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operator_1337 t1_iz9wjgl wrote

I don't think it's gonna be hardwired/fiber connections though?

From everything I've read, i think Fios in Worcester will be supported by 5G. So basically they just give you a tank of a mobile hotspot router with unlimited data.

I'm not complaining as either way I'm going to give it a go. But sadly I think unless it's true fiber, spectrum is going to still be the better option.

Edit after more research and the below comment I realize i was wrong and it will hopefully actually be real fiber lol

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ozzgift OP t1_iz9y4dx wrote

The press release does say they are bringing the fiber optic network to new cities so I would think we would be actual FIOS and not a5g Hotspot as that isn't fiber optic. But who knows what we will get till we see it. I have had some Verizon people in my neighborhood going door to door I will have to make it a point to talk to them next time and see if they offer more details

Any new entrant into internet for the city is good because competition will bring lower rates for all providers and force spectrum to work to keep and retain customers.

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operator_1337 t1_iz9zotc wrote

Yeah the news reports are super confusing. Because they say fiber is "coming", but then they also talk about 5G Home.

I'm wondering if they will offer 5G home first and start offering fiber once it is in place.

Idk I would love to know what they tell you.

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ozzgift OP t1_iza0eb1 wrote

I looked up my address and it's in my area now and I could sign up for service today and based on the speeds it's fiber it 5g.

Only downside is you will need a fiber optic terminal installed in your house before getting service and I am sure there is a charge for installation.

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operator_1337 t1_iza1f9x wrote

Oh nice.

Guess I'm stuck with Spectrum, as I'm in a appartment lol

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jeffvautin t1_izbj7rw wrote

Would you mind sharing a representative address? I live around the corner from Worcester State, was told by a Verizon worker Fios was coming, been seeing them work on Marcy, June, etc., but can’t find any addresses that come up with service available.

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operator_1337 t1_izc4d0e wrote

I would assume it's near the Shrewsbury line or Auburn line. Or possibly downtown. Just taking guesses.

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bartnd t1_iza78ox wrote

Probably attempting to catch views with the headline and trying to get more people interested in a 5G hotspot. While it does read as if there will be hardwired fiber connections, 70,000 homes and businesses across 7 towns/cities isn't a whole lot of coverage. Hopefully it will lead to additional buildouts over time, as I thought they were already done expanding.

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DrDeathDefying1 t1_iz9xupi wrote

The press release specifically states "fiber internet" multiple times so I think it might actually be true fiber!

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legalpretzel t1_izammb3 wrote

Hopefully the competition inspires spectrum to stop committing highway robbery in their pricing.

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Neyabenz t1_izvc3vi wrote

It's hardwired. Have it. Can confirm.

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