Cricket Wireless Launches Affordable 5G Home Internet Service
T-Mobile (TMUS) and Verizon (VZ) are facing increased competition in the broadband market as Cricket Wireless, a subsidiary of AT&T (T), has launched its new 5G home internet service. This move comes amid growing consumer interest in switching from traditional cable services to more affordable wireless options offered by telecom providers. Cricket's offering includes unlimited data at speeds ranging from 90-300 Mbps for $65 per month, with discounts available for bundled plans or existing customers. The plan is part of a broader industry trend where major carriers are enhancing and expanding their internet services to attract more users. T-Mobile added approximately 520,000 broadband customers in Q2 2026, while Verizon gained around 348,000. Analysts suggest that the traditional cable and telco duopoly is weakening due to increased competition from wireless carriers like Cricket Wireless offering more flexible pricing models. This development could further shift consumer preferences toward mobile broadband solutions.
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