INTERNET & WIFI
WiFi offers a reliable connection for devices ranging from TVs to tablets, fridges to baby monitors and everything in between. However, connecting that many devices can make it challenging to know which devices are supposed to be connected to your network and which are not. Securing your WiFi network is the best way to protect you and your family. Much like you wouldn’t leave your home’s front door open, you should never leave your WiFi network unprotected and susceptible to unauthorized users.
Spectrum Advanced WiFi is a Spectrum router that gives you enhanced speed, security and a better way to manage your in-home WiFi network from anywhere. Learn more about the many benefits Spectrum Advanced WiFi offers families and other households.
Because spam calls are at an all-time high, Spectrum has given customers more control over the phone calls they receive through Spectrum Call Guard – now available to Spectrum Mobile and Voice customers.
Our mobile devices use more data than ever. We have so many options to stream, game and connect with friends almost anywhere in the world.
What is an eSIM, and how does using one compare to a physical SIM card? Find out the benefits of using eSIM on your mobile device.
Bringing your phone to a new carrier is a great option if you love your current phone, want to keep your phone number and save money while you are at it. Learn how to bring your own device (BYOD) to Spectrum Mobile.
You know that one room in your house that barely gets cell service? The call quality drops, or you lose the signal completely. Spotty cellular service is a fairly common problem, but it’s one that WiFi calling can solve. WiFi calling is a feature that allows you to make and receive calls over a WiFi network if cellular service is weak or unavailable. Let’s explore how and when to use WiFi calling on your smartphone.
The Spectrum One bundle from Spectrum features the fastest Internet and WiFi in the nation, delivering seamless connectivity across all your devices by combining with Spectrum home Internet, Advanced WiFi and an Unlimited Mobile line all for one incredible price.
Most of us use WiFi, but do we know what WiFi is, really? Find out what WiFi means, how to use it and what you need to know about other WiFi features to help you get fast and reliable Internet at home.
Both WiFi and 5G offer fast Internet connection, but which is faster? WiFi is used to connect devices to the Internet without the use of cellular data, whereas 5G requires a cellular connection. As a result, the two are challenging to compare. They are best used together to create a reliable connection wherever you go. Though 5G is the fastest mobile connection without Internet, WiFi offers a faster Internet connection when combined with a reliable router and a reliable Internet plan.
Broadband Internet is a high-speed Internet connection that’s always on and uses multiple channels or frequencies simultaneously to transmit data. Aside from speed, one of the greatest benefits of broadband home Internet access is that it allows multiple people and devices in your home to access the Internet at the same time via WiFi.
Once a high-tech luxury, home Internet service has now become a staple in most American households. Many people decide to bundle high-speed Internet service with cable TV or mobile phone plans, but going with Internet-only has plenty of benefits worth considering.
There’s a buzz about “cutting the cable cord” these days, usually in favor of paying for multiple streaming services and “faux cable” alternatives. But what are the pros and cons of cutting the cord? And which is right for you and your household? Find out here.
If you live in a rural area, which high-speed Internet options are available to you, and which should you choose?
Is your Internet plan the right one for you? With Internet Service Providers (ISPs) providing so many packages, plans and tiers, it can be tough to figure out which is the right one for your household. You want faster Internet, but you don’t want to overpay for a package you don’t need.
Big wireless companies want you to believe "5G" Home Internet is new technology, but it’s not. Fixed Wireless Internet has been around for over 20 years in rural areas – they’re simply rebranding existing technology and using it on a “5G” network. Get the truth about why “5G” Home Internet speeds are so slow and unstable.
Want faster WiFi speeds at home and on-the-go with your Spectrum Mobile™ device? Learn how Spectrum Mobile Speed Boost delivers faster speeds on Spectrum Mobile devices.
Streaming is the transmission of media over an Internet connection. Many people use streaming to access TV shows, movies, music, podcasts and other types of content.
Has your Internet been running slow? If you’ve added an extra load to your home network – more users on at the same time, new smart-home devices or 4K streaming – it may be time to upgrade to Gigabit-speed Internet.
From uploading family photos to checking out social media to streaming movies in 4K, a high-speed Internet connection helps you – and everyone else on your network – do it all, faster. As we connect more users and more devices to our home networks, high-speed Internet is becoming essential to our lives.
With a cell phone in almost every American’s pocket, many are wondering is it necessary to have a landline phone? Well, don’t cut the phone cord just yet. You might be surprised to learn that there are still quite a few advantages of landline phone service.
Spectrum offers WiFi extenders called WiFi Pods that offer more consistent coverage throughout your home. You can use the discreet yet powerful WiFi Pods as WiFi range extenders in your Spectrum home WiFi network.
While many people have chosen to forego home phone service, there are some features that only a home phone can offer. Spectrum Voice offers a reliable connection with no dropped calls, added taxes or fees. However, that’s just the beginning. Spectrum Voice customers can enjoy up to 28 different calling features that are unique to home phone service.
Choosing the best phone plan for kids might be confusing, but it doesn’t have to be. In this article, we’ll simplify the process so you can find the right plan for you and your family.
5G currently offers average speeds of up to 25 times faster than 4G LTE. One day, those speeds could be 10 to 100 times faster, up to 10 Gbps. Running on a 5G network means you don’t have to worry about long loading times, slow file downloads or sluggish streaming.
You can use your smartphone to stream on Roku in many ways. Whether you are screen mirroring or casting, streaming on Roku is a great way to watch what you want – whenever you want. But how do you stream to Roku? Should you cast it or use screen mirroring? Maybe you are wondering about the differences between the two in the first place. If you want to learn how to stream to a Roku TV with your iPhone or Android, we’ve got you covered. This article will provide descriptions and instructions for screen mirroring, casting and streaming Spectrum TV on Roku – plus plenty of other guidance to help you decide the best way to stream your favorite shows.
Do you remember the first time you experienced 4K technology? You may have been amazed by its incredible resolution and larger-than-life clarity. You may have also been shocked at the price tag. The retail price of a 4K TV in 2012 was about $20,000. Thankfully, this technology is far more affordable today.
It’s never been easier to stream live TV — and if you haven’t tried it yet but want to learn more about how to stream live TV over the Internet, keep reading to learn just how simple it is.
If you’ve used a smartphone and especially if you have a tablet and smartwatch on your phone plan, you already know that feeling of relief when you get home, and the WiFi connects automatically. But what if, instead spending a day with poor or intermittent service, you could connect to wireless Internet on the go?
If slow WiFi is testing your patience, it’s time to find out what’s causing your sluggish connection and fix it. In this article, we’ll explore the five most-common causes of slow WiFi performance, so you can pin down the source of your frustrations. You’ll also learn how to make WiFi faster.
If you are in the market for a new modem or router but don’t know where to start, you’ve come to the right place. Find out the difference between a modem and a router before deciding what’s best for your home.
Choosing the best family cell phone plan is a great way to keep your family connected and save money. However, since each family has different needs, there’s no such thing as a one-size-fits-all mobile plan that works for every family.
