Spectrum Launches Gigabit Broadband, Mobile, TV and Voice Services in Bowie County, Texas

Network Buildout is Part of Spectrum’s $7 Billion Rural Construction Initiative

BOWIE COUNTY, Texas — Spectrum, the #1 rural internet provider in the nation*, today announced the launch of Spectrum Internet, Mobile, TV and Voice services to more than 4200 rural homes and small businesses across Bowie County, Texas, including De Kalb, Hooks, Maud, New Boston, Simms, and Texarkana. 

Spectrum’s multi-year rural construction initiative is driven by more than $7 billion in private investment from the company and will ultimately add an additional 100,000+ miles of fiber-optic network infrastructure and deliver symmetrical and multi-gigabit speed internet access to more than 1.7 million new locations across the country.  In Texas in 2024, Spectrum extended its network to reach an additional 77,000 homes and small businesses, including 15,000 new locations reached through our rural construction initiative.

“Spectrum is bringing gigabit broadband to unserved communities in Bowie County,” said Brad Shely, Vice President of Construction for Spectrum’s Texas-Louisiana Service Area. “Our investment is making it possible to deliver high-value broadband, mobile, TV and voice services in the most rural areas of Bowie County. We are providing residents and small businesses superior connectivity at highly competitive prices, backed by a team of skilled local technicians and 100% U.S.-based customer service.”

Broadband Speeds up to 1 Gbps, Plus Money-Saving Mobile Options and 85,000 On Demand Choices

Spectrum Internet delivers speeds up to 1 Gbps and Advanced WiFi for residential and small business customers, featuring starting speeds of 500 Mbps, with no modem fees, data caps or contracts. Spectrum Business Internet offers customers 1 Gbps download speeds, with 500 Mbps options. The company has also begun a network evolution that will provide gigabit upstream speeds and multiple gigabit download speeds across its entire 41-state service area.

“As our world continues to become more and more reliant on internet connectivity, it’s critical for Texans to have access to affordable and reliable broadband,” said U.S. Senator John Cornyn. “I applaud Charter’s continued investment in Bowie, Red River, Tyler, and Houston Counties through the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund, which will help provide broadband access to tens of thousands of Texans."

“I am thrilled that high-speed internet access is now available for more of my constituents in Bowie County thanks to Spectrum’s broadband buildout,” said State Rep. Gary VanDeaver. “Smart growth helps make communities stronger, and this investment sets up Bowie residents for success today and into the future.”

Spectrum Internet exceeded advertised download and upload speeds for all tiers measured — even during peak weeknight usage between 7 and 11 p.m. — according to the FCC’s most recent “Measuring Broadband America Fixed Broadband Report.”

Along with multiple broadband options, Spectrum services now available also include Spectrum Mobile^™ and Spectrum TV^®. Spectrum Mobile is the nation’s fastest-growing mobile provider^** and combines with Spectrum Internet and Advanced Home WiFi to provide seamless connectivity inside and outside the home. Spectrum Mobile provides customers access to nationwide 5G at great value, with Unlimited lines starting at $30 a month, as well as By the Gig options.

Spectrum TV offers more than 270 HD channels and access to 85,000 On Demand movies and shows. Using the Spectrum TV App — the highest-rated pay TV streaming app in the U.S.^*** — viewers can stream content across a growing number of platforms, including iOS and Android mobile devices, Xbox One, Kindle Fire, Samsung Smart TVs, Apple TV, Google Chromecast, Roku, Xumo TVs and PCs.

Local residents and business owners should visit spectrumruralexpansion.com to learn more about when their home or business may be able to receive Spectrum services.

^* Based on December 2022 FCC Broadband Data Collection locations.

^** Based on 1Q 2024 subscriber data among top 3 carriers.

^*** iOS (App Store) and Android (Google Play) average ratings as of July 1, 2024. Apps must have at least 150k reviews through combination of iOS & Android store reviews as of July 1, 2024.

About Spectrum  

Spectrum is a suite of advanced communications services offered by Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ:CHTR), a leading broadband connectivity company and cable operator with services available to more than 57 million homes and businesses in 41 states. Over an advanced communications network, supported by a 100% U.S.-based workforce, the Company offers a full range of state-of-the-art residential and business services including Spectrum Internet®, TV, Mobile and Voice.  

More information can be found at corporate.charter.com.

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