AT&T, ActiveProtective and JACS Collaborate to Enhance Senior Safety with New Tango Belt Connectivity Device
Rhea-AI Summary
AT&T (NYSE:T), ActiveProtective and JACS Solutions announced a collaboration (Feb 2, 2026) to integrate a Connectivity Device with the Tango Belt wearable. The JACS TD0301TAA LTE module provides Wi‑Fi‑independent data transmission, secure caregiver notifications, and enables real‑time monitoring via AT&T Connected Healthcare assets.
The Tango Belt with connectivity is available for senior living communities, and orders include personalized onboarding and support to assist deployment and caregiver integration.
Positive
- Tango Belt now includes LTE connectivity via JACS TD0301TAA
- Supports automatic caregiver notifications without requiring Wi‑Fi
- Available to senior living communities with personalized onboarding
Negative
- Function depends on AT&T LTE coverage availability in a user’s location
- No clinical outcomes, reimbursement, or quantified commercial commitments disclosed
Market Reality Check
Peers on Argus
AT&T gained 4.3% with higher volume, while large peers showed mixed but generally positive moves: VZ +5.99%, TMUS +2.01%, CHTR modestly higher and in momentum, CMCSA +0.37%, and AMX down 2.5%. The mixed peer tape and scanner data suggest today’s move is more stock-specific than a broad telecom rotation.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 28 | Earnings results | Positive | +4.7% | Strong Q4 and 2025 results with $125.6B revenue and $45B+ return plan. |
| Jan 21 | Product launch | Positive | +0.2% | Launch of Turbo Live VIP 5G connectivity for crowded live event venues. |
| Jan 07 | Connectivity deal | Positive | -1.5% | 5G embedded in 2026 Mitsubishi Outlander to power in-car services. |
| Dec 16 | Healthcare partnership | Positive | -1.0% | Support for VR-based Great American Elderverse program in senior care. |
| Dec 15 | Dividend declaration | Positive | -1.1% | Declared $0.2775 common dividend and payouts on preferred series. |
Over recent months, strong financial results and major connectivity initiatives often saw positive reactions, while partnership and dividend headlines sometimes coincided with modest declines, indicating selective market enthusiasm.
Recent AT&T news highlighted both financial strength and connectivity expansion. On Jan 28, 2026, strong FY2025 results and a plan to return $45B+ to shareholders saw shares rise 4.65%. Earlier in January, new services like Turbo Live and a 5G collaboration with Mitsubishi drew modest or negative moves. A December dividend declaration and participation in the Great American Elderverse™ program also coincided with small declines. Today’s senior-safety Tango Belt collaboration fits the pattern of AT&T extending its network into specialized connected solutions.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement showcases AT&T’s Connected Healthcare strategy by embedding its network into ActiveProtective’s Tango Belt via JACS’ LTE module, enabling real-time monitoring and caregiver alerts without relying on Wi‑Fi. It builds on prior initiatives that extend AT&T’s connectivity into cars, venues, and senior-care environments. Investors may track adoption among senior living communities, integration with Value-Based Care models, and how such niche healthcare IoT deployments complement AT&T’s broader fiber and 5G growth outlined in its 2025 results.
Key Terms
fall detection medical
value-based care medical
AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.
The Connectivity Device is packaged with the Tango Belt and supports:
- Reliable wireless broadband communication for data transmission
- Automatic caregiver notifications upon detection of a fall
- Secure electronic transfer of data without requiring Wi-Fi
To support this responsive device, AT&T's Connected Healthcare team developed and deployed secure, connected assets that enable real-time digital monitoring and collaboration between patients and clinicians. The Connectivity Device by JACS—a compact, reliable LTE connectivity module integrates seamlessly with the Tango Belt. The JACS TD0301TAA, a powerful network connector, ensures uninterrupted data transmission and timely caregiver notifications, even when the Wi-Fi access is unstable or unavailable.
"Knowing your loved one is safe at home gives one peace of mind. AT&T's Connected Healthcare is committed to delivering tailored solutions that help our customers exceed expectations," said Lee Wagner, AVP of Connected Solutions at AT&T. "By fostering strong relationships with experts in this field and maintaining a commitment to reliability and security, AT&T connectivity enhances patient care through innovative connected solutions."
AT&T's strong network allows the Tango Belt to operate seamlessly within range, transmitting critical information to caregivers. By utilizing their infrastructure, we are empowering caregivers with the tools they need to provide timely and effective interventions, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for at-risk older adults.
"This mission is personal for us because we have seen the impact of hip fractures firsthand," said Wamis Singhatat, CEO of ActiveProtective. "Collaborating with AT&T's secure network and JACS' connectivity solutions enables the Tango Belt to stay connected across a wide range of settings – so older adults can age with dignity and freedom."
"JACS Solutions is honored to work with AT&T and ActiveProtective to provide a reliable, potentially life-saving broadband connectivity solution for healthcare providers" said Dr. Chang Gang Zhang, Vice President of Technology for JACS Solutions. "Together, we are redefining how connected health technologies support independence for vulnerable populations. The strength of this collaboration enables us to elevate and deliver a higher standard of care for better patient outcomes.
The Tango Belt is now available for senior living communities seeking reliable Wi-Fi-independent connectivity for fall detection notification and caregiver communication. ActiveProtective is seeking interested senior living owner/operators, healthcare systems and providers, particularly those in Value-Based Care models that proactively "screen and intervene" to mitigate risk and avoid costly episodes of care. Orders include access to personalized onboarding and support to ensure every wearer gets the most from their device.
For more information, visit tangobelt.com.
About ActiveProtective
Active Protective Technologies Inc. (APT) is a medical device company developing connected health products that enable older adults to safely age in place. APT's mission is to redefine the standard of care for mitigating fall injuries in at-risk older adults, and its initial focus is on hip fractures, a leading cause of disability and death. The company's clinically proven device, the Tango Belt, reduces the risk of major hip injuries due to falls, allowing older adults to achieve safer mobility and maintain independence. For more information visit www.TangoBelt.com.
Prior to use, please refer to the instructions for use supplied with the device for indications, contraindications, warnings and precautions
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