Texas Benefits From 13,000 New Kinetic Fiber Builds
Rhea-AI Summary
Kinetic, a business unit of Uniti (NASDAQ: UNIT), reported a major Q2 2026 broadband expansion in Texas, activating multi-gig fiber internet for an additional 13,000 homes across more than 100 communities. This formed part of 141,000 total fiber locations added across Kinetic’s 18-state footprint during the quarter.
According to Kinetic, over 238,000 Texas homes and businesses now have access to its fiber network, which spans approximately 11.7 million fiber strand miles and 2.1 million homes passed companywide. Customers can access multi-gig service, Wi‑Fi 7, professional whole-home Wi‑Fi setup via the Kinetic Promise, and a YouTube TV bundle offering a $10-per-month discount for up to 12 months to eligible users. Kinetic cites external research linking fiber availability to higher business growth, increased self-employment, and higher home values, and highlights sustainability benefits versus copper.
Positive
- 13,000 additional Texas homes gained multi-gig fiber in Q2 2026
- 141,000 total fiber locations added across 18 states in Q2 2026
- More than 238,000 Texas homes and businesses now have Kinetic fiber access
- Network footprint reaches about 11.7 million fiber strand miles and 2.1 million homes passed
- YouTube TV bundle offers $10/month discount for up to 12 months to eligible customers
Negative
- None.
News Explained
The Kinetic Promise is a reasonable-effort service commitment, not a guarantee of uniform Wi‑Fi coverage or performance; additional equipment or wiring may be required and charged, while customers may cancel at any time.
Key Figures
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 23 | Fiber expansion | Positive | -1.0% | Lexington fiber expansion added more than 2,800 locations across the network. |
| Jul 20 | Fiber milestone | Positive | -0.7% | Broken Arrow fiber milestone surpassed 35,000 new locations with company-funded deployment. |
| Jul 09 | Community sponsorship | Positive | +1.9% | Uniti sponsored the National Veterans Wheelchair Games for the sixth consecutive year. |
| Jun 25 | Conference call notice | Neutral | -3.4% | Uniti scheduled its second-quarter financial results release and earnings conference call. |
| Jun 25 | Product launch | Positive | +1.2% | Kinetic launched AlwaysOn Wi-Fi wireless backup service for residential and small-business customers. |
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Recent positive Kinetic operating announcements produced mixed reactions, with two expansion-related events diverging from the news sentiment.
Key Terms
multi-gigabit technical
low-latency technical
wi-fi 7 technical
fiber-optic technical
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- Rapid Q2 2026 expansion benefits communities and customers by enabling remote work, gaming, streaming, agriculture and telehealth
- 141,000 total fiber locations added across Kinetic’s 18-state footprint in Q2
SUGAR LAND, Texas, Aug. 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kinetic today announced a major broadband expansion in Texas, delivering multi-gig fiber internet to an additional 13,000 homes across more than 100 communities in the second quarter of 2026. The expansion highlights Kinetic’s commitment to delivering better technology, at a better value for customers.
According to Ookla’s 2026 H1 Speedtest data, Kinetic delivers the “fastest upload speeds” in Andrews County, Bowie County, Dumas/Moore County, Kerrville/Kerr County, New Boston/Bowie County, Pecos, Reeves County, Wake Village/Bowie County, and Winkler County.*
In the second quarter of 2026, Kinetic added fiber locations in Sugar Land, Texarkana, Whitney, Cresson, Trinity, Crockett, Grapeland, Hooks, and more.
“Kinetic has excellent quality internet service and at a very good price,” said John Venable, a Kinetic customer in Lone Star, Texas.
To date, more than 238,000 homes and businesses across the Lone Star State have access to Kinetic’s high-speed, next-generation connectivity.
Research shows that fiber-connected communities experience
“Fast, reliable fiber internet is more important than ever; it can change the way people live, work and learn in today’s digital world. Better connectivity can create new opportunities in communities of every size, and we’re committed to delivering it,” said Stacy Hale, Kinetic’s state operations president. “Our focus is on building strong, future-ready infrastructure that helps residents, businesses and families stay connected and succeed for years to come.”
Kinetic fiber customers can benefit from seamless 4K+ streaming across multiple devices with no data caps and no usage charges. Multi-gigabit connections support remote work, online learning and low-latency gaming and, through partnerships with YouTube TV, AT&T for wireless bundles, and eero, an Amazon company, households and businesses receive a unified high-performance connectivity experience.
More Texas residents and businesses now have access to:
- Wi-Fi 7 – The newest, most advanced secure connection with equipment from manufacturers like eero, an Amazon company. Wi-Fi 7 delivers faster speeds and lower latency and supports up to 200+ connected devices at the same time, creating a better internet experience with wall-to-wall coverage and less tech stress.
- Whole-Home Wi-Fi Set-Up – Professional new fiber installs coupled with the Kinetic Promise™, which is a pledge that technicians will not leave the home until Wi-Fi works in every area and on every device where needed.
- YouTube TV Bundle – New bundle gives eligible Kinetic customers a
$10 per month discount for up to 12 months** when they pair YouTube TV with their high-speed internet packages.
Kinetic, recently named CNET’s Best Rural Fiber Internet Provider in 2026, has approximately 11.7 million fiber strand miles and approximately 2.1 million homes passed to date across its 18-state footprint.
“As we invest in communities and grow our fiber-optic network, we’re reaching more areas faster with award-winning technology to help people stay connected to what matters most, build businesses, work online and access new opportunities,” said Hale.
Residents interested in Kinetic Fiber Internet can check service availability and construction updates at www.gokinetic.com or call 1- 877-90-FIBER (877-903-4237).
About Kinetic: Named the Telecommunications Company of the Year in 2026 (Stevie GOLD/American Business Awards), Kinetic is a business unit of Uniti (NASDAQ: UNIT), and is a premier insurgent provider of multi-gigabit fiber internet, whole-home Wi-Fi, internet security, and voice services in 1,400 markets across 18 states in the Southwestern, Southeastern, Midwestern, and Northeastern U.S. Additional information is available at gokinetic.com.
Media Contact:
Megan Krtek
uniti.kinetic.pr@uniti.com
Kinetic Promise™ relies on reasonable effort to confirm Wi‑Fi works in living spaces where customer grants technician access. Wi‑Fi coverage & performance vary by layout, building materials, interference, & device capability. Not a guarantee of uniform coverage, speed, or error‑free service. Add. equipment or wiring may be required & incur charges; certain areas/devices (e.g., detached structures or outdoor spaces) may be excluded. Customer may cancel any time.
*Based on Ookla® Speedtest Intelligence® data, 1H 2026. All rights reserved. Technology agnostic.
**New and existing Kinetic users new to YouTube TV main plan. If eligible, user receives a free trial then,
