Verizon Fios: What Makes It Different
The first thing that should be known about Verizon Fios in comparison with other types of Internet connection such as cable or DSL is that it operates on a completely fiber optic line. This means the entire network infrastructure is made up of small and flexible strands of glass or plastic commonly referred to as fiber optic cabling.
Fiber optic cables work by converting the electrical signals into pulses of light for transmission. This means much higher speeds and bandwidth compared to the copper wires used in cable or digital subscriber lines. Due to its ability to carry signals over long distances while incurring low levels of data loss, fiber has the capability of providing speeds that exceed 1 Gbps.
Fiber optic transmits data that is in the form of light signals and therefore cannot be interfered with by electromagnetic interferences from outside. This makes the connection more reliable. Fiber optic networks also offer almost infinite total bandwidth capacity now and in the future.
Verizon Fios Internet Speeds
Verizon Fios provides some of the fastest internet connection speeds, thanks to their fiber optic connection. Available download speeds are from 200 Mbps to 1000 Mbps which is referred to as a gigabit.
The slowest Fios internet plan they offer is Fios 200 Mbps. This allows downloads at 200 MPbs and uploads at 200 Mbps. This speed allows for simple web browsing, high-quality video streaming, and some work-from-home activities.
Fios 400 Mbps has a download and upload speed of 400 Mbps. This plan helps support multiple devices that you may use for streaming, gaming, video conferencing, and working from home.
At the upper tier, Verizon provides Fios Gigabit Connection with tremendous speeds that include a download speed of up to 940 Mbps and an upload speed of up to 860 Mbps. A gigabit, in essence, can accommodate every broadband process conceivable across multiple devices in parallel.
Verizon Fios TV
Verizon Fios TV utilizes the fiber optic network to bring out the best in high-definition picture format and sound. All plans offer the ability to watch hundreds of high-definition channel lineup.
Fios TV service also includes the superior features for the DVR to record different programs concurrently, and to view those programs via remote access. The voice-enabled Fios TV One boxes enable you to search and watch content using only your voice. There is also an integration with various streaming services such as Netflix, YouTube, Prime Video, and others.
Fios TV offers some plans that include YouTube TV for live TV to watch sports, news, events, and shows. Controlling your TV without using your hands is also supported through Alexa voice assistant devices.
Verizon Fios Home Phone
Verizon Fios besides providing blazing fast internet over fiber and fiber optic TV also provides home phone service over the fiber network. This offers very good call quality and clarity.
Fios home phone offers unlimited nationwide calling and popular calling features in all its plans. It also has features such as call blocking for spam calls, international calling plans, and mobility options that allow making calls through wifi when one is out of the house.
Fios phone service operates over fiber and employs battery backup equipment, which is why the line remains active during a power outage. This is a big plus over the other internet-based phone services.
What Areas Do Verizon Fios Services Cover?
Verizon Fios is constantly adding new neighborhoods and new markets but the service is not available in all areas. Fios entails the installation of costly fiber optic cables hence Verizon targets populated regions.
To find out Fios availability in your area, you can go into Fios’ website and type in your address. Today, Fios services more than 70 metropolitan regions and 9 million residences across the United States. However, access differs significantly even within the same geographical area such as a city.
It is possible to check the Fios availability to look at the customized offers and prices based on the address as well as Fios internet, TV, and home phone packages.
Verizon Fios Installation Process
If Verizon Fios is offered in your area, you can sign up for service online or by phone. However, in most instances, professional services are necessary to link your home to the Fios fiber optic connection.
Installation might require Verizon to lay down the fiber cables from what they have to your house if it is not present. This calls for underground work or the installation of cables side by side with electric cables. Technicians just pull a cable from the street to the house where fiber lines are already in operation.
The installer will then bore a hole to accommodate the fiber optic cable inside and configure your Verizon devices including the Fios router commonly referred to as the ONT as well as a battery backup. If you order Fios TV, they will also install your set-top boxes and set up your Verizon Fios TV service.
There are also fixed self-install options in some instances as well. This sends the equipment of connection on your own instead of a technician coming over to do it for you.
What is the Contract, Fees, and Commitment?
Verizon Fios deals are categorized into those that offer the service on a contract basis for a period of one to two years or those that are available on a no-contract basis for more flexibility per month. Contract terms let you be able to opt for cheaper promotional rates for the initial year.
The early termination fee for Fios service ranges from $90 to $170. Monthly plans are slightly more expensive but offer the flexibility to cancel without this fee.
Standard activation and installation fees for Fios are about $99 per service. Therefore, the cost of making the Fios internet, TV, and phone active at once would be a one-time charge of $297. Self-installation options eliminate the installation charge, but consumers must pay the full cost of the equipment.
Verizon Fios also does not charge its customers for data limits and for going over such limits in internet plans. The taxes and equipment rental fees apply to internet and TV services. Fios also levies regional sports network (RSN) and broadcast TV fees.
Some Fios fees may be minimized with periodic promotions or discounts by ‘bundling’ Fios services, enrolling in autopay/paperless billing, or ordering online.
Call (844) 967-4555 to get a new Verizon Fios connection now!
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