The 60-20-60 Rule Every Family Should Know Before A Family Road Trip With Teens
Family road trips give teens a chance to do something different: take a brain break. The time in the car can offer a hard pause from the group chats and location check-ins long enough to be a helpful reset. But long drives can also overload teens faster than many parents realize if the boundaries aren’t clear. Too much scrolling and sitting still can leave teens mentally drained, emotionally reactive or completely checked out when the drive is over. And because a teen’s brain is still learning how to
Verizon’s Ready To Keep You Connected As A Potential Tropical Storm Forms In The Gulf; Offers Tips To Prepare
With tropical storm watches now in place for portions of the Gulf Coast, Verizon is reassuring residents, businesses, and first responders that its network and emergency response teams are ready to maintain critical connectivity. As part of its year-round preparation, Verizon builds a highly resilient network ecosystem utilizing built-in backup power, redundant fiber routes, and hardened infrastructure. In addition, nearly 3,000 mobile assets—including portable cell sites, mobile command centers,
Everything You Need To Know About How Verizon Is Breaking The Industry Mold
Today, Verizon announced it's breaking the industry mold to put customers first by replacing complexity and friction with simplicity and true customer choice. With a new loyalty program and two new simple plans, Verizon is putting customers first. You may have some questions around Verizon’s announcement today. Here’s what you need to know. Verizon SimplicityA straightforward mobile plan with Verizon’s best 5G network for everyone, no network tiers and optional bundles.Verizon
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Orlando Soccer Celebration: A Summer-Long World Cup Fan Experience
As Orlando prepares to welcome visitors and soccer fans from around the world this summer, Orlando City SC and Orlando Pride are excited to invite your members, constituents and community networks to take part in the Orlando Soccer Celebration presented by Verizon — a free, festival-style fan experience taking place at Pointe Orlando from June 11 through July 19.During the FIFA World Cup 2026™, Orlando Soccer Celebration will transform Pointe Orlando into the ultimate soccer destination in Central Florida,
Co-Parenting? Here’s How To Create Healthier Digital Boundaries Across Two Homes
“Mom lets me use my phone at night. Why can’t I here?” If you’re co-parenting, you’ve likely heard some version of this, and it rarely leads to a simple answer. One household allows late-night scrolling. The other says phones get turned off at 9. One parent says yes to social media. The other isn’t ready. In these situations, the child is caught in the middle and parents are left wondering: Am I being too strict, or not strict enough? As a parenting coach who works with families navigating divorce and
In The Eye Of The Storm: Reliability When It Matters Most
When Hurricane Helene made landfall in September 2024, it served as a stark reminder of nature’s power, especially its capacity to take down not only infrastructure but also crucial connectivity. At Verizon, we believe your phone is more than a device; it’s a lifeline—your flashlight, your map, and your fastest path to help. While we prepare year-round to restore connectivity in the most challenging conditions, the best time to secure your family’s safety is before the sky turns grey.Crisis
4 Questions Parents Can Ask Their Kids About Ai In Social Media
Any child with access to social media has likely experienced an artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot. Some well-known examples: Meta has an AI assistant that will show you how to change a tire or help you lose weight. Snapchat’s My AI buddy will explain a science topic in a simple way, or toss out some birthday gift ideas for a friend. For most families, the first interactions with these AI chatbots in social media are pretty harmless—like asking a chatbot to write silly song lyrics. Children quickly
How Smart Home Tech Can Simplify Your Family Routine
Increasingly, families are using smart home devices to make routines that feel calmer and a little more predictable. According to a 2026 survey from the average American household has 11 connected devices, so the tech to create smarter routines is already there. Smart lighting is in 24% of homes, smart speakers in 36% and video doorbells in nearly 39% of households. So how does smart tech ease the family routine? The smartest setups aren’t the most complicated. They just quietly take away those parts of
Verizon Announces A Massive Ticket Drop For FIFA World Cup 2026
The countdown is reaching a fever pitch. Today Verizon, the Official Telecommunication Services Sponsor for FIFA World Cup 2026™, announced its largest free ticket giveaway for Verizon customers to secure free seats at the world’s biggest sporting event. To mark the occasion, Verizon is debuting a brand new commercial featuring David Beckham, who returns to show fans how Verizon is the only way to get “Ultimate Access” to the tournament. “At Verizon, we’re obsessed with giving our customers access and
Verizon Champions The Innovators Of Tomorrow, Names Winner Of Verizon Frontline App Developer Challenge
Continuing a decades-long commitment to driving innovation in public safety, emergency response and community resilience, Verizon today announced the winner of its first-ever Verizon Frontline App Developer Challenge. The competition, launched last year on National First Responders Day, was designed to identify next-generation mobile applications built to help first responders achieve their missions more safely and efficiently. The challenge culminated with a special event at the New York Stock
Explore the Central Florida Zoo After Dark with Flashlight Safari
ooking for a unique summer experience without the scorching daytime temperatures? Discoverthe Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens when the sun goes down during Flashlight Safari, presented by Verizon. Join us on June 20 and experience the sights and sounds of the Zoo at night during this exciting nocturnal adventure featuring a guided flashlight tour. The evening begins with check-in at 7:30 p.m. inside the Discovery Center, where guestswill have the opportunity to get up close with
AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon Plan To Launch New Joint Venture That Helps End Dead Zones
AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon have an agreement in principle to form a new JV which aims to help end wireless dead zones in the U.S., including in rural areas, by pooling limited spectrum resources to increase capacity, improve the customer experience, and help satellite providers reach more customers through a unified platform. The JV remains subject to negotiating definitive agreements between the parties and satisfying customary closing conditions. Collectively, satellite services function as
Verizon Unveils Digital Twin Technology And Expanded Satellite Fleet In Preparation For The 2026 Hurricane Season
As the June 1 start of the 2026 hurricane season approaches, Verizon is taking a massive leap forward in disaster response and recovery. Recognizing that the hours following a landfalling storm are the most critical for the safety and well being of our communities, Verizon is introducing a suite of technological innovations designed to restore connectivity faster and more safely than ever before. “In an emergency, every second counts. Whether it’s a family checking in on a loved one or a first
Verizon launches the “Verizon Small Business Super Pitch” competition with soccer star Carli Lloyd
In addition to giving fans unmatched access to the highly anticipated FIFA World Cup 2026™, this summer Verizon is also serving up a different kind of pitch—A Super Pitch. The Verizon Small Business Super Pitch competition will offer small business owners across the country the chance to win a grant and a complimentary trip to the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Final at New York New Jersey Stadium. To be eligible, business owners must be registered for Small Business Digital Ready and complete at least one
