Xfinity Mobile has launched a set of new data plans that include 5G for free. Whether customers pay by the gig, or for an unlimited data package, they’ll be able to access 5G services across 31 major cities in the US for no extra charge. Of course, as they’re new plans the 5G element will have been built in to the pricing structure, so it’s not quite technically “free.”
Xfinity Mobile, which leverages Verizon’s network for its service, has two types of plans, both only available to Comcast customers. You can either pay by the gig for data (1 GB for $15, 3 GB for $30, or 10 GB for $60 per month) or get unlimited data for $45 per month per line. All plans now come with 5G access.
It’s fair to say that the global adoption of 5G has been a little shaky. From scarce infrastructure to wild conspiracy theories, the latest generation of connectivity hasn’t seen the same smooth rollout as its predecessors. But as it gradually becomes more mainstream, network providers are looking at ways to get more customers on board Xfinity’s offering sets a pretty decent benchmark.
Xfinity hasn’t released the full list of cities where you’ll be able to access Xfinity Mobile’s 5G network, but there are currently 34 cities in Verizon’s 5G plan. Those cities include:
Atlanta, Georg.
Boise, Idaho
Boston, Mass.
Charlotte, NC
Chicago, Ill.
Cincinnati, Ohio
Cleveland, Ohio
Columbus, Ohio
Dallas, Texas
Denver, Colo.
Des Moines, Iowa
Detroit, Mich.
Grand Rapids, Mich.
Greensboro, N.C.
Hampton Roads, Va.
Hoboken, N.J.
Houston, Texas
Indianapolis, Ind.
Kansas City, Mo.
Little Rock, Ark.
Los Angeles, Calif.
Memphis, Tenn.
Miami, Fla.
Minneapolis, Minn.
New York, N.Y.
Omaha, Neb.
Panama City, Fla.
Phoenix, Ariz.
Providence, R.I.
Salt Lake City, Utah
St. Paul, Minn.
Sioux Falls, S.D.
Spokane, Wash.
Washington, D.C.
