Google Fiber Expands 20 Gbps Internet to New Cities with Nokia’s 25G PON Tech

Daniel Hollis

Edited by Rabeeca Lee Armstrong

PHOTO BY PAWING ON PIXABAY

Google Fiber is expanding its ultra-fast 20 Gbps internet service to more cities by using Nokia’s advanced 25G PON technology. This means faster, more reliable internet for more people, significantly improving online experiences.

The upgrade helps meet rising demand for high-speed connections, ideal for streaming, gaming, and remote work. Many new areas will soon enjoy this cutting-edge infrastructure, changing the way residents connect.

Breaking The 10 Gig Barrier

Google Fiber is surpassing the standard 10 Gbps limit by adopting Nokia’s 25G PON technology, enabling 20 Gbps internet service. This move positions them at the forefront of residential and business broadband speed.

The partnership was highlighted in the following tweet, where Nokia confirmed Google Fiber chose their solution to power this next-gen rollout:

On second day at #NetworkX 2023, we continued to build momentum for 25G PON: Google Fiber chose our solution to enhance their existing fiber network. This will open door to groundbreaking 20 Gig broadband service for their customers: https://t.co/P5Gx4ogBum #fiberforeverything pic.twitter.com/VdOmtvGH6E
— Nokia for CSPs (@nokianetworks) October 26, 2023

With faster downloads and multi-user support, this upgrade builds on existing infrastructure—proving fiber can scale without major rewiring.

Early Access In Select Cities

Google Fiber has launched early access to its 20 Gbps service in select cities as part of a limited pilot program. This offering uses Nokia’s 25G PON technology to deliver fast, reliable speeds to early adopters.

Kansas City is open for signups, Raleigh offers limited access, and Salt Lake City is running an invitation-only trial. Expansion depends on demand and infrastructure.

The video below highlights the technology behind this rollout, showing why these cities are leading the way:

Future-Ready Home Connectivity

Google Fiber’s 20 Gbps service, powered by Nokia’s 25G PON technology, is designed to future-proof home connectivity. It easily supports 4K streaming, gaming, and smart home devices without interruption.

Homes benefit from faster uploads, low latency, and seamless performance—even with multiple users online at once. This scalability is crucial as digital demands grow.

In the Instagram post below, Nokia and Google Fiber showcased a 50 Gbps test, hinting at the next leap beyond today’s ultra-fast home internet: