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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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The Best Internet and Mobile Phone Bundles of 2026

by | Aug 17, 2026 | Brand Guides

Save big on mobile phone and home internet service by comparing bundles from top providers.

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How To Get Low-Income Internet through Optimum

by and | Aug 17, 2026 | Brand Guides, FAQ, Low-Income

Optimum Advantage Internet is designed for low-income households. Find out if you qualify.

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Best Cheap Internet Plans of 2026

by | Aug 17, 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 | Aug 17, 2026 | FAQ, Internet Buying Guides

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

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What Do You Actually Pay for Mediacom Internet?

by | Aug 14, 2026 | Brand Guides, Internet Buying Guides

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

Cox Is Becoming Spectrum—Here’s the All Clear

by | Aug 14, 2026 | News

The Charter-Cox merger just cleared its last hurdle. Here’s what Cox customers can expect.

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What Do You Actually Pay for AT&T Internet?

by | Aug 14, 2026 | Brand Guides, Internet Buying Guides

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

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What Do You Actually Pay for Astound Internet?

by | Aug 14, 2026 | Brand Guides, Internet Buying Guides

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

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What Do You Actually Pay for Optimum Internet?

by | Aug 14, 2026 | Brand Guides, Internet Buying Guides

Optimum raises monthly prices after 12 and 24 months. Know what to expect.

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CenturyLink vs. Optimum: Which Internet Provider Is Best for You?

by and | Aug 13, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

Both providers have fast fiber and no data caps—but Centurylink has a simpler deal.

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Breezeline: Fast Internet, Unbeatable TV, and Mobile Phone Service You Can Rely On

by | Aug 12, 2026 | Sponsored

Fast internet, unbeatable TV, and reliable mobile—all from one dependable provider.

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The Best No-Contract Internet Plans of 2026

by | Aug 12, 2026 | Brand Guides

The best no-contract plans of 2025 are easy to get, easy to cancel, and cost about $50 per month.