[Topspinmo]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

To clarify, you do not need an internet connection in your house to watch Xfinity channels if you have an Xfinity cable box connected to the cable that enters your house. The Roku device is a streaming device that needs an internet connection, but not a cable box. If you want to stream using a Roku device, all you need is a wifi signal and a TV, not a cable box. So, Roku streaming and cable TV are two entirely different ways to watch TV. Some people mistakenly think that they need internet service to watch cable TV. They don't.

So what xfinity is internet connection which you have to have. Regarding what cable service you use. Xfinity in my area for last few months have been freezing up streaming or not. Getting close to as bad as satellite services.

[flinnrr]

Originally Posted by rjn5656

I have 2 tv's with roku units that stream off my xfinity box. Both stopped working, just get hung when I try to load channels. Other aspects of roku unit work, such as Roku live tv. I unplugged both tv and roku unit. Any suggestions?

If both of you Rokus stopped working at the same time, it could be their connection with your Xfinity box. By the way, when you say "Xfininty Box", I assume you mean the Xfinity Gateway that handles internet, as opposed to the box that handles cable. In any case, try unplugging the Gateway for 1 minute and then plugging it back in. Wait for it to fully reboot, then try the Rokus again. If the Rokus still don't work, try rebooting the Rokus one more time. Good luck!

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by Topspinmo

So what xfinity is internet connection which you have to have. Regarding what cable service you use. Xfinity in my area for last few months have been freezing up streaming or not. Getting close to as bad as satellite services.

The basic Xfinity cable TV service uses the cable that is connected to your house and connects to an Xfinity cable box located near the TV. With that service, you don't need a separate internet service. However, Xfinity also offer a wireless streaming box that may need internet service to operate the box. You can stream channels with a Roku device connected to the TV, and you can use any internet service that is available. I don't know if that answers your question.

If you are having trouble with the Xfinity service, I would try replacing the cable box, and, if that doesn't work, you may need to have a technician inspect the cable that enters your house.

[dougawhite]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

To clarify, you do not need an internet connection in your house to watch Xfinity channels if you have an Xfinity cable box connected to the cable that enters your house. The Roku device is a streaming device that needs an internet connection, but not a cable box. If you want to stream using a Roku device, all you need is a wifi signal and a TV, not a cable box. So, Roku streaming and cable TV are two entirely different ways to watch TV. Some people mistakenly think that they need internet service to watch cable TV. They don't.

You can stream your Xfinity TV service on a Roku stick. That way you only need one Xfinity box in the house. The other TVs can steam through the Roku using the Xfinity Stream App. This App links to your Xfinity acct by login/password and you mirror all your Xfinity TV channels and options, including what's on your Xfinity DVR.