Spectrum Expands State-of-the-Art Network in Kansas City Area

Spectrum today announced the expansion of Spectrum Internet® and the full suite of Spectrum services for more than 470 homes in the Kansas City area, following the completion of a $1.25 million network upgrade. This expansion effort includes projects in the Kansas communities of Bucyrus, Lenexa and Shawnee – and in North Kansas City, Missouri. These buildouts are in addition to Spectrum’s $1.37 million private investment to connect hundreds of homes in 2020, with more projects and investment underway in the Kansas City area.

Spectrum’s high-bandwidth, low-latency network means local residents now have access to gigabit connections with Spectrum Internet, which includes starting internet speeds of 200 Mbps with no modem fees, data caps or contracts. Spectrum Internet Ultra, which features download speeds up to 400 Mbps, is also available to residential customers. For small and medium-sized businesses, Spectrum Business® offers gigabit connections, with starting speeds of 200 Mbps and a 600 Mbps option.

“We have a consistent track record of investing in our network to provide high-value broadband, TV, mobile and voice services,” said John Sullivan, Area Vice President. “We are now delivering superior connectivity to more residents and businesses in the Kansas City area at highly competitive prices, backed by an organization committed to craftsmanship and service.”

The new Spectrum TV® brings extensive programming lineups to the area, with more than 200 HD channels and a two-way, fully interactive network providing access to 85,000 movies and shows. Spectrum TV customers can also download the award-winning Spectrum TV App, which allows users to stream content across a growing number of platforms, including iOS and Android phones and tablets, Xbox, Kindle Fire, Samsung Smart TVs, Apple TV 4K, Google Chromecast and PCs. Spectrum TV customers also have exclusive access to Spectrum Originals, a premier destination for premium original series, available on-demand and ad-free.

Spectrum Mobile™ is available exclusively to Spectrum Internet customers. Combining the fastest overall speeds* with the best devices and a choice of Unlimited or By the Gig data plans, Spectrum Mobile provides customers the highest-quality experience at great value, including access to nationwide 5G. Customers can bring their own phone or choose from among the latest mobile devices and accessories.

Home phone service through Spectrum Voice® provides unlimited calling in the U.S, Canada, Puerto Rico and Mexico; up to 28 popular calling features, including Call Guard, which helps block unwanted robocalls; and no added phone taxes or fees. Consumers can learn more about Spectrum services at www.spectrum.com.

“Spectrum’s commitment to bring its advanced network and high-speed broadband service to residents in the Kansas City area is to be commended,” said Kansas State Sen. Mike Thompson. “Now more than ever, it is important to have access to a reliable and fast internet connection, and this offers another great option for broadband customers in our area.”

From 2018‒2020, Charter Communications, Inc., which operates the Spectrum brand, extended its network to reach an additional 2.5 million homes and small businesses, about a third in rural areas. In 2020 alone, Charter extended its network to reach an additional 23,000 homes and small businesses in Missouri, and 4,000 homes and small businesses in Kansas.

* “Fastest Overall Speed" claim based on Nielsen Mobile Performance cellular and WiFi speed test results for Spectrum, Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile and Sprint mobile customers in Spectrum service area from1/1/2020 to 9/26/2020.