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.

by Chili Palmer | Mar 7, 2025 | FAQ
Find out if 5G home internet is a good option for your new apartment.

by Chili Palmer | Mar 7, 2025 | Brand Guides
No matter what type of internet you have from AT&T, outages are a fact of life....

by Chili Palmer | Mar 7, 2025 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)
T-Mobile and unWired Broadband both offer a fixed wireless connection, but T-Mobile is more affordable and widely available.

by Chili Palmer and Peter Holslin | Mar 5, 2025 | 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.

by Chili Palmer | Mar 4, 2025 | Brand Guides
The best no-contract plans of 2025 are easy to get, easy to cancel, and cost about $50 per month.

by Chili Palmer | Feb 28, 2025 | News
Some Starlink customers get cheap plans and a big Dishie discount, but others get a waitlist.

by Chili Palmer | Feb 27, 2025 | News
You can now get $100 off the Starlink Mini, but what do you need to know before you order?

by Chili Palmer | Feb 20, 2025 | News
Learn about our real-world testing of T-Mobile’s satellite text messaging service.

by Chili Palmer | Feb 18, 2025 | Brand Guides, How-To
Find out about Verizon internet outages and what you can do to get back online.

by Chili Palmer | Feb 11, 2025 | Brand Guides, FAQ, Low-Income
Breezeline offers two cheap plans for basic internet, but only one requires income qualification.

by Chili Palmer | Feb 7, 2025 | Brand Guides, Provider Reviews
There may be an outage, or it could be your equipment. Get helpful tips and contact info.

by Chili Palmer | Feb 5, 2025 | News
New York says internet providers must offer $15 or $20 low-income plans. Get the details.