Is FiOS still expanding in NYC?

The city has reached a settlement with Verizon, ensuring that the communications giant expands its broadband Fios service to 500,000 additional Big Apple households, including at NYCHA buildings, Mayor Bill de Blasio announced Tuesday.

Is Verizon FIOS fiber-to-the-home?

FiOS is just one version of fiber-to-the-home or fiber-to-the-premises Internet access. More than 10 million homes worldwide already have this service, and experts at the FTTH Council say that number is growing.

Is FIOS really 100 fiber-optic?

Fios, the 100\% fiber-optic network delivers streaming at its best with the incredible speeds of Fios Internet — up to 940/880 Mbps.

Is Fios available in New York City?

Where is Verizon Fios available in NYC? Verizon is available virtually throughout all of New York City, including The Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, Staten Island and Long Island.

How fast is 940 880 Mbps?

The Triple Play has you covered and then some. Its jaw-droppingly fast Fios® Gigabit connection, which offers up to 940/880 Mbps of speed, is strong enough to support up to 100 devices at once, with virtually no lag or buffering.

Is Verizon FiOS faster than cable?

FiOS High-Speed Internet – Fiber optics are replacing cable as the fastest means of providing internet service. All of Verizon’s other internet plans use standard cable but the FiOS can be offered directly to your home. Fiber optics gives you speeds of up to 50 Mbps which is so much faster than standard cable.

Is Verizon FiOS better than DSL?

Hands down, Verizon Fios (fiber) is a superior product to Verizon DSL. The only drawback is that Fios isn’t as widely available as DSL.

How much does Verizon FiOS really cost?

How much does Verizon FIOS really cost? Verizon’s PR is pretty straightforward; the new gigabit service costs $69.99 per month, or you can get a bundle of TV, phone, and internet for $79.99. The previous top-of-the-line FiOS service was 750Mbps, priced at nearly $200.

Does Verizon FiOS charge for moving?

Moving your Verizon FiOS service, including FiOS TV and Internet, from one location to another is free if you arrange the change of service via the Verizon Moving Center website. However, there is an installation charge for your FiOS Phone service. The installation charge appears on your first month’s FiOS Phone bill.