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What is fiber-optic TV?

Like lightning fast fiber internet, fiber TV uses thin cables made of glass or plastic to transmit information instantaneously. This technology gives fiber-optic TV providers the bandwidth needed to send large amounts of data, perfect for delivering high channel counts, HD picture and a reliable signal. Popular TV providers that use fiber-optic technology include AT&T, Frontier and Verizon.

Where is fiber-optic TV available?

You’re most likely to find fiber-optic TV in metro areas, but currently only about 30% of the U.S. population has access to fiber technology. However, many fiber providers are consistently expanding their service, so you may have the option before long. Here’s a look at where the largest fiber-optic TV and internet providers currently offer service.

AT&T fiber-optic TV is available in select cities across 21 states

Frontier fiber-optic TV is available in select cities across four states

Verizon fiber-optic TV is available in select cities across 8 states and Washington D.C.

How does fiber-optic compare to cable?

Fiber-optic and cable TV services are similar, but they use different cables to bring you TV and internet. Here’s a look at how they compare:

• Availability: Fiber is only available to about 30% of the population, whereas cable is available to nearly 90%, according to the FCC.
• Pricing: Fiber-optic and cable TV bundles are priced fairly evenly. However, fiber typically delivers higher channel counts and faster speeds for the cost, which can make fiber-optic the more cost-effective choice.
• Channel counts: Since fiber-optic cables generally provide more bandwidth, fiber-optic TV packages often give you more channel options with up to 550+ channels available in some areas.
• Picture quality: Both service types offer HD channels and programming, but reliability and total HD channels is generally higher with fiber-optic.
• Bundle options: The high channel counts and fast internet speeds you get with fiber-optics make it a great choice for quality TV and internet bundles. If you don’t need a lot of channels or very fast internet speeds, consider a low-cost cable bundle.

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