AT&T just announced a new 'Build-A-Plan' that starts at $15 a month: here's what you actually get
AT&T has introduced a new customizable wireless plan called 'Build-A-Plan' starting at $15 per month. This plan allows customers to tailor their features on a month-to-month basis without being locked into a long-term contract. The offering aims to provide more control and affordability compared to competitors like T-Mobile and Verizon.
- ▪The 'Build-A-Plan' starts at $15 a month, which includes unlimited talk, text, and 1GB of data.
- ▪Customers can add data options ranging from 5GB to Unlimited Data with HD streaming.
- ▪The plan is designed to give customers more choice and control over their wireless service.
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Phones Network Carriers AT&T just announced a new 'Build-A-Plan' that starts at $15 a month: here's what you actually get News By Scott Younker published 21 May 2026 It's customizable and month-to-month When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Getty Images) Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Today AT&T announced a new customizable wireless plan that lets you choose the right features for you starting at $15 per month. The new "Build-a-Plan" is month-to-month and kicks off on Wednesday, May 27.This new plan offering looks to put more control in subscribers' hands.
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