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BROADBAND DEALS OF THE WEEK
With so many discounts fighting for your attention, it would be easy to miss that you can also get great deals from your area's internet service providers. ISPs probably aren't top of mind right now, but they should be: Cyber Week can be a surprisingly good time to score a deal on home internet service. After all, how can you take full advantage of all the great smart home devices you're buying if your internet connection is lousy?Â
What are the top Cyber Week broadband deals?
EarthLink CEO Glenn Goad told CNET that Cyber Week can be a "great time for promotions, offers and incentives." Below, we recommend the best internet deals on high-quality broadband providers.
One little disclaimer for our ISP reviews that bears repeating: A provider may offer a seemingly perfect plan for your household, but commonly, that ISP isn't available at your address. It can be frustrating, but your choices may soon grow with the expansion of satellite internet service and 5G home internet options.
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Best Cyber Week internet provider deals
Astound Broadband
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Promotion date: Now through Tuesday, Dec. 17
Astound Broadband, a national cable internet provider, features a Cyber Season deal where new customers can receive a two-year price lock on their internet service.
Additionally, Astound offers a $100 gift card for speed tiers under 1 gig and a $300 gift card for speeds of 1 gig or higher. For new customers who order internet and mobile bundles, those amounts go up to $200 and $400.
For specifics on offers in your area, visit Astound's Cyber Season website.
AT&T Fiber
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Promotion date: Now through Wednesday, Jan. 8
New AT&T Fiber customers can get up to 50% off a Meta Quest 3S VR Headset.
For additional information on AT&T offers, go to att.com/deals/holiday-gift-guide.
T-Mobile Home Internet
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Promotion date: Limited-time offer, now through unspecified date
T-Mobile's holiday promo features a free Amazon Fire TV 40-inch 2-Series when new customers sign up for T-Mobile Home Internet online. Customers must activate the account between Nov. 21 and Jan. 15 and keep the service for at least 60 days.
Additionally, new customers will also qualify for a $150 virtual prepaid Mastercard.
WOW
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Promotion date: Limited-time offer, now through unspecified date
Cable ISP WideOpenWest offers "surprise-free pricing" that features unlimited data and includes a Wi-Fi modem. New customers can also earn a Visa Rewards Card for up to $300.Â
To get specific details on deals offered in each market (across the six states WOW covers), visit wowway.com or contact WOW at 866-376-7003.
Best Cyber Week broadband deals FAQs
When were Black Friday and Cyber Monday this year?
Black Friday was on Nov. 29, and Cyber Monday was on Dec. 2. While good internet deals are available this week, you should be aware that some providers are keeping their offers going well through December.
What is Cyber 5?
During the Black Friday sales season, you may hear the term "Cyber 5," which refers to the five-day sales frenzy between Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday.
Can I save big on my internet service during Cyber Week?
Potentially, yes. Slashed product prices predominantly drive Black Friday and Cyber Week sales, but internet service providers are increasingly getting in on the action. In some cases, ISPs offer reduced monthly fees or promise lucrative add-ons, like free streaming services or gift cards.