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zzyzzx says

They should write to Elon.

Yeah now that they got us where they want us, there isn't any more talk about providing free internet to anyone.

What happened to the free City WiFi grants, and the Google WiFi balloons, and the thousands of other free internet access programs?

What do you all pay for internet in your zip code?

I'm in 94025 and https://www.sonic.com/ charges me $72 per month, even though their site says my service is $55/mo plus $6.50 for IP Broadband ATA, whatever that is.

I think I could do better. Tmobile seems to be offering $50 for 5G internet, but maybe it will cook me with radiation. Also, Tmobile are bastards in general. Had some bad experiences with them.

I've got VZ FIOS 1 Gb. I normally get 750/600 dowload/upload speeds tested at the router.

For a few years it was a sweet deal at $60 per month, but they've jacked it up about 50% in the last year or so to $90.

For phone I use US Mobile. Unlimited 5G (throttled after 4GB) talk and text for $17 a month per line. The only catch is that you have to pay for 12 months in advance. They bundle all three major carriers (Verizon, Tmobile, AT&T) so you can pick which network works best. You're allowed to switch networks twice a year no charge. Customer support is excellent.

Tenpoundbass says

Google WiFi balloons

You have to move to Africa for that.

stereotomy says

For phone I use US Mobile. Unlimited 5G (throttled after 4GB) talk and text for $17 a month per line. The only catch is that you have to pay for 12 months in advance.

Thanks, this sounds good. I'll check it out.

For US Mobile, the network options map as Warp = Verizon, Dark Star = AT&T, and Light Speed = Tmobile.