speeds
7After allotted hotspot data (based on plan), speeds slowed to a max. of 128Kbps
8AT&T 5G requires compatible device. 5G coverage not available everywhere. Learn more at att.com/5Gforyou.
9Requires compatible device/service and download of ActiveArmor app. Other terms and restrictions apply. Visit att.com/legal/terms.activeArmorMobileSecurity for details
10Available only to verified FirstNet Subscriber Paid users. For more information, see firstnet.com/firstnetandfamily. 
11Apple Intelligence is available with Siri settings and device language set to Chinese (simplified), Chinese (traditional), Danish, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, or Vietnamese. Some features may not be available in all regions or languages. Some devices may not be available in all regions. Siri AI is rolling out in beta with iOS 27 and requires an Apple Intelligence-enabled device set to a supported language. Available in English to start. Siri AI will not be initially available in the EU on iOS. Certain Apple Intelligence features that rely on server-side models are subject to daily usage limits, including but not limited to Siri AI, intelligent photo editing tools, Image Playground, and AFM 3 Cloud models in Shortcuts. Daily limits may vary by feature, request complexity, system demand, system policies, and other factors. Expanded access to such features will be available for a fee in the future. Use of these features is subject to Apple Intelligence terms and conditions. Learn more at apple.com/apple-intelligence. Siri AI is not available for users under 13.
12 Siri AI will not be available initially in the EU on iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS. Features that rely on Siri AI will also not be available in the EU on iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS. Apple is working hard to find a path forward that preserves its users’ privacy and security.
13Use of an eSIM requires a carrier that supports eSIM and a wireless service plan. See carrier for details. To learn more, visit apple.com/esim.
14Credit for fiber and Internet Air downtime lasting 20 minutes or more; or for wireless and downtime lasting 60 minutes or more caused by a single incident impacting 8 or more towers. Must be connected to impacted tower at onset of outage. Restrictions and exclusions apply. Internet Backup: Fiber internet only. Requires eligible wireless service, activation, and power source; speeds vary; AT&T may slow data speeds if the network is busy. Backup may not be available in all locations. See att.com/guarantee for full details.
15Offers vary by device. Restrictions may apply.
16Five minutes begins once customer is routed to support assistance. AT&T Fiber and postpaid wireless customers only. For small business customers, learn more about the AT&T Guarantee at att.com/businessguarantee.
17Req’s elig. smartphone on the AT&T Installment Plan with extra $10/mo. Next Up Anytime feature, qual. credit and elig. svc. Upgrade eligible for smartphone deals with qual. turn-in and 33% of device balance paid. Must re-add Next Up Anytime on new smartphone installment. If Next Up Anytime is canceled, promotional credits on new smartphone will stop. Offers vary by device. Limits & restr’s apply
18Largest Wireless: Compares cellular networks, excluding satellite. Largest Fiber: Based on the number of fiber to the home households using publicly available data.
19Based on Ookla® Speedtest Intelligence® data, United States, 1H 2026. See https://www.ookla.com/research/reports/united-states-converged-report-h1-2026 for details. All rights reserved.

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.

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AnySignal and Andrenam partner to bring next-generation seabed-to-space communications to market

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Partnership combines a new underwater acoustic modem with distributed maritime infrastructure, edge processing, and resilient satellite communications

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — AnySignal and Andrenam today announced a partnership to develop and bring to market a new family of underwater acoustic communications modems, with initial shipments expected in the first half of 2027. The companies intend to make modems broadly available to the market in addition to integrating the modems into their broader suite of products and services.

AnySignal and Andrenam have a history of collaboration and are proven leaders in their respective fields of distributed maritime platforms and resilient radiofrequency (RF) communications capabilities.

Andrenam brings its underwater operating experience, existing government customer relationships, and consistent access to maritime test environments. Andrenam’s network of intelligent surface platforms connects to underwater vehicles and sensors while providing compute, communications, and sensing infrastructure for the maritime domain.

AnySignal will lead development of the core modem and communications technology, drawing on its experience designing communications products like its Terramodem, flight-proven communications terminals (AstroModem USX), and network orchestration software (AnyLink). The modems will also leverage AnySignal’s broader software-defined RF stack, which spans communications, radar, electronic warfare, SIGINT, ELINT, and other sensing applications.

Together, the companies plan to extend the acoustic modem into a complete acoustic-to-RF, seabed-to-space communications architecture. Underwater assets can communicate acoustically with distributed surface nodes, such as Andrenam’s PEARL buoys, where data can be processed locally or routed through resilient satellite and terrestrial networks like AnySignal’s AnyLink network.

“AnySignal and Andrenam see market demand for a modern, independently available acoustic modem that can be broadly integrated across government, commercial, and autonomous maritime platforms,” said John Malsbury, Co-founder and CEO of AnySignal. “AnySignal’s thesis was always to extend our network to support missions in all domains. We have proven our products across space missions, and with this partnership, now extend our reach into sub-sea operations. Our team’s deep modem, digital signal processing, and RF capabilities, paired with Andrenam’s maritime platforms, operating experience, and test opportunities, will generate exciting products for our customers.”

“One of the biggest biggest gaps in the undersea domain is getting reliable communications in and out of the water quickly, remotely and reliably,” said Matej Cernosek, Co-Founder and CEO of Andrenam. “Our partnership with AnySignal will bring a new software-defined undersea communications modem to close this gap. AnySignal’s deep experience with communications paired with Andrenam’s PEARL hardware and OBISIDIAN software will enable us to move that data from undersea sensors and vehicles anywhere in the world, in real-time. We intend the resulting modems to be available well beyond our own platforms and to be designed for rapid third party integration.”

The companies expect early modem shipments in the first half of 2027. The acoustic modem is intended to be the first product from a broader technical partnership. Andrenam’s distributed surface platforms can host communications, compute, radar, SIGINT, ELINT, acoustics, electronic warfare, and other payloads. AnySignal full stack platform, encompassing on-orbit radios, ground stations, and global networking brings proven expertise across corresponding mission areas, creating opportunities for additional distributed maritime sensing and processing products over time.

About AnySignal

AnySignal is a U.S.-based aerospace and defense technology company building the operating system for the electromagnetic spectrum. The company designs, builds, integrates, and operates end-to-end radio-frequency (RF) systems for civil, commercial, and national security customers to sense, connect, navigate, and defend across land, air, sea, and space—providing the adaptable spectrum capabilities their missions depend on.

About Andrenam

Andrenam is a Los Angeles-based dual use technology company delivering persistent, passive acoustic monitoring for maritime domain awareness. Its PEARL networked buoys and OBSIDIAN software platform turn underwater audio into actionable maritime intelligence for defense, homeland security, critical infrastructure and commercial maritime customers. Andrenam deploys and operates distributed sensor networks so customers can buy persistent coverage rather than another complex system to own.

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80% of Employees Want to Use AI More Than Their Jobs Allow

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The “Activation Gap” could be leaving trillions in potential global economic gains unrealized, according to new research from Cognizant

TEANECK, N.J., Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — A new Cognizant workplace study has identified what researchers are calling the “Activation Gap”: a wide and largely invisible divide between how much employees believe AI can enable them in their work and how much their jobs allow them to use it. In “New Frontiers, New Frictions: Mapping the DNA of AI Adoption,” the findings suggest that the biggest barrier to AI’s economic promise is translating employee willingness into effective adoption. Customization, integration and context engineering can help to close that gap.

The stakes are significant. Cognizant researchers estimate that a uniform 5% increase in global labor productivity could add roughly $6 trillion to world GDP, nearly the equivalent of adding an economy the size of Japan’s. Closing the Activation Gap is a potential path towards capturing some of that value and supporting the corresponding wage growth that frequently accompanies GDP increases. Moreover, workers’ understanding of and belief in the improved productivity that AI can deliver is an early indicator of the potential for success.

“Our research finds that people are ahead of their employers,” said Ravi Kumar S, Chief Executive Officer of Cognizant. “Willingness is the hardest part of any technology shift, and it’s already in hand. What’s ahead is the work of context: shaping tools to the rules, the workflows and the execution patterns of how a particular team gets things done. Context-specific tools perform where generic ones stall. That’s the work we do with clients every day, and it’s the opportunity in front of every company right now.”

Eager adopters: Four out of five employees say they want to use AI more than their current job permits.The human factor: Disposition— meaning how a person relates to technology, risk and work itself—is roughly six times more predictive of AI behavior than where they sit in the organizational hierarchy.Navigators and Stalwarts: 72% of workers fall into two archetypes, meaning they represent the highest-leverage opportunity: a targeted intervention aimed at these two groups alone could move the needle for the majority of a company’s workforce. Navigators are willing AI users held back by organizational barriers, while Stalwarts are looking for a clear reason and business case to adopt AI.Poor tool fit: Up to 82% say their current AI tools don’t fit their needs. 33% of Accelerators, power users who log the heaviest AI use, and Architects, the fastest-adopting employees, point to missing context and lack of customization as the top factor limiting their AI use.

Across every employee archetype, between 72% and 82% say their current AI tools don’t meet their needs. Even Precisionists, highly active AI users and the most satisfied group in the study, reported only 28% satisfaction with their tools. In other words, the group that likes its AI tools the most still has roughly three unhappy employees for every satisfied employee.

Cognizant President – Americas, Surya Gummadi, said, “dissatisfaction with workplace AI tools isn’t confined to skeptics or newcomers. It’s a near-universal experience, cutting across employees who are highly engaged with AI and those who are not. We partner with our clients to identify and implement the AI solutions best designed to drive their business results. And our experience across thousands of activations, combined with this new research, aims to help us deliver at scale for even the largest organizations.”

The study also found a gap in how AI training is delivered and received. Among Architects, 81% rate their training as effective, and 83% complete it. Among Holdouts, the group least inclined to use AI, those numbers drop to 56% effectiveness and 53% completion.

The training gap doesn’t fully explain the satisfaction gap. Architects receive the most effective, most completed training and 87% say they turn to unsanctioned tools when their approved options fall short. These are two separate problems: training isn’t reaching everyone equally, and even where it lands well, the underlying tools still aren’t meeting people’s needs.

Taken together, Cognizant’s findings point to a workforce that is more willing, and more ready, to work with AI than most organizations currently assume. Giving employees access to context-specific tools and training to match is the clearest path to closing the Activation Gap and delivering increased real world business results using AI.

“For the technology to unlock the roughly $6 trillion in potential GDP growth that AI could provide, companies must simultaneously provide context-specific tools to a receptive employee base while also improving their training programs to customize them for different personas and increase their effectiveness at producing real results,” added Kumar S.

About Cognizant
Cognizant is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.ai or @cognizant.

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CamScanner Extends Professional Scanning Beyond Capture to Meet Increasingly Diverse User Needs

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NEW YORK, Oct. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — For users who need more than basic capture, demand remains for dedicated professional scanning apps that combine high-quality scanning with document editing, text recognition, format conversion, and AI-assisted document processing.

That continuing demand is reflected in CamScanner’s development over more than 16 years. The company has focused on improving the scanning experience while expanding the ways users can work with documents after capture.

At the capture stage, CamScanner has continued to refine the fundamentals of professional scanning. Its Auto Cropping capability helps identify and frame the page being scanned, while image processing addresses practical issues that can affect scan quality, including blur, shadows, glare, show-through, moiré patterns, and distracting backgrounds. Multi-page scanning and optimization for different document types further support users working with documents in different formats and situations.

The next layer is turning a captured image into usable information. Through Text Recognition, CamScanner can extract text from scanned documents and support subsequent tasks such as document editing and format conversion. This allows a scan to become more than a static image, making the information within it easier to access and work with.

From there, CamScanner extends into broader document processing. Its PDF capabilities support editing, conversion, merging, splitting, compression, signing, and sharing, connecting document capture with the tasks that often follow. CS AI further expands this workflow by providing AI-assisted ways to work with document content, helping users process and use information more efficiently. Rather than treating each function as an isolated tool, these capabilities are built around the document, allowing users to move between scanning, recognition, processing, and sharing according to their needs.

Dedicated professional scanning apps continue to improve the scanning experience while expanding their document-processing capabilities. CamScanner remains focused on both the quality and efficiency of document capture and the growing range of tasks surrounding the document. As user needs become increasingly diverse, professional scanning extends beyond digitizing paper to helping users recognize, edit, process, manage, and use the information within their documents.

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