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MDR_25 t1_j54w8yi wrote

A couple months ago, I switched from Xfinity to Verizon 5g home internet. I am surprised at how solid it has been, for what is essentially cellular service. I haven't had any issues with 2 people WFH on video calls at the same time. And I've also tested out streaming 3 HD movies to 3 separate devices (TVs & laptops, not phones) at once and it kept up no problem.

Depending on signal strength at your home YMMV, but it is worth checking out.

$25 / month guaranteed rate for 10 years. Seems almost too good to be true.

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piratebroadcast OP t1_j553z8k wrote

Could I use this even if I have T-Mobile as my cell provider? thanks!

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MDR_25 t1_j557sju wrote

Yes, though the $25/month *might* include a $10 bundle discount, I'm not sure.

Edit: The way it works is that, when you start the service, they ship you a white cube thing that contains a cellular modem + wifi router. You just plug that into a wall outlet and it connects to the internet and creates a wifi network for you.

There's also an ethernet output on it, if you want to use your own wifi router instead.

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hkfczrqj t1_j5h66bn wrote

Yes you can sign up, but for users not having Verizon mobile plans the price starts at $50 (with autopay)

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hkfczrqj t1_j5h6g50 wrote

Where are you in Cambridge, roughly? Thinking about trying Verizon 5g but I guess the experience strongly depends on location

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MDR_25 t1_j5hm8gv wrote

Cell coverage could vary street to street... I'm pretty sure they offer a free month to try it out.

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