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Andrea Katsenes (602) 694-1275
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Ongoing investments in fiber-powered networks and speed tier increases help deliver the fastest downloads in Phoenix metro and across the country
PHOENIX— Cox Communications today announced that its high-speed fiber-powered broadband service has been recognized by Ookla® Speedtest® (speedtest.net) for offering America’s fastest download speeds for the third quarter of 2023, achieving median speeds of 260.09 Mbps. Ookla is a global leader in connectivity intelligence. Ookla Speedtest also recognized Cox as having the fastest download speeds here in Phoenix for the 8th consecutive year.
They said it
“The enhancements we continue making to our fiber-powered network are helping us deliver a world-class experience to our customers, with an eye on immense value and equipping home networks for the technologies of tomorrow,” said Susan Anable, Cox Phoenix Market Vice President. “This recognition from Ookla, the standard bearer for reliable internet speed testing, is a testament to the investments we’ve made in Arizona and will continue to make in the coming years.”
By the numbers
In the last 10 years, Cox has invested more than $11 billion in network upgrades to deliver some of the most powerful internet, TV, phone, smart home, and mobile services and will continue making multibillion-dollar annual infrastructure investments over the next several years. This year, the company:
- Increased speeds for the majority of its customers, nearly three-quarters of whom now enjoy download speeds of a half-GIG or greater
- Expanded fiber-to-the-home connectivity
- Expanded multi-GIG speed capabilities, which will be available to approximately half of Cox customers by the end of 2023. All customers already have access to 1 GIG speed or greater.
- Additionally, building upon its longstanding efforts to bridge the digital divide, Cox is expanding its footprint to reach underserved and rural communities in Arizona, including Arizona City, the City of Maricopa, San Manuel, Oracle, Black Canyon City, Congress, Huachuca City, Sun Lakes, SE Sierra Vista, Eloy, Toltec, Desert Hills, Three Points, and Summit View.
Getting the most accurate test of internet speeds
Cox customers seeking to measure the speed of a connected device while at home should download the Ookla Speedtest app for their desktops and mobile devices. Ookla Speedtest can also be run from a web browser at www.speedtest.net.
Internet speed test results can vary based on several factors, such as the devices themselves, the location of the equipment, and sharing connections with other users. Most individual devices, like smartphones, tablets, and laptops, aren’t capable of supporting super-fast speeds. The age and capabilities of the modem or router from which the test is run can also impact the results. Newer model modems can better leverage available network capacity. Device network interface is also important. For speed tiers above 100 Mbps, your router, modem, or hardwired device must have a 1 Gbps Ethernet port. It’s important to remember that most households can connect multiple devices at one time seamlessly with 250 Mbps download speeds.
Based on analysis by Ookla® of Speedtest Intelligence® data for fixed median download speeds, United States, Q3 2023, and Phoenix, Q2 2016 to Q3 2023, Ookla trademarks are used under license and reprinted with permission.
About Ookla®
Ookla is a global leader in connectivity intelligence that provides consumers, businesses, and other organizations with data-driven insights to improve networks and connected experiences. We help our clients efficiently solve their biggest connectivity challenges and drive forward innovation.
Ookla is a division of Ziff Davis (NASDAQ: ZD), a vertically focused digital media and internet company whose portfolio includes leading brands in technology, entertainment, shopping, health, cybersecurity, and martech. Ookla’s world-renowned brands include Speedtest, Downdetector, Ekahau, RootMetrics, and more.
About Cox Communications
Cox Communications is committed to creating meaningful moments of human connection through technology. As the largest private broadband company in America, we operate fiber-powered broadband networks in more than 30 states, providing connections and advanced cloud and managed IT services for nearly seven million homes and businesses nationwide. We’re dedicated to empowering others to build a better future and celebrating diverse products, people, suppliers, communities, and the characteristics that make each one unique. In Arizona, Cox generates nearly $5.5 billion in total economic impact annually and the 3,100 Arizona employees of Cox are proud to have volunteered more than 51,000 hours each year in the communities where we live and work. Cox Communications is the largest division of Cox Enterprises, a family-owned business founded in 1898 by Governor James M. Cox.
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