Increased Internet Speeds from RCN Now Available to Lehigh Valley Residents

Leading Internet Provider More than Doubles Speeds with its 330 Mbps Internet Option for Bethlehem, Easton, Allentown and surrounding communities

PRINCETON, NJ – November 16, 2016 - RCN, a three time winning provider of high-speed internet, digital TV and phone services, today announced the immediate availability of 330 Mbps internet to residents in the Lehigh Valley through the company’s ultra-fast, fiber-rich network. This speed increase provides RCN customers in each of its serviceable areas, including Bethlehem, Easton, Allentown and surrounding communities, with an upgrade of more than double its current offering. Residential users have demonstrated a growing need for high-capacity internet access to support their numerous personal devices, including laptops, gaming consoles, eReaders, tablets, smartphones and more. RCN’s ultra-fast 330 Mbps rate enables speedy access to YouTube HD videos, allowing users to play games with low latency and enhances streaming experiences.

The company’s 330Mbps internet provides a high-performance connection that delivers unrivalled value, all over a platform designed to expand as a customer’s future internet needs expand.

“Just in time for holiday shopping and increased family time, RCN is bringing more internet speed and bandwidth into the homes of the Lehigh Valley,” said Sanford Ames, Jr., Senior Vice President and General Manager of RCN Lehigh Valley. “Our priority is to provide customers with a reliable and cost-effective broadband connection that makes life easier. With the Internet of Things continuing to grow, it’s important to stay innovative and relevant in the marketplace and give our communities the best service – and technologies – that we can.”

RCN’s 330 Mbps internet service is now available with pricing starting at just $59.99/month for 12 months. Those interested in signing up can do so by calling 1-800-RING-RCN or by visiting rcn.com. RCN Lehigh Valley provides high-speed internet, digital TV and phone services to residents in single homes and apartments in Bethlehem, Easton, Allentown and surrounding communities.

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About RCN Corporation
RCN Telecom Services, LLC (www.rcn.com and www.rcn.com/business) provides industry-leading high-speed internet, all-digital TV and phone services for residential, small/medium and Enterprise business customers. PC Magazine’s Readers’ Choice Award named RCN one of the winners for best ISPs in 2013, 2015 and 2016 – RCN was rated highest in overall satisfaction. RCN is YouTube HD Verified, earning the company the highest-ranking that Google offers. RCN is also a Netflix Open Connect partner, placing in the Top rankings on the Netflix USA ISP Speed Index in the markets RCN serves. RCN's affordably priced advanced digital services are delivered through its proprietary, state-of-the-art fiber-rich network and supported by 100% U.S.-based customer service. RCN's primary service areas include Boston, Chicago, Lehigh Valley (PA), New York City, Philadelphia (Delaware County) and Washington, DC.

RCN Media Contact:
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