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Check out the Community's Ask the Expert series!
The Verizon Community is full of experts and our Ask the Expert program connects you directly with them! Ask the Expert features a rotating crew of Community members that have an area of expertise and this week we have @dexman , one of our Community Leaders, here to answer your questions about your landline service.…
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Into the Fold: Comparing Verizon's Folding Smartphones
As ubiquitous as mobile devices have become over the last 30 years, it’s still rare that we see a brand new device form factor introduced to the industry. Flip phones, candy bar phones, slide-out keyboards, and the now standard slate design were all transformative in allowing us to interact with our devices and each other…
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Verizon’s 5G Ultra Wideband transforms the NFL fan experience
Have you ever been at a concert or sporting event and experienced show network speeds because everyone was trying to use their phones at the same time? Now, in all 30 NFL stadiums, those days are over! Recently, Verizon completed network upgrades in three NFL stadiums, completing the quest of bringing 5G Ultra to every NFL…
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The World of VR: Safe Online Gaming
With the increasing popularity of Virtual Reality (VR) devices and games, parents may be concerned about keeping their children safe in the online gaming space. Today we are taking a look at VR, how kids are using it, and what can be done to keep content and interactions safe. VR games can either be played on a dedicated…
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Video: All About the Verizon Community
Check out our new video to learn about the Community and all it has to offer, rom peer-to-peer support to connecting with others about all things tech and more! Watch All About the Verizon Community video
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Show Off Your Knowledge with the Community Trivia Game!
Each month, a new set of trivia questions will be posted on the Activities board, found under Level Up in the Community navigation. The trivia game will consist of two trivia questions and two word scrambles. All of these will be related to Verizon products and services or telecommunications in general. The first person to…
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Community Leader Spotlight: Cang_Household
First name: Lucas Community username: @Cang_Household Member since: 2020 Occupation: Formally trained as a biochemist. Currently serving as a de facto information system engineer for a biomedical research lab. Pipeline builder for a multimillion dollar project. What Verizon products and services do you use? Fios Internet…
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New Badges on the Verizon Community
Community badges have always been a great way to show off your knowledge and participation in the Verizon Community. This week, we introduced new progression levels for most of our badges, giving our most dedicated members the opportunity to continue leveling up and showing what they’re made of. We’ve also refreshed our…
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BeReal: A Guide for Parents
In a social media landscape that’s often focused on filters and influencers, BeReal is a new app that is growing in popularity (over 100 million downloads) which takes a different approach. Once per day, the user is prompted to take a photo with both their regular camera and front-facing “selfie” lens simultaneously. That…
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Keep your smartphone protected for a summer of fun!
With the summer season upon us, make sure you’re prepared for any and all adventures with the perfect case for your smartphone! In this article, we’re going to take a closer look at a few options for protecting your device and making sure that you can stay connected with a smartphone free of damage. Otterbox Defender The…
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How to send a Private Message
Private messaging is a great way to talk privately with other community members or Verizon representatives. If your question is one that would require sensitive account information that is against the Verizon Community Terms of Service, you may be asked to send a private message to a Verizon representative to help you…
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Encouraging STEM learning: Verizon strengthens partnership with HBCUs, HSIs and community colleges
Verizon Innovative Learning, the company’s signature education initiative focused on driving digital equity and inclusion through a suite of programs and resources, is continuing to partner with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) and community colleges for the Verizon…
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Federal Aviation Administration to partner with Verizon
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Verizon Public Sector today announced a 15-year critical infrastructure contract with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) worth over $2 billion to design, build, operate and maintain the FAA’s next-generation communications platform. Under the terms of the Federal Aviation Administration Enterprise…
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Community Leader Spotlight: Dexman
First name: Paul Community username: @dexman Member since: 2013 Occupation: Since graduating college in 1989, I have worked as a Central Office technician for Allnet Communication Services, Frontier Communications, Global Crossing and Level (3) up until 2013. I later served as a caregiver for my mom as well as keeping on…
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5G Ultra Wideband now available in 4 new cities in NJ, NY and PA
Residents and businesses in four Northeast cities are getting more options to keep them connected. Today, as part of one of the biggest network upgrades in our history, Verizon, is bringing new wireless home and business internet options that utilize 5G Ultra Wideband to residents and businesses in Newark and Trenton, NJ,…
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All About Ranks and Badges
Whether you’re a seasoned participator in the Verizon Community or just joining us, there are a couple key ways that you can see your participation pay off! Here’s a primer on two key Community features: Ranks and Badges. Rank Up As you contribute and participate more and more in the Community, you’ll ascend through the…
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Community Content Roundup
This week on the Community Blog, we’ll be featuring some of our best recent discussions. Check out what has the Community buzzing and jump into the conversation! iPhones and group SMS/MMS - We all know that when iPhones and other devices meet in a group text, things can be finicky. If you’re experiencing any group text…
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Daytona International Speedway to feature new Verizon Wi-Fi
In advance of the 65th running of the DAYTONA 500, Daytona International Speedway announced new Wi-Fi connectivity, provided by Verizon, will be available to fans while in their seats at the World Center of Racing, allowing their mobile devices to work as efficiently and quickly as the cars on the track. The Verizon…
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Manage your streaming subscriptions with +play
+play is the newest subscription management service that will change the way you track your subscriptions. Manage subscriptions, check out the hottest promos and see what new content is coming to market. Unlike other subscription management services, +play works directly with the streaming partners to offer deals not…
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RootMetrics® awards Verizon high scores in network performance
* Verizon’s network is undefeated in 95% of the metro drive tests they performed in the last half of 2022. * Verizon is undefeated in the category of network accessibility in 90% of the tests. * Verizon is also undefeated in 89% of the metro markets when it comes to network reliability. Verizon’s network is once again the…
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Reliable, robust and ready for the new year.
Celebrating the achievements of our Global Networks and Technology team in 2022. By: Jennifer Marin Hey V Team, can you believe 2023 is only a few days away? On today’s edition of Up To Speed, host Jennifer Marin took a look back at some of the biggest wins for our Global Networks & Technology team in 2022. And there were…