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Mint Mobile Launches Affordable 5G Home Internet Service

10/18/2025

Summary

Story summary

Mint Mobile has launched its 5G Home MINTernet service with plans starting at $30 per month when bundled with a Mint phone plan.
The service uses T-Mobile's 5G network.
The service delivers speeds of 133 to 415 Mbps.
Mint emphasizes simplicity with no installation fees or complicated contracts.
Existing Mint customers can save $10 per month.

History

Historical Context

T-Mobile launched its 5G network on December 2, 2019, covering 200 million people across over 5,000 locations. This expansion followed its 2013 "Un-carrier" initiative, which simplified pricing and eliminated contracts. The introduction of affordable services like Mint Mobile's 5G Home MINTernet reflects a trend towards competitive pricing in telecommunications, enhancing consumer access to high-speed internet and fostering innovation among providers.

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Story summary

Mint Mobile has launched its 5G Home MINTernet service with plans starting at $30 per month when bundled with a Mint phone plan.
The service uses T-Mobile's 5G network.
The service delivers speeds of 133 to 415 Mbps.
Mint emphasizes simplicity with no installation fees or complicated contracts.
Existing Mint customers can save $10 per month.

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