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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. Previously writing under the name Rebecca Palmer, Chili’s work as a writer, reporter, and editor has appeared in a wide range of news, consumer tech, and business publications.

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What Do You Actually Pay for Xfinity Home Internet?

by | Dec 12, 2024 | Brand Guides

Learn what to expect from your Xfinity internet bill.

Xfinity (parent company is Comcast) and Amazon Web Services Join Forces To Make Mobile Service Faster and More Secure
Xfinity and Amazon Join Forces To Make Mobile Service Faster and More Secure

by | Dec 11, 2024 | News

Xfinity Mobile is moving to the cloud. Is it time to add the service to your internet bundle?

9 Reasons To Get Fiber Internet Installed (While It’s Still Free)

by | Dec 6, 2024 | Internet Speed Guides, News

On the fence about fiber? Read how it could bring health, wealth, and high-speed happiness.

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Is Google Fiber Internet Down?

by | Dec 6, 2024 | Brand Guides, Equipment Guides

Find out about Google Fiber outages and what you can do to get back online.

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What Do You Actually Pay for CenturyLink Home Internet?

by | Dec 5, 2024 | Brand Guides

Learn what to expect from your CenturyLink internet bill.

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What Do You Actually Pay for Verizon Internet?

by | Dec 5, 2024 | Brand Guides

There are no surprises with Verizon internet bills. You pay just the price you expect.

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Optimum Celebrates 500,000 Fiber Internet Customers

by | Dec 5, 2024 | News

Optimum Fiber has reached a milestone of half a million customers. Is the service worth a try?

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How To Get Low-Income Internet Through Sparklight

by | Dec 4, 2024 | Brand Guides, FAQ, Low-Income

Sparklight isn’t offering anything extra after the ACP ends, but you could get low intro rates.

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Is Xfinity Internet Down?

by | Dec 2, 2024 | Brand Guides

Figure out if Xfinity internet is down in your neighborhood, learn why outages happen, and get tips on getting back online fast.

Do Starlink Waiting Lists Mean Slowdowns Are on the Way?

by | Nov 21, 2024 | News

Do waitlists from Starlink mean slowdowns are on the way? Get the details.

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How To Get the Best Backup Internet for Your Budget

by | Nov 20, 2024 | Internet Buying Guides

If losing your internet access scares you, prepare now. Find options for any budget.

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How Much Could You Save With Pay-As-You-Go Internet From Sparklight?

by | Nov 19, 2024 | News

Sparklight is testing new pay-as-you-go internet plans, with prices as low as $35 for 30 days.