Google Fiber announced plans to bring out symmetrical 5 Gbps and 8 Gbps service tiers in early 2023 just two weeks after it reached 20 Gbps in a multi-gig field trial. And it needs test subjects to help it iron out any kinks before the plans are released for general use.

Amalia O'Sullivan, director of product management for Google Fiber, stated in a blog post that the company is seeking clients in its current markets, including Provo, Salt Lake City, Kansas City, and West Des Moines, to test the plans beginning in November. She stated that it intends to get in touch with signups to learn more specifics about their broadband need.

The initiatives, in O'Sullivan's opinion, are intended for broadband super users, in particular those in creative professions, those using the cloud or working with massive data files, as well as families with high internet usage needs. The monthly price for the 5-gig tier is $125, while the monthly price for the 8-gig tier is $150.

No of the file size, 5 Gig will make it simpler to upload and download simultaneously. Additionally, 8 Gig will guarantee that all of your online activities occur in nearly real time (without jitter and with low latency),' she stated.

Asymmetrical 2-gig service from Google Fiber is already available for $100 per month and a 1-gig service costs $70 per month. The first was introduced in 2010, and the second in 2020.

The operator's decision to introduce quicker plans will enable it to more effectively compete with companies like Lumen Technologies and AT&T, whom it will likely face in Arizona, if not elsewhere as well.

Currently, AT&T charges $110 and $180 per month for its 2-gig and 5-gig service tiers, respectively. Recently, Lumen introduced 3-gig and 8-gig subscriptions for $150 and $300 per month, respectively, in a few cities.