[ColdNoMore]

Originally Posted by perrjojo

We have internet, cable and phone. There are so many variables that it would be difficult to compare prices. I can say that when a contract price runs out they are very willing to negotiate a new price.

Yep.

I've just been paying my Comcast/XFINITY monthly bill (using bill pay every month through my bank, never on automatic pay because I've heard too many horror stories on trying to stop it once you start) but haven't really looked at the bill in a while...until this thread.

I can see now where there are some things I can do without (one of them being the landline I'm paying for, but which I don't even have one hooked up in the house...and only use cell phones).

But even with 'Extreme 105 Internet/multiple boxes/HD Technology Fee/Digital Preferred/Netflix/Etc'.... $235 a month (before movie rentals) seems high.

Now the next battle will be trying to reduce the things I don't use...without losing the stuff I do use/want.

But hey, it could be worse I guess, as my monthly bill includes a $39.95 reduction...because of a 'bundle package discount.'

I guess it's time to give Comcast/XFINITY a call and threaten with changing companies, but in doing some research (and reading the threads here) I have yet to see a consensus on which company is consistently better...and doesn't have their own issues.

[PennBF]

It is $44 down from 79

[joldnol]

"They wouldn't do that"

[tomwed]

What I thought was a router/modem turned out to be just a router. So I can't connect to xfinity until I have my own router modem or rent one.
Can I buy a router/modem in wallmart? What one works with xfinity/comcast?

Does anyone know how much a terabyte of data is? If I were to run netflix 24 hours a day and it uses 3 gb per hour or 72 gb per day x 30 days =2,160 gb.
or 2.16 TB. Xfinity has a limit of 1 TB before overage charges are applied. Xfinity told me all ISP's have a 1 TB limit.

I found what I was looking for.
Frustrated with Data Caps? Find Out Which Providers Limit Your Data and Why | CableTV.com

These are the channels I will be getting and watching them does not count towards the cap [limit].
Starter 140 Limit
https://www.xfinity.com/learn/channel-lineup

Originally Posted by tomwed

What I thought was a router/modem turned out to be just a router. So I can't connect to xfinity until I have my own router modem or rent one.
Can I buy a router/modem in wallmart? What one works with xfinity/comcast?

Does anyone know how much a terabyte of data is? If I were to run netflix 24 hours a day and it uses 3 gb per hour or 72 gb per day x 30 days =2,160 gb.
or 2.16 TB. Xfinity has a limit of 1 TB before overage charges are applied. Xfinity told me all ISP's have a 1 TB limit.

I found what I was looking for.
Frustrated with Data Caps? Find Out Which Providers Limit Your Data and Why | CableTV.com

These are the channels I will be getting and watching them does not count towards the cap [limit].
Starter 140 Limit
https://www.xfinity.com/learn/channel-lineup

You can get one on Amazon

XFINITY My New Modem

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by tomwed

please check-
I know you are not calling me a liar. I'm not that. But I have been fooled before and if you can find out where the con is or contract trick is I would really appreciate your help.



--open in an ingonito window and go to xfinity---tell me what you see---this is what i see

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Xfinity Instant TV and Performance Starter Internet
34.99 dollars per month
$
34
99/mo
for 12 months
with 1-Year Agreement.
$29.99/mo. for 12 mos. with 1 year agreement and autopay and ecobill enrollment.
Check Availability
Pricing & Other Info
Base Package
Internet
TV
Other Info
Base Package
INTERNET
Up to 25 Mbps Download Speeds

TV
10+ Channels

CONTRACT
1-Year AgreementiContract Information

DETAILS
STARZ®, CINEMAX®, & SHOWTIME® included for 12 mos.HD service included - no TV box requiredOption to add new, flexible channel packsCloud DVR (20 hours of storage)
XFINITY Internet
DOWNLOAD SPEEDS
Up to 25 Mbps Download Speeds

FEATURES
Good for social networking & surfing
An XFINITY Internet Data Usage Plan may apply.

XFINITY TV
CHANNEL LINEUP
View Full Lineup
10+ Channels
FEATURES
Get the top networks including NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX, and CWWatch your favorite shows and hit movies On Demand
Our Promise and Other Info
CUSTOMER COMMITMENT

30-day money-back guarantee
24/7 support and easy-to-use self service apps
Guaranteed 2-hour appointment window
PRICING & OTHER INFO
The offer you selected is eligible for a $5 monthly discount during the term of the Agreement if you enroll in EcoBill paperless billing and automatic payments through Comcast’s self-service online tool via Signing Up for EcoBill Paperless Billing. The discount will appear on your bill within 45 days of enrolling in EcoBill paperless billing and automatic payments. If either EcoBill paperless billing or automatic payments is subsequently cancelled during the term of the Agreement, the $5 monthly discount will be removed automatically. Offer ends 06/21/18. Restrictions apply. Not available in all areas. New residential customers only. Limited to Xfinity Instant TV and Performance Starter Internet service. 1-year minimum term agreement required. Early termination fee applies if all Xfinity services (except for Xfinity Mobile) are cancelled during the agreement term. Equipment, installation, taxes and fees, including Broadcast TV Fee (up to $8/mo.), Regional Sports Fee (up to $6.75/mo.) and other applicable charges extra, and subject to change during and after the promo. After promo, or if any service is cancelled or downgraded, regular rates apply. Comcast's monthly service charge for Performance Starter Internet is $49.95 and Xfinity Instant TV is $10.00 (subject to change). Service limited to a single outlet. May not be combined with other offers. TV: Up to two simultaneous streams per account. Not all programming available in all areas. Standard data charges apply to app download and usage. Check with your carrier. Internet: Actual speeds vary and are not guaranteed. 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee applies to one month's recurring service charge and standard installation up to $500. Call for restrictions and complete details. ©2018 Comcast. All rights reserved.

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Go to the xfinity store in Lady Lake. Talk to a real person and have them explain what you are getting.
I dealt with them when my "special rate" expired, low and behold the found an even better deal at less cost.
Its so much easier to speak directly to a person in the store.
BTW you are going to be amazed at what Xfinity has to offer...………….

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by perrjojo

I am always surprised with the dislike for Comcast. We have had Comcast for more than 20 years. 15 in Georgia and more than 6 here. We have had very few problems.

I have had the same experience here in TV.

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by Chatbrat

Another reason to stay away from Comcast-Xfinity--the worst customer service on record--if something goes wrong you are SOL==again we kept them for 6 weeks--that was back in 2011, when we moved to TV

I have never experienced this with Comcast!

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by ColdNoMore

Yep.

I've just been paying my Comcast/XFINITY monthly bill (using bill pay every month through my bank, never on automatic pay because I've heard too many horror stories on trying to stop it once you start) but haven't really looked at the bill in a while...until this thread.

I can see now where there are some things I can do without (one of them being the landline I'm paying for, but which I don't even have one hooked up in the house...and only use cell phones).

But even with 'Extreme 105 Internet/multiple boxes/HD Technology Fee/Digital Preferred/Netflix/Etc'.... $235 a month (before movie rentals) seems high.

Now the next battle will be trying to reduce the things I don't use...without losing the stuff I do use/want.

But hey, it could be worse I guess, as my monthly bill includes a $39.95 reduction...because of a 'bundle package discount.'

I guess it's time to give Comcast/XFINITY a call and threaten with changing companies, but in doing some research (and reading the threads here) I have yet to see a consensus on which company is consistently better...and doesn't have their own issues.

I suggest rather than calling....go to their new store in Lady Lake.

[Ooper]

Originally Posted by tomwed

thank-you for taking the time---did you go with xfinity? they all play games and if you play along and don't take it personally i think you can get more then your neighbors.

Yup!

[Nucky]

Originally Posted by Bogie Shooter

I have never experienced this with Comcast!

You are very fortunate that you have never had a problem with Comcast. It is almost clear to me I would be better off with Comcast over Century link price wise and speed wise but that isn't the most important thing to me. They traumatized me so badly a long time ago that I turned down a $400 or $500 Visa card to switch last summer like all my neighbors did.

I'm going to the store out of curiosity. I'll report back tomorrow.

[perrjojo]

Originally Posted by Nucky

You are very fortunate that you have never had a problem with Comcast. It is almost clear to me I would be better off with Comcast over Century link price wise and speed wise but that isn't the most important thing to me. They traumatized me so badly a long time ago that I turned down a $400 or $500 Visa card to switch last summer like all my neighbors did.

I'm going to the store out of curiosity. I'll report back tomorrow.

I always wonder who “they” are? Do “they” even still work there?

[ColdNoMore]

Originally Posted by Bogie Shooter

I suggest rather than calling....go to their new store in Lady Lake.

Actually...a good suggestion.

[Chatbrat]

Went to the new store for Comcast, cost is a little less than my CLm, but with CL not supporting Prism anymore Xfinity is the only non satellite alternative--theyalso throw in Netflix for free till June 7th, $5.00 discount for auto pay & paperless billing

Only two wireless sets available per installation and charge $60.00--to install each wireless unit

[Nucky]

Originally Posted by perrjojo

I always wonder who “they” are? Do “they” even still work there?

They means Comcast as a Company. The one incident that stick out the most was the waiting at home with no phone, internet or television for two days before they showed up. I do not have names as it was ten years ago. That's who THEY were. THEY did suck. If Bogie Shooter says give them a shot. I would say they do get a shot.

I just got back from the Comcast store and the person I spoke with was very nice. Their plan sounds great.

I sticking with CenturyLink. Done Deal.