AT&T U-verse, commonly called U-verse, is an AT&T brand of triple-play telecommunications services in 21 states of the United States. Launched on June 26, 2006 using the FTTP, VDSL, and ADSL communication protocols, U-verse includes broadband Internet, IP telephone, and IPTV services in 21 states. The U-verse name is also used for the bundling of wireless and DirecTV services, even outside AT&T's 21 state local coverage area.