Overview
SmarterBroadband delivers high-speed internet to both households and businesses in rural Western Nevada County using fixed wireless technology. Its service connects customers who aren’t on traditional phone or cable networks by installing wireless links from local towers to customer premises, enabling fast, always-on broadband and IP telephony that can be up and running in hours. Differentiators include a locally focused model with local support, quick installation, and the ability to reach remote areas with carrier-class reliability. The company aims to expand access to reliable, high-speed internet for telecommuters, home-based businesses, nonprofits, educators, and general connectivity, helping the community stay connected and productive.
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What believers are saying
- SmarterBroadband posted a Network Operation Engineer role in Grass Valley on November 3, 2026.
- ISPReports says its fastest fixed wireless covers 100% of its footprint.
- The company still sells service in November 2026, showing active customer revenue.
What critics are saying
- SmarterBroadband lists only 100 Mbps top speed, while Kwikbit offers 1,000 Mbps.
- FCC broadband-label noncompliance hides pricing and fees, inviting enforcement and churn.
- A 2026 outage cycle would crush trust and trigger FCC complaints, killing the business.
What makes SmarterBroadband unique
- SmarterBroadband's fixed-wireless footprint serves 134,743 Californians across 40 cities and 4 counties.
- Local support and rapid installs suit rural Nevada and Placer County customers.
- Its tower-based network reaches homes skipped by AT&T fiber and cable incumbents.
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