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The video introduces Verizon 5G Home Internet, a home internet service powered by Verizon's 5G network. The service is designed to provide a straightforward setup and competitive pricing, offering two plans: 5G Home and 5G Home Plus. Both plans come with no contracts, data caps, or hidden fees, and include necessary equipment. The Plus plan includes unlimited cloud storage as a key differentiator. Pricing for the 5G Home plan starts at $50 per month with auto-pay, or $25 per month for qualifying Verizon mobile customers. Additional discounts are available for subscribers of Verizon-owned services and those eligible for the Affordable Connectivity Program.
The setup process is simple, involving the placement of a gateway near an exterior-facing wall or window, with steps to connect and activate it provided. The video emphasizes competitive download speeds of 85-300 Mbps and upload speeds of up to 10 Mbps, comparing favorably to similar 5G services. It underscores Verizon's strategy to attract customers through various discounts and incentives amidst growing wireless market competition. Viewers are encouraged to check service availability and consider bundling options for additional savings.
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In this part of the video, the speaker introduces Verizon 5G Home Internet, an internet service for homes powered by Verizon’s 5G network. They emphasize that the service is not available everywhere and provide a link to check availability. They note that the service can be signed up for even if you’re not a Verizon Mobile customer, although bundling services offers discounts. The video covers the two available plans—5G Home and 5G Home Plus—recommending the cheaper option for most users. Both plans have no contracts, data caps, hidden fees, and include equipment. The major difference between the plans is that the Plus option offers unlimited cloud storage.
Regarding pricing, the 5G Home plan is $50 per month with auto-pay ($60 without), but if you have a qualifying Verizon mobile line, it drops to $25 per month. Even subscribers of Visible, a Verizon-owned service, can get additional discounts. Other pricing details include a price lock guarantee, a soft credit check requirement, a 30-day satisfaction guarantee with equipment return, and coverage of up to $500 in early termination fees from your current provider. Additionally, those qualifying for the Affordable Connectivity Program can save up to $30 per month.
The speaker then details the setup process, stating it is straightforward, with equipment arriving two days post-signup, including an internet gateway, power adapter, optional Ethernet cable, and setup instructions. The recommended location for the gateway is near a window or an exterior-facing wall.
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In this part of the video, the presenter explains how to set up the Verizon 5G Home Internet Gateway. The steps include plugging one end of the power adapter into the Gateway and the other end into a power outlet. The light on the Gateway should blink for about five minutes; if it turns solid white, the setup is complete. If it turns red, the Gateway needs to be moved and the process restarted. After setup, users should connect their devices to the new network using the Wi-Fi name and password provided on the Gateway, but these can also be changed in the My Verizon App.
Next, the presenter discusses data speeds, noting that Verizon advertises download speeds between 85 and 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps. Speed tests comparing Verizon and T-Mobile’s 5G home internet showed similar results, with both exceeding 100 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload speeds. The presenter plans to monitor if speeds slow down due to tower congestion.
Additionally, special discounts and perks for Verizon plans are highlighted. These include a $50 price reduction for qualifying mobile plans, gift cards for signing up, and other variable perks depending on the chosen plan. The presenter emphasizes the increasing competition in the market due to wireless options and invites viewers to share their thoughts.