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Having a smartphone just for work could potentially increase your productivity and your response times to clients. It also helps in some ways to separate your work responsibilities with your social and personal life.

However, having a business line and an office phone would also lead to additional expenses on your part. Not everyone has the luxury of buying 2 smartphones, but what if you could get a smartphone for free?

With the new Celcom 100,000 free phones campaign , you can get your very own smartphone just for work, with at least 40GB of mobile internet and unlimited calls to all networks with just 1 monthly payment plan.

Offering New Smartphones To Business Plan Users

Although it’s called the Celcom MEGA ™ for Business , the plan isn’t actually just for business owners . Anyone can sign up for this particular plan and grab yourself a brand new smartphone for free .

Talking to the representative from Celcom, they said that anyone could easily sign up for the Business package and pay for it themselves.

Tip: Even better if you can convince your boss to let you include this plan’s cost into your monthly claims. After all, it’s only RM98 a month and your increased productivity will reap long term benefits for the company.

It doesn’t matter if you’re an existing or a new Celcom Business customer, you are eligible to join this promotion as long as you have the right company paperwork for it.

According to Celcom, the most important document you’ll need is the Business Registration Number (BRN) and Company Address.

And if you’re under a different provider but have Mobile Number Portability (MNP), you’ll have to port into Celcom first before signing up.

Please do take note that when you’re taking on the Celcom MEGA ™ for Business plan, the subscription will bind you to a 24-month contract , and as per usual, early termination will incur additional charges.

With that said, you have a variety of phones to choose from.

Take the Celcom MEGA ™ Lightning M plan for example. 

At just RM98 per month , you can get yourself a free smartphone just for work, in either an Oppo A12 or a Samsung A11, 40GB of internet data and unlimited calls to all networks.

With 40GB of data a month, you can send large file attachments, work on-the-go and still have enough data left for your client calls and messages.

Bonus Promotion For All Celcom Business Customers

Other than the 100,000 free phone promotion, Celcom Business is also offering its customers a chance to win 1-years’ worth of free groceries via Boost. 

Well, if you are one of the 20 Main Prize winners, Celcom will deposit RM1,000 into your Boost account every month for the next 12 months . Boost can be used to pay for groceries from merchants such as Giant, Mydin, Tesco and MBG.

If you’re tired of cooking home-cooked meals after the MCO, you can also use the money in Boost to pay for food deliveries from dahmakan, DeliverEat, and eatigo.

There’s a few terms and conditions, but two of the major ones is that you’ll need to be subscribed to Celcom via Postpaid (Corporate employees plans included) and you’ll need to have a Boost account .

Note : If you’ve won but don’t have a Boost account, Celcom will automatically void your draw. 

In their T&C , they said all customers are treated equally, and the more entries you have, the more chances you have of winning.

Example : As a new user to Celcom, you signed up for their RM80 MEGA plan, which’ll net you 5 entries into the contest. But two days later, you realise you need more data, so you upgrade your plan with Lightning L Pass for RM68, netting you an additional 5 entries, bringing your total entries to 10. 

You can also check your number of entries on the Celcom Life app . Entries will only be counted a day after the transaction date too.

They do have a few limitations on what counts as an entry. For example, downgrading your plan will not get you any entries, nor reconnecting your old Celcom number.

If you don’t win the main prize, Celcom also has a weekly prize giveaway, giving users RM100 added into their Boost accounts for food and groceries.

Note : Winners will be notified via SMS or push notifications on the Celcom Life app.

• For more info on the Celcom 100,000 Free Phones Campaign, click here and read the T&Cs here .
• For more info on the 1-Year Free Groceries Promotion, click here and read the T&Cs here .
• Both promotions end on the 31st of July.

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The best business internet service providers

When you're in the market for an internet service provider for your small business, there's a lot more to consider than just download speeds and monthly prices. Reliability is at the absolute top of the list, backed up by service level agreements that clearly spell out what your business has a right to expect. That's followed closely by support, which should be available 24/7 and be knowledgeable enough to quickly handle problems so an outage doesn't take a toll on profits or productivity.

The most difficult part of choosing the best internet provider for your business is figuring out exactly which services are available in your area. For this guide, I've focused on large, well-established internet providers that are available throughout the US. Depending on where your office is located, you might be able to find excellent local and regional options as well. You can and should evaluate those additional providers using the same criteria discussed here.

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What's the best business internet service provider right now?

After considering all of the well-established internet service providers that cover large parts of the US and have plans dedicated for business use with 24/7 support, my pick for the best business internet service provider is Verizon Business . If that choice seems safe, well, that's the point, isn't it? Your online connection is a critical part of your business infrastructure, and you don't want any surprises that can disrupt your productivity or interrupt your ability to communicate with customers and process transactions. Verizon offers a broad range of services that work for businesses of any size, from sole proprietors to multinational corporations. Read on for the rest of my picks for the best business internet providers available.

The best business internet providers of 2024

Verizon business, best business internet provider overall.

As one of two Tier 1 internet providers in this list (the other is AT&T), Verizon has more control over its network than competitors that have to purchase access from upstream providers. In addition, Verizon boasts that its services are available nationwide, although your location will determine which exact services are available.

Fios Business Internet is Verizon's fastest offering. This fiber-based service is available in nine states, all in the Northeastern US. The company offers four tiers, starting at 200 Mbps and going up to 2048 Mbps, at prices ranging from $69 to $249 per month, with price guarantees that increase with each tier. All plans offer the option of a single digital voice line for your business for $20, and you can get additional discounts for bundling with Verizon Wireless plans for business.

Verizon also offers Internet Dedicated services, at speeds ranging from 1.5 Mbps up to 100 Gbps, with the fastest connection advertised as being suitable for data centers and cloud providers managing multiple simultaneous downloads of very large files. All plans come with strict service level agreements of 100% availability.

If neither of those services is available at your location, you can choose 5G or LTE internet plans. Be aware that these options come with monthly data limits, unlike broadband offerings. 

Unlike some of its competitors, Verizon charges additional fees for equipment and some services, so be sure to include the full list of charges when comparing prices.

AT&T Business Internet

Best customizable business internet provider.

As one of the biggest brands on the internet and a Tier 1 provider, AT&T offers a dizzying array of options, with broadband, wireless, and Dedicated Internet plans available for the choosing. Special terms and pricing are available for government agencies, schools, and libraries.

AT&T Business Fiber is the fastest, most feature-complete option, available in 23 states. (This coverage map  has a full listing, along with an address box to check availability for your business address.) All plans offer equal upload and download speeds, starting at 300 Mbps for $70 per month and maxing out at 5 Gbps for $255 monthly. Additional discounts are available for customers who also have an AT&T wireless plan.

For locations where fiber isn't available, you can choose AT&T Internet Air for Business , which uses the company's 5G and LTE networks. Read the terms of service carefully, as these plans have restrictions that prohibit their use for consumer entertainment, guest Wi-Fi, and web hosting. The Premium plan includes up to 250 GB of high-priority data usage per month for $100 plus fees. 

Dedicated Internet Access offers speeds ranging from 20 Mbps up to 1 Tbps with traffic prioritization over a line not shared with other customers. as well as advanced security options. Although you can start your search online, getting a detailed price quote means filling in an online form or speaking with a sales rep. 

Comcast Business

Best business internet provider for customers with cable infrastructure.

Comcast Business, unlike its consumer cousin, has no data caps, and it offers dedicated, round-the-clock support for business customers. But this is still Comcast, which means many of its products offer upload speeds that are significantly slower than the download speed for that plan. The top-tier Business Internet Gigabit Extra plan, for example, delivers 1.25 Gbps downloads but caps uploads at 200 Mbps, making it less than ideal for use by businesses that need to upload large video or CAD files regularly.

Expect to pay $79 to $210 per month for six different tiers of service, starting at 50 Mbps. Discounts are available for adding mobile service and for signing a two-year agreement.

Comcast offers a slew of add-ons for business customers, including Wi-Fi options to secure your corporate network from the one you allow guests to use. A backup option called Connection Pro provides a 4G LTE modem with battery reserve for up to 8 hours, so you can maintain connectivity in the event of an outage.

If those speeds are too sluggish, you can get Ethernet dedicated internet, with symmetrical download/upload speeds up to 100 Gbps and two permanent IP addresses. Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) router is optional. Be prepared to pay, though.

Spectrum Business

Best business internet provider for low-priced bundles.

As expected from a division of cable giant Charter Communications, Spectrum Business plans are aimed primarily at small, cost-conscious business customers and come with a wide array of prices that vary based on contract length and whether you've bundled phone or TV service with your internet access. Download speeds range from 300 Mbps to 1 Gbps, at prices from $65 to $165 per month with a 12- or 24-month contract. As is typical for cable-based deployments, upload speeds are significantly slower, capped at 35 Mbps for the highest-speed tier.

There are significant discounts for bundling internet service with a mobile line or a TV package. Before signing one of these agreements, be sure to ask what the price will be after the promotional period expires.

All plans include domain name registration and email service for up to 25 accounts, with higher-priced plans bundling voice service as well. Add-ons include a $20-per-month Wireless Internet Backup plan, static IP addresses (1 for $15, up to 29 addresses for $60 monthly), and a variety of Wi-Fi options.

Google Fiber for Business

Best business internet provider for those who want to keep things simple.

Google's Fiber network, which serves home and business customers, operates in over 19 states, mostly in the West and the Southeast. If you live in one of the 38 cities and metro areas that are part of the network, you can expect to pay $100 a month for 1 Gbps service and $250 monthly for the 2 Gbps tier.

On Google Fiber plans, upload and download speeds are identical (equipment permitting) and there are no hidden fees or data caps, nor is a contract required. The monthly price includes installation and required networking equipment, including a Wi-Fi 6 or 6E router, although you're welcome to bring your own router if you prefer.

Because the Google Fiber network is mostly new, it has a reputation for reliability, especially compared with rival cable companies operating over older infrastructure. Support is easy to reach, but don't expect much in the way of hand-holding. If you want to configure additional controls on your Wi-Fi network, for example, Google's support documents suggest that you talk to "your network expert or other IT professional."

What is the best internet service provider for your business?

The most important piece of information you need to answer this question is your business address. Every provider listed here asks you to start by entering this detail, which allows them to determine whether their service is available at your location. For many businesses, only one or two choices are available and should be compared with local service providers.

The following chart is based on off-the-shelf service offerings and does not include Dedicated Internet plans. Note that some high-speed services, including AT&T's 5 Gbps service, are available in limited areas.

Which internet service provider is right for your business?

For most businesses, location is the biggest factor to consider when choosing an internet provider. If your address has access to fiber, it should be at the top of your list, with advantages in speed and reliability. Cable-based providers can also deliver cost-effective high-speed service, while the choice of 5G and LTE wireless networks hinges on whether you can get a consistently strong signal in your business location.

Factors to consider when choosing a business internet provider

Business internet providers offer a feature set that's far richer than what you're likely to get from your local cable company. Not surprisingly, that expanded feature set (and business-class support) typically comes with a higher price than you'd expect with an otherwise comparable consumer service.

Here's what to look for when making your choice:

• Symmetrical transfer speeds:  With this feature active, upload speeds are as fast as download speeds, unlike consumer-based plans that may offer significantly slow upload speeds. This detail matters for any business that routinely uploads or transfers large video and CAD files with online services or remote business partners.
• Dedicated IP addresses: Assigning a fixed address to network devices allows your business to maintain a permanent high-speed connection to a branch office or run your own public-facing server. Neither of those scenarios is possible (or advisable) with a consumer-focused internet plan.
• Security features: A business internet provider might offer a range of add-ons (for an extra cost, naturally) that allow for central management and monitoring of your network to detect and respond to threats in real time. These features are especially valuable for businesses that are subject to strict compliance requirements, such as financial institutions and medical offices.
• Email and phone service: Business internet providers typically offer attractive add-ons like email and phone service for a relatively small surcharge. Don't underestimate the convenience of being able to manage and troubleshoot these features from a single dashboard.

How did I choose these business internet provider services?

For this list, I chose well-established internet service providers that cover large portions of the US. All of them offer plans dedicated for business use, with support staff trained to work with business networks of all sizes. All of these plans include 24/7 support, with options for dedicated IP addresses, email and security add-ons, and symmetrical upload/download speeds.

What type of internet connection is best for businesses?

For most office-based small businesses, a broadband connection over fiber or coaxial cable, with wired Ethernet connections to each PC or Mac in the office, is the best choice; you can easily add wireless connectivity for use in meetings and common spaces. Businesses that are more spread out, with areas that are regularly used by visitors, might prefer an all-wireless option. Be sure to check the terms of service carefully, however, as some providers restrict access to bars, restaurants, hotels, and other establishments that serve the public. If your data needs are especially demanding, with employees routinely transferring large files or doing HD video streaming, a dedicated connection is pricey but probably worth it.

If you work from home, do you need business internet?

Remote employees can use large amounts of data, sometimes enough to exceed data caps that are common with consumer internet plans. But paying for unlimited access is usually still cheaper than signing up for a dedicated business plan. Consider a business plan if you need fast upload speeds (many consumer providers limit uploads to a fraction of download speeds) and a dedicated IP address for persistent connections. A business plan is also appropriate if you need to run your own server, which is prohibited under the terms of service for most consumer plans. Although there are workarounds that allow you to fly under the radar of some consumer providers, you don't want your business-critical server to be unexpectedly cut off from the internet because someone at your ISP discovered its existence.

What internet speed is appropriate for business use?

The service providers in this list offer an extremely wide range of speeds, from as little as 10 Mbps to a blazing 5 Gbps over a dedicated fiber connection.

Each tier of increased speed comes at a higher price, sometimes significantly higher, so it's important to sign up for only as much bandwidth as you need. That calculation is highly dependent on what your business does on a day-to-day basis. In an office with one or two workers doing mostly lightweight tasks (email and basic productivity apps) plus point-of-sale transactions, even the most modest package will probably do. You'll want to expand speeds significantly as you add workers, especially if they routinely transfer large files. Businesses that do intensive work with large files, such as graphic design shops and videographers, should get as much bandwidth as they can afford.

How do you find the best business internet provider for your business?

Start by using the provider's online form to see if service is available at your address. If your business is located in space you rent or lease, you'll need to check with the owner or management company to confirm that you're allowed to do any work required as part of the installation.

We recommend getting a detailed quote that includes all one-time charges as well as a firm estimate of monthly charges, including taxes and fees. If a long-term contract is required, be sure to find out what the monthly charge will be after the contract ends if you stay on a month-to-month basis.

Finally, look at any available add-ons, including business phone service, email, wireless backup, and business Wi-Fi that uses secure authentication rather than a simple password. You might find that those options can provide some extra savings and give you a single point of contact for support. 

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In the event of a conflict or inconsistency between these Terms and Conditions and CRF and/or Terms and Conditions of the respective mobile/content service(s), such inconsistency shall be resolved by giving precedence in the following decreasing order (i) these Terms and Conditions (ii) Terms and Conditions of CRF and/or the respective mobile/content service(s).

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MEGA™ Lightning 188 plan & Mega for Business + XL Pass plan quota will be refreshed:

New eligible Postpaid Customers – Promotional quota will be reflected immediately

Existing eligible Postpaid Customers – Promotional quota will be reflected in next bill cycle

Customers will receive an SMS notification once their Plan is activated with 5G services.

5G services will utilise High-speed Base Internet and Add-On Internet allocated under the plan.

5G services are not applicable for Unlimited Internet allocated under the plan.

For Change of Bill Plan (COBP), Internet utilisation will follow the manner stated in Clauses 4 and 5.

This Campaign is not applicable to MEGA™ Unlimited plans. Offerings under Clause 2 will be dropped if customer switched from eligible plans to MEGA™ Unlimited plans during Campaign Period.

Customers can disable 5G services via mobile network settings of their smartphone and these steps may vary depending on the model of smartphone.

In the event where Customers have already activated 5G services, Customers may enjoy 5G Roaming automatically in the areas supported by 5G roaming network operator.

Customers may need to subscribe to Celcom Roaming pass to enjoy 5G services. All roaming passes are supported by 5G.

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• Except as expressly mentioned herein, Celcom shall not be responsible for any expenses and cost including out-of-pocket expenses related to or as a consequence of participating in this Campaign.  
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How cellphones can get you killed on the modern battlefield, according to a US Army officer

• A US Army officer said military trainers had warned soldiers of the dangers of cellphone use.
• "The cellphone is the new cigarette in the foxhole," he told Foreign Policy.
• Ukraine has used Russian soldiers' cellular data to locate and target their positions.

Cellphones have revolutionized the ways war is documented, providing snapshots of life on the front lines, glimpses of the latest military equipment, and harrowing images of death and destruction.

But they are also potentially lethal for the soldiers carrying them, a US Army officer has said.

Maj. Gen. Curtis Taylor told Jack Detsch, a reporter at Foreign Policy , that Army trainers had been warning soldiers about the dangers of taking cellphones on operations.

"We've shown soldiers, 'Hey, your cellphone can get you killed,'" Taylor, the commanding general of the National Training Center and Fort Irwin, said.

He pointed to one training incident when he said he and his team were able to locate an otherwise undetectable Apache stealth helicopter as it made its way through their air defenses because the pilot's phone was moving at 120 miles per hour.

Taylor compared the dangers posed by cellphones to that of cigarette smoking during World War II, when the spark of a match or the glow of a cigarette could help snipers pick out enemy targets.

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"The cellphone is the new cigarette in the foxhole," Taylor said.

Ukraine has targeted Russian cellular data

The Russia-Ukraine war has been marked by the use of cellular data to target enemy positions.

A January report by the cybersecurity company Enea highlighted the Ukrainian strike on a Russian barracks in the city of Makiivka in eastern Ukraine on New Year's Eve 2022.

The Russian Ministry of Defense said the strike occurred after Russian reservists turned on their cellphones , allowing Ukrainian intelligence operatives to identify their location.

The area was then targeted by an M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS). Russian sources claim 89 soldiers were killed in the strikes, while Ukraine put the number at around 400.

In a statement following the incident, the Russian Ministry of Defense said: "It is already obvious that the main reason for what happened was the switching on and massive use — contrary to the prohibition — by personnel of mobile phones in a reach zone of enemy weapons."

"This factor allowed the enemy to locate and determine the coordinates of the location of the servicemen to launch a missile strike," it added.

Russia is likely using similar tactics to its advantage, however.

It is known to be using the Leer-3 electronic warfare system, which is capable of identifying 2,000 phones within a 3.7-mile range, potentially exposing Ukrainian locations, Sky News previously reported.

Electronic warfare uses the electromagnetic spectrum, including signals like radio, infrared, or radar, to disrupt and degrade an enemy's ability to use those signals, according to defense manufacturer Lockheed Martin .

It has played a crucial role in the conflict so far due to its potential for identifying targets and combating drone attacks.

While the dangers of using a cellphone on the battlefield appear plentiful, the Enea report said: "A mobile device — despite its risks — has utility as a backup communication system; a means to document enemy movements, create after-action reports or other intelligence; and as a propaganda/content generation system."

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Golden line: See what cell providers offer senior discounts

As inflation ticks up , there are one group of people who may have a coupon printed right on their drivers license: seniors.

Some, such as Farm Forum financial columnist Rick Kahler, argue that more people should take advantage of the discounts offered to those of a certain age.

"No one forces businesses to offer senior discounts," Kahler, the president and owner of Kahler Financial of Rapid City, wrote. "Companies do so because it’s ultimately good for them if you do business with them instead of their competitors."

As cell phones become increasingly integral for communication, the more experienced at life can take advantage of plans marketed towards those over 55.

Here are the senior discounts and plans offered by mobile carriers.

AT&T offers the Unlimited 55+ for people 55 or older and who have a billing address in Florida. The plan costs $60 per month for one line or $80 per month for two lines. Each line receives unlimited data, phone calls and text messages.

The plan must be purchased at an AT&T location in Florida.

Seniors in other states can take advantage of an up to $10 per month discount through AARP on the cell phone provider's Unlimited Premium plan.

T-Mobile offers three 55+ lines for seniors:

• Essentials Choice 55: $45 per month for one line
• Go5G Plus 55: $70 per month for one line
• Go5G Next 55: $80 per month for one line

Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless does not offer a senior discount or plan.

Mint Mobile

Mint Mobile offers a cell phone plan for seniors 55 and older called Mint 55+. The plan costs $15.99 per month and includes assistance with cancelling a contract with a previous carrier.

Consumer Cellular

AARP members can save 5% on monthly service and 30% on some accessories at Consumer Cellular.

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