IQ Fiber brings symmetrical 10 gbps fiber internet to Pinellas County with $100M investment. Image Credit: Roberto Sorin/Bigstockphoto.com IQ Fiber, a Jacksonville, Florida-based provider of 100% fiber-optic internet service, launched service in Pinellas County bringing 100% fiber-optic internet, transparent pricing, no contracts, and exceptional customer service to residents and businesses across St. Petersburg, Clearwater, and Largo. Home to nearly one million residents and the seventh most populous county in Florida, Pinellas County is a key milestone in IQ Fiber's customer-first growth strategy, now spanning five states across the Eastern U.S. The Pinellas County launch marks the beginning of a more than $100 million investment by IQ Fiber in the region. The network deployment is expected to continue for the next 18-24 months and create more than 50 permanent jobs across St. Petersburg, Clearwater, and Largo. IQ Fiber's all-fiber network is built on a modern XGS-PON platform capable of delivering symmetrical speeds up to 10 gigabits per second directly into each home or business. Plans start at $65 per month and include professional installation, whole-home WiFi 7 service, and 24/7 live support from the company's Florida-based team - real people who, on average, answer the phone in 30 seconds or less. IQ Fiber backs every plan with its Stress-Free Guarantee: no contracts, no hidden fees, and no data caps. To support its long-term presence in the county, IQ Fiber has established a local operations facility at 5767 157th Ave N, Clearwater, FL 33760, which will serve as a hub for sales and technical operations. To mark the launch, IQ Fiber will host two community events. On Friday, May 1 at 10:00 AM, the company held an official ribbon cutting ceremony at its new Clearwater operations facility at 5767 157th Ave N, where civic leaders, media, and community partners joined the IQ Fiber team and local officials for the official market opening. On Thursday, May 7, IQ Fiber will host a Fiberhood Launch Party from 7:00-9:00 PM at Joe DiMaggio Sports Complex, 2450 Drew St, Clearwater, FL 33765, featuring a community drone show along with food trucks, bounce houses, games, prizes, and live music. All Pinellas County residents are welcome. Ted Schremp, CEO of IQ Fiber Customers have suffered from a lack of choice and aging networks for too long, Our approach is simple: build a modern 100% fiber-optic network with a streamlined customer experience. From transparent pricing to 5-star customer support, our goal is to deliver fast, reliable internet without the hassles customers have come to expect from traditional providers. Clearwater Mayor Bruce Rector High-speed internet access is essential to Clearwater's growth and quality of life, We're pleased to welcome IQ Fiber to our community and look forward to the benefits that greater connectivity brings to our residents and businesses. Largo Mayor Woody Brown Reliable, high-speed internet is no longer a luxury - it's essential infrastructure, and Largo residents deserve real options, IQ Fiber's investment in our community is exactly the kind of private sector commitment that creates jobs, strengthens our local economy, and improves quality of life for everyone who calls Largo home. Ray Sharma is an Industry Analyst and Editor at The Fast Mode. He has over 15 years of experience in mobile broadband technologies and solutions, conducting research and analysis on various technology segments and producing articles and write-ups on the latest developments within the sector. He is also in charge of social media engagement and industry liaisons. The Fast Mode 9658 likes TWEETS 28.4K FOLLOWING 3479 FOLLOWERS 13.2K

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IQ Fiber expands Delaware with fiber-optic internet and broadband investment. Image Credit: smuki/Bigstockphoto.com IQ Fiber marked a significant milestone in its Eastern U.S. expansion, officially opening for business in Delaware, the company's fifth state. The Jacksonville, Florida-based provider of 100% fiber-optic internet service launched service in Kent County, which becomes the first community in Delaware to be served by IQ Fiber's all-fiber network. The entry into Delaware reflects IQ Fiber's disciplined, customer-first growth strategy and its commitment to giving residents and businesses a better broadband option - with exceptional in-house 24/7 customer support, transparent pricing, whole-home WiFi and no contracts or data caps. The Kent County launch marks the beginning of a more than $150 million investment by IQ Fiber in the state of Delaware. The network deployment is expected to continue for the next 18-24 months and create more than 50 permanent jobs in the state. State Representative Rich Yearick welcomed the company's investment in Kent County. IQ Fiber will participate in the new Priority Broadband project designation under Governor Meyer's Permitting Accelerator, a program designed to fast-track infrastructure projects that expand connectivity and drive economic growth. The designation coordinates review across state agencies, cutting through red tape to accelerate the permitting process and get communities connected faster. IQ Fiber's all-fiber network delivers symmetrical speeds up to 10 gigabits per second, 99.99% reliability, and consistent wall to wall coverage built for streaming, remote work, gaming, and business productivity. Plans start at $65 per month and include professional installation and whole-home WiFi 7 service. Unlike traditional providers, IQ Fiber backs its service with a Stress-Free Guarantee: no contracts, no hidden fees, no data caps, and in-house experts who proactively monitor every customer connection. To support its long-term presence in the state, IQ Fiber has established its Sales, Engineering, and Technical Operations Center at 631 Ridgely Street, Suite 16, in Dover, which will serve as a hub for network deployment and customer support as the company continues to expand across Delaware. To mark the Delaware launch, IQ Fiber will celebrate the day with three events: an official ribbon cutting at its Dover operations office at 2:00 PM, a cabinet signing ceremony to thank the team that brought the network to light at 4:30 PM, and an evening Fiberhood party from 5:30-7:30 PM at Cool Springs Fish Bar & Restaurant, where residents, civic leaders, and community members are invited to meet the team, learn about service plans, and celebrate the arrival of IQ Fiber in Delaware. The IQ Fiber Delaware network is built on a modern XGS-PON platform (10-Gigabit Symmetrical Passive Optical Network) and features a fully redundant core fiber-optic ring with multi-city connections to the broader internet. The deployment consists of an IQ Fiber-owned and -operated backbone which extends directly into homes and businesses, enabling reliable, consistent speeds while supporting continued growth in data usage and demand. With its entry into Delaware, IQ Fiber now operates in five states across the Eastern U.S. The company's network serves customers in Jacksonville and Gainesville, Florida; Savannah, Georgia; Charleston, South Carolina and various markets across the Chesapeake Bay Region of MD. Construction is currently underway in St. Petersburg and Pinellas County, Florida. Ted Schremp, CEO of IQ Fiber Delaware residents have had limited options when it comes to internet service, and that's exactly why The Fast Mode is here. Its approach is simple, build a modern 100% fiber network and power it with great people that live and work in the markets The Fast Mode serve. The Fast Mode offer straightforward pricing, no contracts, and support from real people who understand the importance of a having a consistent, reliable internet connection. Ted Schremp, CEO of IQ Fiber Delaware has made it clear that infrastructure is a priority and The Fast Mode is pleased to do its part. The Priority Broadband Project designation will allow The Fast Mode to streamline its network deployment and get more Delaware residents and businesses connected. When government and the private sector are aligned, great things happen for communities. Ray Sharma is an Industry Analyst and Editor at The Fast Mode. He has over 15 years of experience in mobile broadband technologies and solutions, conducting research and analysis on various technology segments and producing articles and write-ups on the latest developments within the sector. He is also in charge of social media engagement and industry liaisons.