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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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Best Tablets for Video Calling in 2026

by | Jun 12, 2026 | Brand Guides

Our top picks for family video calls, from the budget Fire tablet to the premium iPad Air.

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How To Prepare Your Tech for a Natural Disaster

by | Jun 10, 2026 | Emergency, How-To

Get your tech bug-out bag ready to go, and get tips on staying connected in a disaster.

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How To Use Your TV For Video Calls

by | Jun 9, 2026 | How-To

Make video calls on your TV using your smartphone and a streaming device. No webcam required!

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Can You Call 911 on an iPad?

by | Jun 9, 2026 | How-To

Learn how to call 911 from your iPad by pairing it with a connected iPhone.

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How To Stay Connected in a Natural Disaster

by | Jun 9, 2026 | Emergency, How-To

Build a climate change disaster toolkit, and get tips on staying connected in a hurricane.

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AT&T vs. Optimum: Which Internet Provider Is Best for You?

by | Jun 8, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

Both have insanely fast fiber, but AT&T wins with great ratings and straight pricing.

Verizon versus Xfinity
Xfinity vs. Verizon: Which Internet Provider Is Best for You?

by | Jun 5, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

Compare plans, prices, perks, and fees for home internet service from Verizon and Xfinity.

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AT&T’s New Fiber Plans Arrive June 7

by | Jun 3, 2026 | News

AT&T is simplifying its fiber internet lineup on June 7. Here’s what the new prices mean for you.

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What Do You Actually Pay for Spectrum Internet?

by | Jun 1, 2026 | Brand Guides

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

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Is Google Fiber Internet Down?

by | May 29, 2026 | Brand Guides, Equipment Guides, Internet Outage

Find out about Google Fiber outages and what you can do to get back online.

9 Reasons To Get Fiber Internet Installed (While It’s Still Free)

by | May 27, 2026 | Internet Speed Guides, News

On the fence about fiber? Read how it could bring health, wealth, and high-speed happiness.

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

by | May 27, 2026 | FAQ, Internet Buying Guides

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