It looks like Comcast is adding IP channels?
Just read on another forum that the Chicago area has added Newsmax (1115) and i24 (1118), both in HD. It appears they are X1 only and may be IP-based.
View Article[Connection] Maybe being pirated, or maybe not
Situation: Are in a duplex, 2 separate lines running to building from street, but only 1 line continues after the demarc (ours). Instead of the other line continuing from it's demarc to the other...
View ArticleNBC Sports Bay Area powered by Xfinity
I enjoy all the work the team at NBC Sports Bay Area performs for each of the 82 Warriors’ games at home and on the road. However, I do have a question regarding the video encoding of the Warriors’...
View Article[Comcast Equip] Screen saver comes on overnight while tuned to live TV
This is a new condition that started about a week ago on our two frequently used boxes. I leave our main box tuned to a specific channel before I go to bed and then turn off the TV. When I turn the TV...
View ArticleNewsmax Strikes Comcast Carriage Deal
https://www.multichannel.com/news/newsmax-strikes-comcast-carriage-deal Newsmax TV has struck a carriage deal with Comcast, the nation's largest cable operator. The deal is expected to be announced...
View Article[Connection] Streaming App to the rescue
A good case for having the Streaming App available. Woke up this morning to an unconnected cable box. Internet was still connected. Presented the problem on the screen and one of the suggestions was to...
View Article[Plan] Do not want Regional sports or its fee
I have X1 Preferred Triple Play with a 2 year contract that does not include fees for Ad On, Equipment and Services and Other Charges. Under Other Charges I notice a monthly $8 plus free for Regional...
View ArticleFree preview
Did not see it posted anywhere but I saw it on the on demand guide,there is a free preview for HBO and CINEMAX from December 29-jan-1
View ArticleOrdering an add on
Using the X1 system when ordering a add on channel or a network hbo,showtime,etc using the guide with you're remote does that add on channel or whatever become available instantly?
View ArticleFUSE being dropped 1/1/19 & other ch changes
On our most recent bills: Xfinity TV customers: Effective January 1, 2019, Fuse will no longer be available. Effective October 11, 2018, truTV and Oxygen will be available in the Entertainment Pack....
View Article[Video] Showtime and Starz channels
Hello all, I just got Xfinity installed, got a great deal with the signature triple play. My only disappointment so far is the lack of Showtime and Starz channels my provider offers. I have the Norwich...
View Article[X1] Apps (Netflix, Prime) on set top box are slow..
Using Netflix or Amazon Prime on my set top box is ridiculously slow. Amazon Prime takes almost a whole minute to start. And every so often the app just hangs and I have to start again. Xfinity and...
View Article[NEWS] Channels dropping from tiers
Saw this in my latest bill in the Chicago area. It is probably going to happen nationally around the same time:quote:Effective May 10, 2018, the following channels will no longer be available on our...
View Article[X1] How Do They Do It?
I had to replace one of my Xi3 boxes this past weekend. When I connected and powered it up, I was expecting to have to re-pair the old remote with it... but, it automagically paired itself with the...
View Article[Price] Any good deals for existing customers
I know existing customers don’t get the best deals, but I’ve been able to get double plays from Comcast fairly reliably. I’m just not sure they are that great a deal, especially with all the added...
View ArticleOnDemand link in non-X1 description
For a few years, on legacy (non-X1), the short description screen has shown a 'View in HD' button when you tune into most SD channels. Lately, they started doing something similar for HD channels, but...
View ArticleNHL, channel 1217, not authorized message
I get this message, Did they move the tier for NHL channel? I have been getting it on channel 1217.
View Article[Price] Does adding HBO on account web site remove contract discount
I’m currently on a contracted double play plan which is getting a discount. I plan to add HBO at some point. I see I can do that on the account web page, but the total price listed on the manage add-on...
View Article[Praise] Contract renewal success
Thought I would post my success when the time came for my old 24 month plan to end(today) and attempted to get the same one. SUCCESS! Easy Peasy! Honestly I checked my acct online prior and showed the...
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