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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. 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.

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Home Internet Contracts Are Dead

by | Apr 29, 2026 | Internet Buying Guides

Once common, annual contracts and early cancellation fees on home internet are no more.

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AT&T Adds $25 Low-Income Discount to 5G

by | Apr 29, 2026 | News

AT&T is making its low-income plan available throughout its 5G home internet network.

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Best Internet Deals for May 2026

by | Apr 27, 2026 | Brand Guides, Featured

We’ve done the sleuthing for you to get the latest on cheap internet, bundles, and more.

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How Much Speed Do You Need To Watch Peacock?

by | Apr 22, 2026 | Internet Speed Guides, Streaming Guides

Find out if your internet connection is fast enough to stream Peacock.

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How Much Internet Data Do You Need?

by and | Apr 22, 2026 | Technology

Here’s a rundown of how to budget your data and get more data if you need it. We also give you recommendations for the best internet plans with unlimited data.

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What Do You Actually Pay for Spectrum Internet?

by | Apr 21, 2026 | Brand Guides

Find out what you will really owe Spectrum every month when you sign up for internet service.

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Compare Unlimited Home Internet Plans Without Data Caps

by | Apr 20, 2026 | Brand Guides

Find out why Astound is our top pick for unlimited internet on a budget in 2025.

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Spectrum vs. Frontier: Which Internet Provider Is Best for You?

by and | Apr 20, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

If it’s Spectrum vs. Frontier, go with Frontier. Frontier’s fiber internet offers speeds fast enough for any home, and the 50/50 and 500/500 plans are a great value.

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Optimum Promo Challenges Verizon and AT&T

by | Apr 17, 2026 | News

Optimum Mobile campaign promises you can save by switching from Verizon or AT&T.

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Best Cheap Internet Providers and Plans of 2026

by | Apr 15, 2026 | Brand Guides, Featured

See plans for as low as $25 per month and get tips for choosing an affordable, reliable plan.

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How Much Should I Be Paying for High-Speed Internet?

by | Apr 15, 2026 | FAQ, Internet Buying Guides

The average monthly price for home internet is $76, but you could get a plan for $50 or less.

Are You Paying More for Internet Than You Expected?

by | Apr 13, 2026 | Brand Guides, Internet Buying Guides

Learn about the fees, promos, and price increases to expect from your internet provider.