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I've had 100Mbps service with Spectrum in the Village of Marsh Bend since early December. Also the lowest level cable package.
Router located in office, and TP-Link Deco M5 mesh network hubs located in garage, living room, and lanai. This is a special WiFi extender that can also provide equivalent to hardwired Internet connections. 2 Samsung Smart 4K TVs, one hardwired, one WiFi. TiVo and TiVo extender, Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire, Spectrum 6-tuner DVR, two computers, several tablets, Blink and Arlo security cams via WiFi, Ring 2 doorbell, and wifi calling for our cell phones. Yes, I'm a techie without complaints. I don't use the Spectrum Router's WiFi. Wife needs to keep me around... |
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I did that and it made a huge difference. had to travel to their location over on 441 to exchange it not the speed I was used to up north...but I'm not up north, so I don't bother to compare |
I would always choose Xfinity and now Xfinity mobile. For all of you who complain about costs, switching to Xfinity mobile effectively reduces your internet/tv cost by $40/month if you have 2 phones. It uses the Verizon towers.
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Comcast has the fastest internet service as far as I know. I tested my actual download speed at 230 MB. Most web sites limit their data rate (via their servers) to 10-20 MB or so. Only a few sites (like Microsoft) utilize full bandwidth of 200 MB or so.
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I had similar issues with low speed when I was paying for a higher level of service. After about and hour on line with technical service we determined the issue was my modem. They told me which type of modem I needed (specifications, not brand name). I replaced the modem and I got a small improvement. Upon looking at my WIFI specs I determined it was not capable of handling the higher speed either. I replaced the WIFI also and now receive speeds in the mid 200's. The modem was bought new from Best Buy for around $159 and the Wifi was purchased from Amazon as a refurbished unit for $59. The alternative is to rent the router from Comcast which is capable of handing the higher speeds.
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I too am disgusted with Comcast. Every phone call to them goes to India and takes forever. The WiFi is horrible. Several calls and visits have NOT fixed the problem. Can’t wait for the contract to expire.
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I bought a router resetter from HSN. I set it up to reset my router every day at 2AM. You basically plug the resetter into the wall outlet and then plug the router into it. Its called NetReset. Has worked well for me.
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Completely understand how you feel. I had comcast and NEVER received the download speed that I paid for. BUT, they were sure to call me and ask me if I wanted to pay a bit more for faster internet. They couldn't deliver what I was paying for but they kept increasing the monthly bill until I finally dropped them completely. I found out that the home I purchased a couple years ago already had fiber optic run to it by Centurylink and gave them a call. Not only did they install free, gave me a modem/router free, but their cost for five times the speed was cheaper and permanent. I now get more channels streaming using a Roku stick. Comcast charges over $25 in just fees and taxes. All cable TV providers charge the fees and taxes, but you can pretty much eliminate them by streaming TV via the Internet. I had heard stories about how bad Centurylink was, but I have not seen it yet. I have much faster Internet than I did before, getting over 600Mbps and stream 4K shows with NO buffering. Maybe I am an exception, but it may be something you can look into. I don't think I would go DSL. I had that up North and did not like it. Some folks are happy with Comcast/Xfinity. I suggest that if you decide to stay with them, get your own modem (a good one). Why pay comcast for renting your modem?
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Comcast blows
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Be aware that it take a long time for Century Link to get you hooked up. I tried to use them in TV and hook up was 7 weeks out, I bit the bullet and went to Comcast. Got hooked up in two days, but now trying to cancel it is impossible. |
Suggestions for Feeney Area?
Anyone having good luck with anything other than Comcast in the Fenney area? Currently have a contract with Comcast. Thinking of changing to another service as I'm right around $115 per month...using my own router and modem! Suggestions?
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See if they have fiber service near you |
Our Comcast service (Pine Ridge Village) has been quite satisfactory. This pertains to both cable television and video service.
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I have Century Link with 80 M down, which is plenty for Hulu or any other streaming. I don't get the bad reviews for Century Link. By the way, technology will never work perfectly. That's just the way it is.
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Thank You all for your feedback on internet providers in TV. I am so glad that I found this thread as my wife and I are hoping to move to TV soon! With the Covid-19 still going strong, not sure when we will be able to put our CA home up for sale. We have Comcast (internet, TV programming & landline) here and have been happy with our service but it’s pricy. Pretty sure when we buy (preference is for a new home but not discounting a previously owned home) it will be South of 44. Pretty up to date with the advantages & disadvantages living there. I am assuming that since there are built in 2020 that they are have filberwire? And do the new homes have CAT5 outlets in each room? Leaning towards Comcast but will make final decision once there.
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