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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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How To Get the Best Backup Internet for Your Budget

by | Jun 30, 2026 | Internet Buying Guides

If losing your internet access scares you, prepare now. Find options for any budget.

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Best Unlimited Wireless Internet

by | Jun 30, 2026 | Brand Guides

Learn about wireless internet, and find out what’s available where you live.

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How To Get Internet in a New Apartment

by | Jun 26, 2026 | FAQ

Find out if 5G home internet is a good option for your new apartment.

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How Fast Is 5G Home Internet?

by and | Jun 26, 2026 | Technology

You get solid speeds on this hot, new fixed wireless internet service.

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3 Internet Plans Seniors Can Trust

by | Jun 26, 2026 | Brand Guides, Internet Buying Guides

Get a multi-year price lock to keep monthly internet prices consistent.

T-Mobile 5G Home Internet versus Unwired
T-Mobile vs. unWired Broadband: Which Internet Provider Is Best for You?

by | Jun 26, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

T-Mobile and unWired Broadband both offer a fixed wireless connection, but T-Mobile is more affordable and widely available.

T-Mobile 5G Home Internet versus Breezeline
T-Mobile 5G Home Internet vs. Breezeline: Which Is Best?

by and | Jun 25, 2026 | Provider Comparisons (Versus)

You get bargain deals and cheap prices from T-Mobile 5G Home Internet, while Breezeline delivers faster speeds over a reliable cable connection. Read on to see which of these providers works best for you.

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How Good is Verizon’s New Loyalty Program?

by | Jun 17, 2026 | News

New rewards, lower prices, and a bundle plan—Verizon’s making big moves. We break it down.

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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.