Consumer Advocacy Editor
Chili Palmer
Chili Palmer covers home tech services, with a special focus on understanding what families need and how they can stay connected on a budget. She handles internet access and affordability, breaking news, mobile services, and consumer trends. Chili’s work as a writer, reporter, and editor has appeared in publications including Telecompetitor, Utah Business, Idaho Business Review, Benton Institute for Broadband & Society, and Switchful.com.
by Chili Palmer and Austin Aguirre | Feb 3, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)
Optimum has the edge with speed, but T-Mobile’s straightforward plan and policies receive higher customer ratings.
by Chili Palmer and Peter Holslin | Feb 3, 2026 | FAQ, Internet Buying Guides
1. Find internet providers in your area.
2. Compare plans, pricing, speeds, and more.
3. Discover how much internet speed you need.
4. Test your current internet speed.
5. Know if you’re switching providers and cost of early termination.
6. Choose your internet provider.
by Chili Palmer | Jan 29, 2026 | Streaming Guides
Peacock is the best way to watch the Super Bowl LX in 2026, but you can also watch on NFL+ or NBC.
by Chili Palmer | Jan 29, 2026 | Brand Guides, Featured
We’ve done the sleuthing for you to get the latest on cheap internet, bundles, and more.
by Chili Palmer | Jan 22, 2026 | News
Do you qualify for six months of free fiber internet from Verizon? Get the details.
by Chili Palmer | Jan 22, 2026 | Streamer Comparisons (Versus)
Amazon Prime Video has a bigger library, but Netflix has more movies and shows you actually want to watch.
by Chili Palmer and Peter Holslin | Jan 22, 2026 | Technology
A hotspot is great for traveling—but it’s not so great for using at home.
by Chili Palmer | Jan 22, 2026 | Streaming Guides
Find out how to get streaming service access with Spectrum, Verizon, Xfinity, and more.
by Chili Palmer and Peter Holslin | Jan 22, 2026 | Technology
Superior speeds vs. unbeatable low prices—take your pick
by Chili Palmer | Jan 21, 2026 | Technology
Mobile hotspots are the energy bars of internet service, giving you quick and easy Wi-Fi while on the go.
by Chili Palmer | Jan 21, 2026 | Brand Guides, How-To, Low-Income
Brightspeed is replacing the ACP discount with funds from its own coffers. Get the details.
by Peter Christiansen and Chili Palmer | Jan 21, 2026 | FAQ, Internet Speed Guides, Streaming Guides
How much speed do you need for your streaming service? We give you recommended speeds for Netflix, Apple TV+, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, YouTube, Disney+, Sling™ TV, HBO® GO and more.