Texas Benefits from 18,600 New Kinetic Fiber Builds
The Texas additions extend fiber availability to more than 100 communities, rather than representing newly signed subscribers.
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Uniti (NASDAQ: UNIT) expanded its Kinetic fiber network to an additional 18,600 Texas homes in the third quarter of 2026. The buildout covered more than 100 communities, with additions in Sugar Land, Texarkana, Hemphill, Cresson, Buffalo, Frost and Lovelady, among others.
Across its 18-state footprint, Kinetic added 162,000 fiber locations during the quarter. More than 257,000 Texas homes and businesses now have access to its fiber service. Kinetic’s network has approximately 2.2 million homes passed across its footprint, meaning homes its network reaches rather than a count of subscribers.
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- Moderate point162,000 fiber locations added in Q3 2026 included 18,600 additional Texas homes, expanding Kinetic’s network reach.
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News Explained
Kinetic announced a YouTube TV bundle for eligible new or existing Kinetic customers who are new to YouTube TV’s main plan: after a free trial, it provides
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Key Figures
- Texas homes added
- 18,600 homes
- Kinetic fiber expansion in Q3 2026
- Communities reached
- More than 100 communities
- Texas fiber expansion in Q3 2026
- Texas access footprint
- More than 257,000 homes and businesses
- Across Texas have access to Kinetic connectivity
- Q3 footprint additions
- 162,000 fiber locations
- Across Kinetic's 18-state footprint in Q3 2026
Historical Context
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Added 11,400 Lexington fiber locations, bringing access to 46,800 households.
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- Rapid Q3 2026 expansion benefits communities and customers by enabling remote work, gaming, streaming, agriculture and telehealth
- 162,000 total fiber locations added across Kinetic’s 18-state footprint in Q3
SUGAR LAND, Texas, Nov. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kinetic today announced a major broadband expansion in Texas, delivering multi-gig fiber internet to an additional 18,600 homes across more than 100 communities in the third quarter of 2026. The expansion highlights Kinetic’s commitment to delivering better technology, at a better value for customers.
According to Ookla® Speedtest Intelligence® data 1H 2026, 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 third quarter of 2026, Kinetic added fiber locations in Sugar Land, Texarkana, Hemphill, Cresson, Buffalo, Frost, Lovelady, and more.
“I love having Kinetic. It’s the best internet provider. I have no problem and no issues, and it runs really fast and smoothly,” said Joe Anthony Mendoza, a Kinetic customer in Van Horn, Texas.
To date, more than 257,000 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
"Reliable, high-speed internet is essential for every community, especially when it comes to economic growth and participation in today's digital economy,” said Stacy Hale, Kinetic's state operations president. “Fiber internet can help support local businesses, expand access to education and telehealth, and create more opportunities for residents to work, learn and thrive. We're committed to bringing this technology to more communities to help strengthen their economic foundation and bolster success 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, named CNET’s Best Rural Fiber Internet Provider in 2026, has approximately 11.9 million fiber strand miles and approximately 2.2 million homes passed to date across its 18-state footprint.
“We’re reaching more areas faster with award-winning technology to help people stay connected to what matters most,” 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.
**New and existing Kinetic users new to YouTube TV main plan. If eligible, user receives a free trial then,
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