Optimum today announces the planned deployment of its 100% fiber-to-the-home network in Montclair and West Orange, New Jersey, which will enable thousands of residents and businesses to enjoy Optimum’s Fiber Internet, TV, and phone services for the very first time. Optimum Mobile services have already launched to customers in both markets and remain widely available across the Optimum footprint.
“Optimum is extremely pleased to share plans to invest further in New Jersey by expanding our full suite of fiber products and connectivity services into Montclair and West Orange,” said Vic Pascarelli, Vice President, General Manager of Optimum Northeast. “We are committed to delivering reliable and ultra-fast fiber and award-winning 5G mobile connections across the state and look forward to providing these communities with a superior and seamless connectivity experience to keep them connected to the people, things, and experiences they value, anywhere they go.”
Optimum expects to begin offering fiber internet services in Montclair and West Orange by mid 2024.
About Optimum Fiber Internet
Optimum’s 100% Fiber Internet Network is the fastest in the New York tri-state area, providing a superior connectivity experience, including multi-gigabit symmetrical speeds of up to 8 Gig, which is four times faster than Verizon, unlimited data with 99.9% network reliability, increased bandwidth for more devices, and Smart WiFi for whole home coverage. When paired with Optimum Mobile, customers can experience complete and seamless connectivity both at home and on the go, all through one provider.
Unlock Additional Savings When Switching to Optimum
Once Optimum internet services become available to Montclair and West Orange residents, customers interested in switching to Optimum can unlock significant savings of up to $1,000 per year by enrolling in Optimum Complete, a series of Internet + Mobile bundles which provide access to a variety of service levels and price points to meet the bandwidth and data needs of every customer1. Optimum Complete includes packages that start at just $45 per month for internet service with one mobile line.
About Optimum Mobile
Optimum Mobile is delivered over America’s largest, fastest, and most awarded 5G network and was voted #1 in customer satisfaction by the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI)2. Local residents and businesses in Montclair and West Orange can sign up for mobile services at one of the Optimum retail locations across the state, where they can view the full Optimum Mobile product lineup and device offerings and receive assistance from a retail associate, by calling 866.9.OPTIMUM, or visiting optimum.com/mobile to learn more.
Optimum’s Commitment to New Jersey
Optimum currently serves more than 200 communities across the state of New Jersey, delivering internet, mobile, TV, and phone services to hundreds of thousands of customers. Over the last several years, the company has invested hundreds of millions of dollars upgrading its network across the state with 100% fiber technology, which has enabled the delivery of symmetrical internet speeds of up to 8 Gig.
Optimum also operates more than 20 retail stores in New Jersey to provide customer care and sales support to local residents and businesses and employs thousands of Optimum teammates and partners across the state.
As part of Optimum’s commitment to making a positive impact in New Jersey, the company participates in programs with leading organizations such as DonorsChoose, FIRST, and the Boys & Girls Clubs of America to further support the education and STEM learning of local area students. Optimum plans to bring those same values and initiatives to its work in Montclair and West Orange in addition to participating in and sponsoring local events throughout the area.
Additional Information
For more information on Optimum’s fiber network build and to learn when Optimum Fiber will be available in Montclair and West Orange, local residents can visit optimum.com/Montclair or optimum.com/West-Orange. For more information on Optimum products and services, customers can visit nearby Optimum stores in East Hanover, Newark, Pompton Plains, and Totowa, call 866.9.OPTIMUM or visit optimum.com.
Store Information
East Hanover, NJ
Address: 368 RT10 W, East Hanover, NJ 07936
Hours: Monday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Sunday 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Newark, NJ
Address: 186 West Market Street, Newark, NJ 07103
Hours: Monday – Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Pompton Plains, NJ
Address: 490 State RT 23, Ste B-2, Pompton Plains, NJ 07444
Hours: Monday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Sunday 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Totowa, NJ
Address: 205 US Highway 46 West, Totowa, NJ 07512
Hours: Monday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Additional Optimum retail locations in New Jersey can be found here.
About Optimum
Optimum is a brand of Altice USA, one of the largest broadband communications and video services providers in the United States, delivering broadband, video, mobile, proprietary content and advertising services to approximately 4.7 million residential and business customers across 21 states. The company operates a4, an advanced advertising and data business, which provides audience-based, multiscreen advertising solutions to local, regional and national businesses and advertising clients. Altice USA also offers hyper-local and international news through its News 12 and i24NEWS networks.
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1 Based on comparison of Optimum Complete with 1 Gig Fiber Internet + 2 lines of Optimum Mobile unlimited plan with Verizon Fios 1 Gigabyte Internet + 2 lines of 5G Unlimited Plus plan.
2 Compared to other measured full service mobile service providers in the 2022 American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) surveys of customers rating their own mobile service provider’s performance.
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