Exciting New Changes to the Speedtest App: Understanding your Speeds
The Speedtest app is designed to give you the power to test and troubleshoot your internet connection, all in one place. Over the past year, we’ve been working on enhancements to provide you with even more insights into your results. Here’s a look at the latest features that make understanding your internet experience easier than ever.
Troubleshoot Issues Faster with Downdetector Favorites
Ever wonder if slow speeds are because of your internet or the website you’re trying to access? Downdetector is directly integrated into the Speedtest app, providing you with an immediate way to check for widespread service outages. With the ability to track up to 20 of your favorite services, you can easily monitor the platforms you rely on most.
- Take a Speedtest, then check Downdetector to see if the service you’re trying to access is experiencing a widespread issue.
- Get clarity on whether a problem lies with your personal connection or a larger service disruption.
Understand Your Real-World Performance with Experience Ratings
With our new Experience Ratings, you can see how your Speedtest results translate into real-world performance. This new feature provides ratings based on your Speedtest results for: Web Browsing, Video Streaming, Online Gaming, and Video Calling.
Gain immediate insights on how your connection truly performs for the things you do most online, helping you optimize your setup for the best possible experience.
Speedtest ISP Finder: Compare Your Speeds
Want to see if your current internet plan is truly right for you? The new Compare Your Speeds feature draws insights directly from our Speedtest ISP Finder to help you find the best internet providers across the United States. After taking a Speedtest, scroll down to find the new feature and:
- See how your network’s results compare with other ISPs in your area.
- Find out if issues are due to your internet plan or if there is a potential internal network or hardware problem.
- Equip yourself with the data to find the best plan that’s truly right for you in your area.
Ready to explore these new features? Update your Speedtest app today and take control of your internet experience!
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