2024

Verizon mobile outage affecting tens of thousands across U.S.

On Sept. 30, at 7:18 p.m., Verizon announced on social media that the service was restored.

FCC extends Lifeline phone and internet discounts to Hurricane Helene survivors

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced that people affected by Hurricane Helene, which devastated areas of the Southeast earlier this week, are eligible for Lifeline discounts on phone and internet services

Spectrum opens 90K free Wi-Fi hotspots for areas hit by hurricane

To help with the disaster left behind by Hurricane Helene, internet service provider Spectrum opened 90,000 out-of-home Wi-Fi access points last week.

Spectrum releases new bundle pricing

Spectrum, a Charter Communications company, revamped its internet, mobile and TV pricing and speed tiers.

Verizon buys Frontier to grow its fiber network

Explore the effects of Verizon’s recent acquisition of Frontier, impacting the broadband landscape across 31 states.

Comcast introduces new pre-paid internet, streaming plans

Comcast’s new NOW program provides low-cost internet, mobile, Wi-Fi and streaming services.

T-Mobile imposes data cap of 1.2TB/mo.

T-Mobile’s 5G home internet power users may have noticed their speed getting slower by the end of their billing cycles.

Back-to-school offers from top ISPs

It’s almost time to go back to school, and some ISPs are offering great internet deals for students. Explore student internet deals below.

Verizon offers free or discounted internet for qualified customers

Offer is good for six months on select Fios, 5G and LTE internet plans

Broadband speed standard increased to 100 Mbps

To advertise their speeds as “broadband” internet, ISPs must offer at least 100 Mbps in download speeds and 20 in upload speeds.

How many people use the internet?

Over five billion people are using the internet daily.

Disney+ adds Hulu into its platform for bundle subscribers

Starting in the spring of 2024, Hulu and Disney+ bundle subscribers will have access to Hulu content on Disney+.

Americans are getting over 219 Mbps in download speed, but are you?

Report: U.S. broadband speeds are just 8th in the world, but our average speed is pretty respectable.

Affordable internet program’s future in jeopardy

If more funds aren’t approved by Congress, the Affordable Connectivity Program will shut down by April 2024, potentially cutting off internet connections for millions of U.S. households.

2023

Updated broadband map shows the number of homes without internet is decreasing

The newest version of the National Broadband Map shows the number of homes and businesses without internet access is going down.

Internet service providers growing in fiber, fixed wireless customers

Read the Q3 reports released by major ISPs.

Cox named fastest ISP for 3rd quarter of 2023

Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity are the current top 3 internet providers for speed.

FCC wants to ensure cable and satellite customers get rebates for long blackouts

Commission also seeks to require ISPs to report outages to them.

Most internet providers must display broadband ‘nutrition’ labels by April 2024

FCC: The goal is to make internet service transparent and easy for consumers to understand.

FCC leader wants to reinstate net neutrality

We break it down to explain what that may mean for internet providers and consumers.

New internet funds to help close student ‘homework gap’

FCC commits $41M to libraries and school districts for technology and internet access.

Can 5G home internet get more of rural America online?

Feds seek input on firing up the $9B 5G Fund for Rural America program.

Spectrum and Disney reach agreement in time for Monday Night Football

The channel-blocking standoff between Spectrum’s owner, Charter Communications, and Disney ended on Sept. 11.

Spectrum cable customers can’t watch Disney’s channels. Now what?

You have options to catch your favorite shows … and the start of the NFL season.

Here’s how new and current Xfinity customers can get $200 off the NFL Sunday Ticket

If you love football and are thinking about switching internet providers, check out this deal.

AT&T expands 5G home internet service

‘Internet Air’ debuts in 16 areas across the U.S.

Cable is still the most available internet option

Rhode Island is the best state for fiber and cable availability.

New funding to provide internet and tech for Tribal libraries, schools

New FCC order aimed at narrowing digital divide.

Cost of cable vs. streaming: Which is cheaper?

We outline the costs of cable and streaming services so you can decide if cutting the cord is right for you.

Internet subsidy increased to $75/mo. for people living in ‘hard to serve’ areas

Internet companies must prove that providing internet to certain areas costs more than the $30/mo. benefit provided by the Affordable Connectivity Program.

FCC pushes to increase the minimum broadband speed standard to 100/20 Mbps

The proposal is for 100 Mbps of download speed and 20 Mbps of upload speed as the new minimum speed standard with long-term goal of 1 Gbps/ 500 Mbps.

Even with billions of dollars, connecting every American to the internet isn’t an easy or quick feat

“Like electricity a century ago, broadband is a foundation for economic growth, job creation, global competitiveness and a better way of life.”

Advertised vs. actual internet speeds — Are you getting the internet speeds you pay for?

We analyzed months of broadband data to determine the internet speeds Americans are actually getting compared to what’s advertised.

Amazon Prime Day internet equipment deals

Revamp your home network with the hottest discounted internet equipment.

2030 is the U.S. target date for ‘Internet for All’

$43B in federal funds announced to provide high-speed internet across the country.

8 states helping to connect unserved homes to the internet

Running cables to rural addressees can be pricey which leaves residents without internet choices.

Internet providers have more satisfied customers than last year. We tell you which ones and why.

Customer satisfaction is a big deal for any business. Still, when it comes to internet slowdowns or our service crashing altogether, we can get crabby and demand an instant fix from helpful people or a high-performing app or website to help us fix it ourselves.

Broadband map shows over 8M in US lack access to high-speed internet

Over eight million homes and businesses in the U.S. still do not have access to high-speed internet service, according to the latest version of the FCC map.

10 Gbps fiber vs. the 10G platform: Wicked fast internet speeds are here, but do you need them?

Fiber won’t be the fastest option for internet speed for long as new tech speeds up.

Spectrum is the fastest ISP in 2023 so far, Xfinity is a close second

Spectrum edged out Xfinity to claim the fastest median download speed during Q1 of 2023.

No internet where you live? Bill aims to ensure the right funding gets to your state to change that

Time is running out to fix the flawed FCC map that is the driver behind billions in state funding allocations.

Free internet funding expected to run out in 2024 – what does this mean for you?

The Affordable Connectivity Program provides free or cheap internet for millions in the United States, which has helped shrink the digital divide.

Comcast expanding internet services in 2023

More unserved and underserved areas will have Xfinity as an internet option.

As utility bills rise, we show you how to lower your internet bill

With inflation at 6.5% in 2022, consumers have been paying more for utilities, including internet.

NFL Sunday Ticket now available on YouTube TV

NFL Sunday Ticket has moved exclusively to YouTube TV with presale pricing starting at $249 per season.

Wi-Fi 7 is on the way

Wi-Fi 7, the fastest Wi-Fi thus far, is headed to the tech space in 2024. It will offer speeds almost five times faster than Wi-Fi 6 and solve problems with lagging and latency.

HughesNet debuts Fusion, their new low-latency satellite internet option

Fusion plans combine satellite and wireless technologies.

Federal programs provide millions for rural internet access

Rural areas have less internet access than suburban and urban communities, but federal programs are providing millions for rural internet expansion.

2022

Spectrum tops the list as the fastest ISP in 2022’s Q3

Ookla recently shared its Q3 2022 report on fixed broadband service providers, naming Spectrum as having the fastest median download speed at 211.66 Mbps.

Internet service providers must provide broadband ‘nutrition’ labels

FCC: The goal is to make internet service transparent and easy for consumers to understand.

New FCC broadband maps are here, promising a better picture of your internet options

Our team tested their addresses. See what we found.

How to get $9.25/mo. towards phone or internet service through the Lifeline program

Learn how to get low-income assistance with wireless plans through the Lifeline program.

Verizon makes 10-year price-for-life guarantee

As of October 27, 2022, Verizon is offering new Verizon 5G Home, LTE Home and Fios Internet customers a price guarantee for 10 years.

Rural communities receive nearly $800M for high-speed internet

In conjunction with the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, 24 states, Puerto Rico, Guam and Palau are getting millions of dollars in federal grants and loans for high-speed internet.

Feds look to jumpstart Affordable Connectivity Program

Only 14 million of 48 million eligible households have signed up since May.

Comcast rolls out multi-gig internet

Cities in Colorado, Georgia and Florida are in first launch.

FCC ruling clears way for apartment dwellers, businesses to choose their own internet provider

Previous rules allowed building owners to have exclusive agreements with ISPs.

FCC’s head recommends broadband internet speed increase to 100 Mbps/20 Mbps

Sets a future national goal of 1 Gbps/500 Mbps.

ACP program allows eligible households to get high-speed internet for free

20 internet service providers, including AT&T and Verizon Fios, partner with fed program.