Optimum Mobile

Optimum Mobile is a mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) service launched by Altice USA, a major cable television and internet service provider in the United States. The service operates over the Optimum cable network's infrastructure, leveraging Altice's existing broadband footprint to provide wireless voice and data services. Optimum Mobile offers both no-contract and contract plans, utilizing T-Mobile's network for coverage. The service is primarily marketed to existing Optimum internet and TV subscribers as a bundle option, aiming to reduce customer churn and increase average revenue per user. Since its launch, Optimum Mobile has expanded its plan options to include unlimited data tiers and international calling features. The domain optimummobile.com serves as the primary online portal for account management, plan selection, and customer support. Altice USA, headquartered in Bethpage, New York, is a publicly traded company listed on the NYSE under the ticker ATUS. The company has a significant presence in the northeastern United States and other regions, serving millions of residential and business customers. Optimum Mobile competes with other MVNOs such as Xfinity Mobile and Spectrum Mobile, as well as national carriers. The service has received mixed reviews, with praise for its pricing and bundling options but criticism for occasional customer service issues and limited device selection. Overall, Optimum Mobile represents a strategic move by Altice USA to enter the wireless market and offer quad-play services.