Broadband ExpansionMay 22, 2024
Spectrum Launches Gigabit Broadband, Mobile, TV and Voice Services in Flagler County, Florida
Spectrum Internet® with Starting Speeds of 300 Mbps Now Available to more than 900 Homes and Small Businesses
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Network Buildout is Part of Spectrum’s $5 Billion, Multiyear Rural Digital Opportunity Fund (RDOF) Investment in Rural Broadband
ORLANDO, Fla. — Spectrum, the #1 rural internet provider in the nation*, today announced the launch of Spectrum Internet, Mobile, TV and Voice services to more than 900 homes and small businesses in Flagler County, Florida. Spectrum’s newly constructed fiber-optic network buildout is now available in the Western part of the county, specifically Andalusia, Bimini and Daytona North. It is part of the company’s approximately $5 billion RDOF-related investment in unserved rural communities, partly offset by $1.2 billion in the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) RDOF auction.
“Spectrum is bringing gigabit broadband to unserved communities in Florida and across America through RDOF,” said Scott Stinson, Area Vice President, Field Operations, Charter Communications. “Our investment is making it possible to deliver the high-value broadband, mobile, TV and voice services now available in Flagler County. We are providing local 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.”
The company’s RDOF expansion will provide broadband access to 1.3 million customer locations across 24 states in the coming years. Spectrum also has a partnership with Flagler County to expand broadband access to additional homes and small businesses in the area.
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 300 Mbps, with no modem fees, data caps or contracts. Spectrum Business Internet offers customers 1 Gbps download speeds, with 300 Mbps and 600 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.
“This is excellent news for the residents of Flagler County, and I want to thank Charter for partnering with local, state, and federal officials to provide broadband access to our rural communities,” said Congressman Michael Waltz.
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” issued in January 2023.
“High speed internet is essential for business, remote work, telehealth, and many other activities in modern society. For too long, rural areas like parts of Flagler County have been without access to broadband,” said Florida Speaker of the House Paul Renner. “Programs like RDOF and Spectrum’s local partnership with Flagler County improve connectivity in rural areas and help to bridge the digital divide.”
“This broadband expansion project has brought connectivity to families that have gone without it for too long,” said Flagler County Commissioner Leann Pennington. "Flagler County’s partnership with Spectrum underscores our commitment to ensuring all of our constituents have access to a high-speed internet connection.”
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 $29.99 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 year end 2022 subscriber data among top 3 carriers.
**iOS (App Store) and Android (Google Play) average ratings as of Dec. 1, 2023. Apps must have at least 150k reviews through combination of iOS & Android store reviews as of Dec. 1, 2023.
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 serving more than 32 million customers in 41 states. Over an advanced communications network, the company offers a full range of state-of-the-art residential and business services including Spectrum Internet®, TV, Mobile and Voice.
For small and medium-sized companies, Spectrum Business® delivers the same suite of broadband products and services coupled with special features and applications to enhance productivity, while for larger businesses and government entities, Spectrum Enterprise® provides highly customized, fiber-based solutions. Spectrum Reach® delivers tailored advertising and production for the modern media landscape. The company also distributes award-winning news coverage and sports programming to its customers through Spectrum Networks. More information about Charter can be found at corporate.charter.com.
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